READ WHAT THEY'RE SAYING ABOUT NICOLA BRAND STRINGS
TESTIMONIALS
TESTIMONIALS
Stevie O'Connor - Guitarist- Singer -Songwriter
So this weekend the new strings were on show! I have to say it's a real honour to be endorsed by Nicola Brand Strings. Very seldom have I genuinely played a set of strings that offer attack, sustain, and tone like these bad boys. Seriously proof is in the sound, check these out guitar friends.
Steve's String type: 92/8 Formula Phosphor Bronze NIC-40 Medium Lights 12 Gauge
So this weekend the new strings were on show! I have to say it's a real honour to be endorsed by Nicola Brand Strings. Very seldom have I genuinely played a set of strings that offer attack, sustain, and tone like these bad boys. Seriously proof is in the sound, check these out guitar friends.
Steve's String type: 92/8 Formula Phosphor Bronze NIC-40 Medium Lights 12 Gauge
Julio Reyes - Conductor-Bassist-Guitarist
I've been using Nicola Strings for less than a year and I am amazed how warm the 3rd string is. You can dig into the strings and they stand up to the challenge. You can also be delicate and the strings just sing.
"I'm practicing on the new strings and I LOVE the warmth of the high E string. Traditionally, they are really brittle sounding, but this one rocks.
Bravo mio fratello!!
Joseph Page-Guitarist-Songwriter
Truthfully, I believe in your strings. Blending tones is so important to me and your strings are the most well blending strings I have ever played and I have played a lot to them!
Truthfully, I believe in your strings. Blending tones is so important to me and your strings are the most well blending strings I have ever played and I have played a lot to them!
Joshua Jarman-Guitar-Songwriter
This young string company makes long lasting, rich and bright sounding strings for all major folk stringed instruments. Great customer service and a great product will be responsible for Nicola Brand Strings success. Thought you oughtta know!
"Nicola Brand Strings endorses the work I do in songwriting and guitar playing. As a percussive guitarist, I have been known to break strings a little more regularly than the typical finger style guitarist. Nicola Brand Strings make a quality string that delivers a rich, bright tone to any acoustic guitar... And they last nearly twice as long as their competitors!
I am certainly glad to have an endorsement like Nicola Brand Strings to keep me picking.
This young string company makes long lasting, rich and bright sounding strings for all major folk stringed instruments. Great customer service and a great product will be responsible for Nicola Brand Strings success. Thought you oughtta know!
"Nicola Brand Strings endorses the work I do in songwriting and guitar playing. As a percussive guitarist, I have been known to break strings a little more regularly than the typical finger style guitarist. Nicola Brand Strings make a quality string that delivers a rich, bright tone to any acoustic guitar... And they last nearly twice as long as their competitors!
I am certainly glad to have an endorsement like Nicola Brand Strings to keep me picking.
Daniel Yarritu-Guitarist-Teacher
So, you may have seen the post from the Nicola String Company that I shared a while back, announcing that I joined their Artist Roster. From time to time Don at Music Village will hand me some new products to test to see if these products might be something they want to carry in the store. After I told him I liked the strings, Chris from Nicola contacted me with an offer to join their artist family. It took me a few months to test out the strings on all my guitars and I've been playing them since at all the gigs and at recording sessions.
I took a long time to decide to agree to Join- I wanted to do this only if I really would have switched to these strings, deal or no deal. I also liked that the company is based in California. I wanted to see how they aged.
So, over the past few months I've been really happy with these strings. There's a subtle difference in the tonal response, mostly on the basses, with a good balance between bass and treble. The basses have a slightly different texture under the fingers which I rather like. They're also aging well.
So, you may have seen the post from the Nicola String Company that I shared a while back, announcing that I joined their Artist Roster. From time to time Don at Music Village will hand me some new products to test to see if these products might be something they want to carry in the store. After I told him I liked the strings, Chris from Nicola contacted me with an offer to join their artist family. It took me a few months to test out the strings on all my guitars and I've been playing them since at all the gigs and at recording sessions.
