All-metal strings have a brighter, louder sound than Perlon, and can bring out a better sound from a weaker instrument (especially on the C string). Metal strings are also less expensive and more durable and long-lasting than Perlon. They also "settle in" much faster (1 day versus 2-3 days for Perlon). Do note attempt to reduce settling time by tuning sharp, because that will reduce the life of the string, and may cause breakage Note that due to the higher tension, they are less comfortable than Perlon until you get used to them, so if you are switching from Perlon, you may need to reduce your practice time temporarily. Also, do not use these strings on an instrument bigger than 16 inches, because the tension will be too high, causing premature failure. Note that the useful life of Perlon strings (assuming normal practice time) is from 6 to 9 months. Trying to use perlon strings past that point results in a stale sound and difficult tuning as the Perlon loses its elastisity under tension. I found that many of my students were trying to make their very expensive premium-brand strings last way past that point. I was very happy to find high-quality Perlon strings that cost about 1/3rd the price of the leading brand, so that my students could afford to keep fresh, better-sounding strings on their instruments. For best results, change strings in a set, and allow two days for settling in. Don't try tuning them sharp to speed up the settling time because that will shorten the life of the strings, or even cause breakage. These strings are also less expensive, and more durable under harsh playing conditions, such as high-volume performance for long periods. They settle in much faster than Perlon strings, and last longer. Each string has a separate envelope, and all four envelopes are encased in a protective plastic pouch.
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