I just went through an experiment with a friend, where we tried several different makes and styles. I quit after a couple of sets but my friend is still trying it.

I can't badmouth any brand that we have tried, they all have a place or use. I also get to play my friends guitars a lot so I know the feel and sound that we are getting.

Some strings didn't last the week. Others went the distance. So far the top choices are D'Addario, both nickle wound electric and phosphor bronze acoustic; Darco bronze wound with silvered steel; Martins and Gibsons.