I took a long time to decide to agree to Join- I wanted to do this only if I really would have switched to these strings, deal or no deal. I also liked that the company is based in California. I wanted to see how they aged.
So, over the past few months I've been really happy with these strings. There's a subtle difference in the tonal response, mostly on the basses, with a good balance between bass and treble. The basses have a slightly different texture under the fingers which I rather like. They're also aging well.
Michael Kirkpatrick-Guitarist-Mandolinist-Vocalist
I couldn't have asked for a finer string endorsement. The tone and feel of these strings are amazing and best of all, they are durable...I performed 7 shows on of one set of Nicolas! I play..."unapologetically"...the "other" guys strings would unravel and deaden after 3 gigs. Nicola takes the heavy hand without choking the tone
I couldn't have asked for a finer string endorsement. The tone and feel of these strings are amazing and best of all, they are durable...I performed 7 shows on of one set of Nicolas! I play..."unapologetically"...the "other" guys strings would unravel and deaden after 3 gigs. Nicola takes the heavy hand without choking the tone
Kurt Arft-Guitartist-Songwriter
I've been playing on your strings for the last couple of days, both on my six string and twelve string, and I am absolutely in love with these things!
They're night and day compared to the D'Addario's, GHS, Dean Markley. Full sound that encompasses both the warmth and brightness that I love and they play like butter. So easy on the fingers. The sound is just incredible. Exactly what I've been looking for.
I would really like to move forward with your company and become an artist for you guys.
Thank you so much for contacting me and for the amazing strings!
I've been playing on your strings for the last couple of days, both on my six string and twelve string, and I am absolutely in love with these things!
They're night and day compared to the D'Addario's, GHS, Dean Markley. Full sound that encompasses both the warmth and brightness that I love and they play like butter. So easy on the fingers. The sound is just incredible. Exactly what I've been looking for.
I would really like to move forward with your company and become an artist for you guys.
Thank you so much for contacting me and for the amazing strings!
Rex Carroll-Guitarist-Songwriter
Nicola Strings means: "That's one less thing you have to worry about in life, plain and simple. Great Sound, Great Intonation, Extremely Dependable." I put the Nicolas on and then the only time I ever think about strings is when I'm going for a note thinking, "Wow That Sounds Big!"
Nicola Strings means: "That's one less thing you have to worry about in life, plain and simple. Great Sound, Great Intonation, Extremely Dependable." I put the Nicolas on and then the only time I ever think about strings is when I'm going for a note thinking, "Wow That Sounds Big!"
John Miller-Guitarist-Singer-Songwriter
"Nicola Brand Strings provides only the most genuine and authentic tone to the players instrument. These strings are gentle on the fingers while providing a huge sound making any performance an easy and comfortable task. Shortly after receiving my first set, I knew I would not be going back to any other brand. Nicola Brand Strings truly left me speechless".
"Nicola Brand Strings provides only the most genuine and authentic tone to the players instrument. These strings are gentle on the fingers while providing a huge sound making any performance an easy and comfortable task. Shortly after receiving my first set, I knew I would not be going back to any other brand. Nicola Brand Strings truly left me speechless".
Jim Williams-Guitarist-Vocalist
I just received the first shipment of my/our Nicola strings. WOW !!!!! You should see the smile on my guitars face !!I have been a professional musician all my life. I remember buying "Black Diamond" guitar strings @ a "Gibsons" dept. store in the late 60's and you could only get those or Gibson or Fender strings......PERIOD ! That was all you had to choose from.Then Ernie Ball did the "Slinky's".I cannot possibly express the overwhelming excitement I had when I put on this set of Nicola strings on my guitar.These are THE BEST strings I have EVER touched with my hands !!! PERIOD.I cannot believe how wonderfull,smooth as silk....just absolutely amazing,these strings feel to the touch.The sound is PERFECT !! I am speechless.Absolutely speechless.These strings are inspiring.I can,will,and should go on and on,but...I have to go play my guitar.Since I've put those strings on I feel like a teenager again,seriously.The guitar just calls me to come play
!!! Thank you.Seriously.From the bottom of my heart.Cheers,Jimi
Susie Shortt-Violinist
I love Nicola Strings, I can't stop talking about this product. I play effortlessly and the sound is amazing.
