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Why is gold used in guitar strings?

April 26, 2017gold guitar strings Used

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Why is gold used in guitar strings?

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Gold has been used in more recent years as a plating to prevent corrosion and tarnish. Gold is a very soft metal which can absorb some of the kinetic energy be subjected to the string. The gold keeps the string clean, and yet ads some warmth to the tone.