Burns-bass Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 Hi all, quick question for people who have used Helicore strings before... The strings themselves feel like they have a coating on them which makes them feel very dry. Will this go away over time? I've only ever used Spirocore strings and never had this feeling with them. Just wanted to know what other people had experienced and whether this slightly 'tacky' feel will wear off over time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duckyincarnate Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 I have used Helicore Orchestras for a few years - never had this problem. But if you are referring to the slightly satin-like coating the strings have, yes that does polish off after some weeks/months. For what it's worth, my new Spiro Weichs had an identical thing. It doesn't bother me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burns-bass Posted October 2, 2019 Author Share Posted October 2, 2019 1 minute ago, Duckyincarnate said: I have used Helicore Orchestras for a few years - never had this problem. But if you are referring to the slightly satin-like coating the strings have, yes that does polish off after some weeks/months. For what it's worth, my new Spiro Weichs had an identical thing. It doesn't bother me. That’s exactly it - the satin-like coating. Thanks for letting me know. It gets on my nerves a bit but good to know it will just take some time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickA Posted October 4, 2019 Share Posted October 4, 2019 (edited) I switched from spiros to helicore hybrids some 20 years back to make bowing easier. Never noticed a coating. good strings .. bowable, pluckable, fairly soft under both hands, flexible for easy thumb position....last forever. NB: Switched back to spiros a few weeks ago, as I had only jazz gigs coming ... Wondering why I ever swapped for helicores. God that growl and sustain. With the Carbon bow, they sound and feel great. Maybe a certain lack of subtlety .. and rather loud. Playing Brahms 4th next week ... Keeping the spiros on. See if anyone complains! Meanwhile, went to a jazz session, hosted by a pro trio ... the pro bassist was using helicore hybrids ( and had the same bow as me ); sounded great. Edited October 6, 2019 by NickA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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