Morgen Prestel-Violinist
I just bought a set of the Carlos Reyes Signature Series and I am so impressed. I've been playing Dominant strings for 17 years and I will keep purchasing your strings hands down from now on. So happy to have found you guys. Thank you so so much!!!!! I can't wait to play a gig with these on!!
Ben Brussell-Manolinist
"I love playing on the Nicola mandolin strings! I am a full-time career mandolinist. I play primarily on my Gibson F4 model mandolin built in 1918. These instruments are known and sought out for their sweet and subtle tone and are used in a variety of musical settings, especially classical music playing. As soon as I put these strings on, I noticed that they immediately captured all the natural beauty and coloristic range of my instrument (I utilize the entire neck of the instrument). I play classical, jazz, and a variety of world music, both lead and rhythm style playing. In particular, the sustain with these strings for single note playing and tremolo is undeniably excellent. The chordal sound when I strum is clean, strong, and beautifully well-balanced. I also enjoy the fact that the strings sound loudly and clearly when I have to play in a louder environment. I recently was playing on a recording session (lead and chordal playing), and noticed just how clear and precise everything sounded with these strings. These are world-class strings and I would recommend them to anyone desiring to enhance and compliment their acoustic mandolin playing for both the professional and student player alike. I am looking forward to many years to come to playing on the Nicola Brand mandolin strings!"
Michael Vettraino-Guitarist
I'm a studio guitarist in Louisville, KY and I recently tried your phosphor bronze acoustic guitar strings. The strings I use on my acoustics are very bright and I've been looking for a sound that's just a shade warmer and have found it with your strings.
Anna Blanton-Violinist
Love the sound of the strings once broken in, especially the E string in the upper registers on my violin which has a lot of overtones. They bring a brilliant tone to my dark sounding violin and project very well. I used these for all my gigs. I highly recommend checking out all the string products they offer."
Joshua Jarman-Guitarist-Songwriter
I received my packs of Nicola Brand Strings today and installed them on my Martin Guitar. I was quite pleased with the tonality and resonant qualities of your strings! In fact, I picked around on the Martin for a while and then decided that I should see what the Super Lights felt and sounded like on my LAG guitar. Again, I was quite impressed. These strings feel of great quality, are louder than my previously preferred string brand and seem to hold a tune in or out of the case for great periods of time.
I will gladly take the Nicola Brand Strings name along side my music career and look forward to furthering our business together in the future.
Thank you for such quick responses to my inquiries, and orders.
Tod McKelvy - Guitarist-Independent Artist
"As a performer of folk music, I need the high strings to whine and the low stings to grumble the help deliver the words. Nicola strings deliver".
John Wilcox - Mandolin, Guitar, Vocals, Marleys Ghost, Rincon Ramblers
Singer-Songwriter, Folk-Legacy, Sierra Briar, Sage Arts recordings
"In Praise of Nicola Brand Mandolin Phosphor Bronze Wound N22
Though very much an acoustic traditionalist by taste and temperament, I most often perform with amplified electric instruments, drums and big vocals. I must play hard to be heard and I change strings frequently.
I have found that Nicola mandolin (and guitar) strings are brighter to begin with and last considerably longer under battlefield conditions while maintaining tone, pitch and volume.
And needless to say, they ring clear and true in quieter settings. I'm grateful for having been introduced to Nicola strings".
