DR Handmade Strings
A year or so ago, this cat (whom I respect) at Guitar Showcase turned me on to DR Handmade Strings. These are a round core, hand-wound string, and I’ve only used the company’s guitar product, but boy are they terrific!
I got to thinking about it this evening as I was replacing the strings on my Les Paul, and every time I do that, I remember anew how much I like them. They feel good, they stay in tune, and they last a bit longer than other strings I’ve used in the past.
It supposedly has something to do with the round core they use; according to the story I got from the cat at Guitar Showcase, other strings use a flat core, or something like that. I don’t know much about guitar string technology, but I do know that playing DR strings feels and sounds good. 
January 3rd, 2006 at 5:37 pm
I started using Zakk Wylde GHS Boomers a year or so ago and haven’t looked back. I may have to grab your guitar while I’m out there and give these a try though
January 4th, 2006 at 1:55 am
What size do you use, Jim? If I can, I’ll grab you a set.
January 4th, 2006 at 6:24 am
I use 10 or 11—thanks Brian!