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D'Addario EJ46-3D Pro-Arte Nylon Classical Guitar Strings, Hard Tension, 3 Sets

by D'Addario
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (40 customer reviews)

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Product Features

Size: Hard Tension | Style Name: Item Package Quantity of 3
  • Buy 3 sets and save with this environmentally friendly, corrosion resistant 3-pack
  • Hard tension for increased resistance, volume and projection
  • Laser sorted clear nylon treble strings for consistent, precise intonation
  • Precision wound basses for warm, projecting tone and the utmost consistency
  • String Gauges: Trebles .0285, .0327, .0410 Basses .030, .036, .044

Product Details

  • Product Dimensions: 4.4 x 4.5 x 0.8 inches ; 2.2 ounces
  • Shipping Weight: 3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
  • Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
  • ASIN: B0013PU75Y
  • Item model number: EJ46-3D
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (40 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,998 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)

Product Description

Size: Hard Tension | Style Name: Item Package Quantity of 3

From the Manufacturer

EJ46, hard tension, is a popular choice for its rich tone, increased resistance and strong projection. Buy 3 sets and save!

Pro-Arte, the world's most popular classical strings are D'Addario's premium classical guitar string sets. All Pro-Arte treble strings are sorted by a sophisticated computer-controlled laser machine which performs diameter and tension measurements, ensuring true-sounding, precise trebles in every set. Pro-Arte basses are wound using silver-plated copper on a multi-filament nylon core for consistent and warm, yet projecting tone.

D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known as The Players Choice with a reputation for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario's innovative, packaging reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.

Product Description

Pro-arte strings are the world's best selling and d'addario's premium classical guitar strings. all pro-arte treble strings are sorted by a sophisticated computer-controlled laser machine which performs diameter/tension measurements and quality checks, insuring true sounding, precise trebles in every set. pro-arte basses are wound using silverplated copper on a multi-filament nylon core for consistent, warm-yet-projecting tone.


Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Settle in quickly October 21, 2011
Style Name:Item Package Quantity of 1|Size Name:Hard Tension
I've been using D'Addario classical guitar strings regularly for a couple of decades, so I can't pretend now to be familiar with the competition. But I've stuck with them for the following reasons:

• They're extremely reliable -- I can't remember the last time I had a dud string.
• Their sound is excellent and they last a long time.
• They settle in extremely quickly (this is a biggie for a professional musician).
• They have eco-friendly packaging.

I use the the J46s on my flamenco guitar, and on one of my classical guitars that has a low action (J45s on the other one). Every guitar and every guitarist is different, so try different tensions before you settle on one.

D'Addario are used by a long list of top professionals that you can probably find by looking at their publicity; Paco Peña was the one that influenced me in the first instance.

I remain very happy with the decision.

P.S. If you'd like to see more extended discussions and comparisons, go to the foroflamenco website and type the name of the strings you're interested in into the search box. The forum contains a decade's-worth of discussions.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Style Name:Item Package Quantity of 1|Size Name:Normal Tension
I've been using this model of strings since I first started playing in 2003 and they've been awesome! They're good not only for beginners but intermediate classical guitarists, as well.

I plan on switching to the composites for this model just to see how they stack up, but I don't really have any complaints about them. I had bought these strings on recommendation from a fellow classical guitarist who I had very much respect in (I haven't talked to him in a while, but I'm sure he's still a great guitarist) and multiple sites I browsed regarding buying strings and installing them were fans of the D'Addario Pro-Artes.

I'm not an expert on different kinds of strings so I don't have much else to compare to other than guitars I've played in stores or that friend have owned, but I felt like these strings have had great longevity for me as long as I wiped them down after practices/performances and washed my hands before picking up my guitar. Even when they were past their prime they actually held pretty decent sound, but obviously not at the quality that they do when they're fresh. I get really nice, rich sound quality from them when they're fresh.

As I've gotten better guitars these strings have still continued to serve me well as they provide as loud a volume as the quality of guitar I'm playing on should provide, and they've just felt really nice on my fingers overall. Part of why I don't like steel string acoustics is that they're kind of harsh on my fingers, which is really bad for when you can't practice every day because you're on vacation or something, whereas I'm able to pick up my guitar with these strings easily after a break in practice.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Great Strings March 22, 2011
Style Name:Item Package Quantity of 3| Size Name:Normal Tension|Amazon Verified Purchase
Simple review here...

Good Strings help create Good Sound!!!

These are nice strings and on a quality instrument stay in tune well. They are not overly bright nor dark but rather have a nice "round" sound to them. Highly recommend.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Ok for the price
These strings are OK for the price but compared to the strings I had on my current Classical previously (Savarez Red Card) these strings sounded dull and bland. Read more
Published 11 days ago by F. Mehrabian
quality strings.
fast delivery, great price, this guitar strings arrived in perfect condition and are very good quality strings. Read more
Published 16 days ago by zmkr788
Bought as a Christmas gift for a relative.
My brother in law plays accoustic guitar, and wanted new strings. He has been using this model for as long as I can remember. Read more
Published 25 days ago by David Hostetler
These strings are the very best quality and value for the price.
I play with a guitar ensemble and to change strings frequently is better that to use the highest priced string and let them age. Read more
Published 1 month ago by James E. Mccutcheon
THE BEST STRINGS
The Pro Arte's are simply the best classical guitar strings ever. When I found out they came in 3 sets it was the best day of my life! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Hevster501
Changed a mediocre guitar to a delightful guitar
Despite having played ukulele and guitar as a youth, I didn't realize that strings matter; so when I pulled out a guitar that belonged to my late husband, I remembered that (a) I... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Joanna Daneman
Loved them
I have seven guitars that I like to use to play different kinds of music. I bought these string specially for my favorite acoustic guitar. Read more
Published 3 months ago by MARCOPH
Good strings
I've bought these D'Addario strings a few times because they are a great deal. They sound nice and bright, and they last a good while. They are easy on the fingers. Read more
Published 3 months ago by G. Vazquez
Perfect!!!!
The strings are of very high strength and a great sound. The guitar I bought for my father and is very satisfied with the product. Good quality and good price.
Published 3 months ago by jahnfabian
Great strings
I have been a satisfied D'Addario customer for many years, dating back to when I played electric guitar in 80's bands. Read more
Published 4 months ago by JamKar
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