Carlos Reyes - Harpist-Violinst-Producer
"With a demanding touring schedule, I need strings that can handle temperature changes, constant tone and intonation. Whether I'm playing electric or acoustic, NICOLA Strings are always true to my needs. Remember... In our world, it's all done with strings”
Danny Wheetman - Dobro-Mandolin-Guitar-Marley's Ghost
"It's funny I should hear from you today cuz I was just getting ready to send off a note to tell you what I think about the strings...
So, I got home and slapped the medium guitar strings on my 1939, J-35 Gibson. This is a very dry, open guitar and tells a lot about the strings you put on it.They're a good fit, great tone and response, full range of clearity without any harshness or "brittle" sound. I'd like to see about buying a box of 10 sets, 1/2 mediums, 1/2 light gauge, to put on some of my other guitars to see how they respond to different woods and ages etc. Also, I play dobro, mandolin, fiddle, bass, 12 string, National, so if they work as well as I expect they will we can talk about trying out the other stings you offer".
Mike Phelan - Guitar-Violin-Marley's Ghost
" I use Nicola Phosphor Bronze Guitar strings because they bring a warmer, sweeter tone out of my favorite performing guitar. All strings are not created equal - that's a good thing".
Steve Pickford - Guitar-Vocals-Independant Artist
"I normally work with a partner, with just my guitar supporting our two vocals. So my guitar strings have to deliver. I often play fairly hard, with various rhythms, and need a lot of dynamic range. My main stage guitar is an old Guild Jumbo. I recently tried the new Nicola strings (medium gauge) for an important show we had. They delivered in spades! They have a nice tone, being well-balanced and not too brassy on the bright side, or muddy on the mellow side. And they feel great!"
I just received the first shipment of my/our Nicola strings. WOW !!!!! You should see the smile on my guitars face !!I have been a professional musician all my life. I remember buying "Black Diamond" guitar strings @ a "Gibsons" dept. store in the late 60's and you could only get those or Gibson or Fender strings......PERIOD ! That was all you had to choose from.Then Ernie Ball did the "Slinky's".I cannot possibly express the overwhelming excitement I had when I put on this set of Nicola strings on my guitar.These are THE BEST strings I have EVER touched with my hands !!! PERIOD.I cannot believe how wonderfull,smooth as silk....just absolutely amazing,these strings feel to the touch.The sound is PERFECT !! I am speechless.Absolutely speechless.These strings are inspiring.I can,will,and should go on and on,but...I have to go play my guitar.Since I've put those strings on I feel like a teenager again,seriously.The guitar just calls me to come play
!!! Thank you.Seriously.From the bottom of my heart.Cheers,Jimi
Susie Shortt-Violinist
I love Nicola Strings, I can't stop talking about this product. I play effortlessly and the sound is amazing.
Morgen Prestel-Violinist
I just bought a set of the Carlos Reyes Signature Series and I am so impressed. I've been playing Dominant strings for 17 years and I will keep purchasing your strings hands down from now on. So happy to have found you guys. Thank you so so much!!!!! I can't wait to play a gig with these on!!
Ben Brussell-Manolinist
"I love playing on the Nicola mandolin strings! I am a full-time career mandolinist. I play primarily on my Gibson F4 model mandolin built in 1918. These instruments are known and sought out for their sweet and subtle tone and are used in a variety of musical settings, especially classical music playing. As soon as I put these strings on, I noticed that they immediately captured all the natural beauty and coloristic range of my instrument (I utilize the entire neck of the instrument). I play classical, jazz, and a variety of world music, both lead and rhythm style playing. In particular, the sustain with these strings for single note playing and tremolo is undeniably excellent. The chordal sound when I strum is clean, strong, and beautifully well-balanced. I also enjoy the fact that the strings sound loudly and clearly when I have to play in a louder environment. I recently was playing on a recording session (lead and chordal playing), and noticed just how clear and precise everything sounded with these strings. These are world-class strings and I would recommend them to anyone desiring to enhance and compliment their acoustic mandolin playing for both the professional and student player alike. I am looking forward to many years to come to playing on the Nicola Brand mandolin strings!"
