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Old 05-31-2008, 10:14 AM   #1
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RPS vs. Regular Slinkies....
Currently, I use Regular Slinkies on my Morse. The Morse has a standard bridge/tailpiece and not a Floyd.

I know it came from the factory with RPS strings. I have used Regular Slinkies for several years now. My question is exactly what will RPS strings buy me that the Regular Slinkies won't?

Thanks all,
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More protection against string breakage, and better tuning stability. The wire wrap prevents string slippage and one of the key breaking points on a guitar string, the ball end area.

The packaging also states added sustain, but I can't tell the difference.
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Butch: peace of mind!!!

Go get a set of RPS strings and get it over with!!!
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Butch: peace of mind!!!

Go get a set of RPS strings and get it over with!!!
What the heck - why not.....
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Slash uses RPS Slinkies.
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Slash uses RPS Slinkies.
That's okay, I'll still get some....
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that's Okay, I'll Still Get Some....
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If Slash isn't your cup of tea, consider the fact that Steve Morse and Albert Lee use them as well. (I'm wearing a Guns N Roses shirt right now, go easy on the guy!)
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If Slash isn't your cup of tea, consider the fact that Steve Morse and Albert Lee use them as well. (I'm wearing a Guns N Roses shirt right now, go easy on the guy!)
I was pretty much kidding about Slash. No, he's not really my cup of tea; but I respect his contributions to music. As far as the other two guys you mentioned, thay are more my cup of tea....
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