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Hundreds of Thousands of Users Since 1890
"Black Diamond strings are truly amazing high quality strings. The variety of products and the excellent customer service is the reason why Black Diamond strings has been my choice for over a decade." James Stall
"Until now, I thought the strings I used were the best strings ever made but quite honestly Core-Bond strings are even better. They still felt like new and had no discernible loss of tone. I seriously rank them at 10+ and when they become available they will be my string of choice for sure! Whoever designed these strings is a GOD!" Mark Knapp.
WHAT IS TONE LOSS
WHAT IS TONE LOSS?
Tone loss occurs when the connection between the string’s core and wrap wire is compromised. This can happen due to mechanical degradation caused by string vibration or galvanic corrosion from the dissimilar metals used during manufacturing.
Enter CORE-BOND™ Technology – a revolutionary advancement that effectively locks the core and wrap wire together, ensuring they function as a single unit. This prevents slippage and helps maintain tone integrity over time.
WHAT CAUSES TONE LOSS?
Over time, dirt, skin cells, and the natural oils and acids from your hands build up between the windings. This dampens string tone and accelerates the corrosion of the core wire. While the string may not be mechanically dead, its tone is noticeably degraded. Cleaning can help, but it's often difficult and not always fully effective.
HOW TO INCREASE TONE LONGEVITY
Many string brands apply external coatings to the wrap wire—or even the entire string—to slow down corrosion and extend tone life. However, these coatings can dampen the string’s natural tone and may eventually fray from regular use.
THE CORE-BOND™ ADVANTAGE
Unlike external coatings, CORE-BOND™ Technology works from the inside out. It strengthens the string’s structure, eliminates wrap wire slippage, improves tuning stability, and protects against premature tone loss—without compromising the string's natural tone or feel. No coatings. No compromise. Just pure tone that lasts.
Enhanced Tuning Stability
If the wrap wire slips or becomes loose from the core, it can cause the string to go out of tune. Locking prevents slippage, so the string maintains proper tension and pitch over time.
Improved Tone Consistency
The tight bond between the core and wrap ensures the vibrational energy is transferred more efficiently, leading to: Better resonance More consistent overtones Reduced "dead" spots along the string
Longer String Life
The secure wrap is less prone to unraveling, especially at the ball end or tuning post. This durability translates to fewer breaks and longer performance lifespan.
Better Intonation
If the wrap wire slips or shifts, the string's length and mass distribution change slightly. A locked wrap maintains precise geometry, which helps keep intonation accurate across the fretboard or fingerboard.
Reduced String "Drift" or Deformation
On traditional round core strings (common in vintage guitar sets), if not locked, the wrap can move under bending or pressure. With locking, the string keeps its shape and tension, particularly helpful for players who bend or bow aggressively.
When Is This Most Important?
In high-tension setups, like bass or orchestral strings. For players who bend a lot, such as blues or rock guitarists. In professional recording, where tone consistency is crucial.
AS FEATURED ON STAGE LIVE ALL OVER THE GLOBE
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"One of the many things great about the strings is how long they last, I don’t have to change them every other week. They last for months and even years! The banjo strings proved, and with my guitar I kept the same strings on there for 7 months. That’s the big thing I tell people about Black Diamond is that they have the best Tone for any instrument and they last a very long time. No breaking after one show or dull tone." Brayden Williamson
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BLACK DIAMOND STRINGS. TODAY WE HAVE SOPHISTICATED WINDERS, STRONGER MATERIALS AND BETTER TECHNOLOGY TO UTILIZE. BUT YES, BLACK DIAMOND STRINGS IS THE SAME BRAND THAT PLAYED A HUGE PART IN THE LIVES OF PRIOR GENERATIONS.