Michael Vettraino-Guitarist
I'm a studio guitarist in Louisville, KY and I recently tried your phosphor bronze acoustic guitar strings. The strings I use on my acoustics are very bright and I've been looking for a sound that's just a shade warmer and have found it with your strings.
Anna Blanton-Violinist
Love the sound of the strings once broken in, especially the E string in the upper registers on my violin which has a lot of overtones. They bring a brilliant tone to my dark sounding violin and project very well. I used these for all my gigs. I highly recommend checking out all the string products they offer."
Joshua Jarman-Guitarist-Songwriter
I received my packs of Nicola Brand Strings today and installed them on my Martin Guitar. I was quite pleased with the tonality and resonant qualities of your strings! In fact, I picked around on the Martin for a while and then decided that I should see what the Super Lights felt and sounded like on my LAG guitar. Again, I was quite impressed. These strings feel of great quality, are louder than my previously preferred string brand and seem to hold a tune in or out of the case for great periods of time.
I will gladly take the Nicola Brand Strings name along side my music career and look forward to furthering our business together in the future.
Thank you for such quick responses to my inquiries, and orders.
Tod McKelvy - Guitarist-Independent Artist
"As a performer of folk music, I need the high strings to whine and the low stings to grumble the help deliver the words. Nicola strings deliver".
John Wilcox - Mandolin, Guitar, Vocals, Marleys Ghost, Rincon Ramblers
Singer-Songwriter, Folk-Legacy, Sierra Briar, Sage Arts recordings
"In Praise of Nicola Brand Mandolin Phosphor Bronze Wound N22
Though very much an acoustic traditionalist by taste and temperament, I most often perform with amplified electric instruments, drums and big vocals. I must play hard to be heard and I change strings frequently.
I have found that Nicola mandolin (and guitar) strings are brighter to begin with and last considerably longer under battlefield conditions while maintaining tone, pitch and volume.
And needless to say, they ring clear and true in quieter settings. I'm grateful for having been introduced to Nicola strings".
Carlos Reyes - Harpist-Violinst-Producer
"With a demanding touring schedule, I need strings that can handle temperature changes, constant tone and intonation. Whether I'm playing electric or acoustic, NICOLA Strings are always true to my needs. Remember... In our world, it's all done with strings”
Danny Wheetman - Dobro-Mandolin-Guitar-Marley's Ghost
"It's funny I should hear from you today cuz I was just getting ready to send off a note to tell you what I think about the strings...
So, I got home and slapped the medium guitar strings on my 1939, J-35 Gibson. This is a very dry, open guitar and tells a lot about the strings you put on it.They're a good fit, great tone and response, full range of clearity without any harshness or "brittle" sound. I'd like to see about buying a box of 10 sets, 1/2 mediums, 1/2 light gauge, to put on some of my other guitars to see how they respond to different woods and ages etc. Also, I play dobro, mandolin, fiddle, bass, 12 string, National, so if they work as well as I expect they will we can talk about trying out the other stings you offer".
Mike Phelan - Guitar-Violin-Marley's Ghost
" I use Nicola Phosphor Bronze Guitar strings because they bring a warmer, sweeter tone out of my favorite performing guitar. All strings are not created equal - that's a good thing".
Steve Pickford - Guitar-Vocals-Independant Artist
"I normally work with a partner, with just my guitar supporting our two vocals. So my guitar strings have to deliver. I often play fairly hard, with various rhythms, and need a lot of dynamic range. My main stage guitar is an old Guild Jumbo. I recently tried the new Nicola strings (medium gauge) for an important show we had. They delivered in spades! They have a nice tone, being well-balanced and not too brassy on the bright side, or muddy on the mellow side. And they feel great!"