Knobloch Classical Guitar Strings Comparison

Handcrafted in Spain. Compare all string sets side-by-side to find the perfect match for your guitar and playing style.

Spanish Craftsmanship

Double Silver Plated Basses

Impeccable Intonation

Understanding Knobloch String Types

Treble Materials

CX Carbon Brilliant, singing trebles with enhanced projection. Bright and chimey with excellent body.

SN Nylon Muted yet sonorous. Warmer, more traditional sound without excessive brightness.

QZ Nylon Mellow and round. Lyrical trebles that soften the brilliance of the basses.

String Lines

ACTIVES Knobloch's signature line. Maximum projection, brilliant clarity, impressive durability.

ERITHACUS Natural, warm and round sound. Warmer than Actives with extra treble elasticity.

Tension Guide

Medium-Low (32.5-33.0) Easiest playability, reduced finger fatigue, softer attack.

Medium (33.5) Balanced feel, comfortable for most players.

Medium-High (34.0) More projection, slightly firmer feel.

High (34.5) Maximum volume and sustain, best for concert performance.

ACTIVES Line

Brilliant Projection & Clarity

Knobloch's signature series featuring impeccable intonation, impressive durability, enhanced projection and great playability.

Model	Trebles	Tension	Sound Characteristics	Best For	Price
Actives CX Carbon 300ADC	CX Carbon	Medium (33.5)	Brilliant Singing Clear	Adding volume, power and clarity	$24.00	Shop
Actives CX Carbon 400ADC	CX Carbon	Medium-High (34.0)	Brilliant Singing Clear	More projection, comfortable playability	$24.00	Shop
Actives CX Carbon 500ADC	CX Carbon	High (34.5)	Brilliant Sharp Defined	Concert performance, max projection	$24.00	Shop
Actives SN Nylon 200ADN	SN Nylon	Medium-Low	Muted Sonorous Warm	Easier playability with bright basses	$18.50	Shop
Actives SN Nylon 300ADN	SN Nylon	Medium (33.5)	Muted Sonorous Resonant	Bright bass with warmer trebles	$18.50	Shop
Actives SN Nylon 400ADN	SN Nylon	Medium-High (34.0)	Muted Sonorous Brilliant Bass	Boosted bass, traditional trebles	$18.50	Shop
Actives SN Nylon 500ADN	SN Nylon	High (34.5)	Muted Sonorous Rich	Max bass clarity, warm trebles	$18.50	Shop
Actives QZ Nylon 300ADQ	QZ Nylon	Medium (33.5)	Mellow Round Lyrical	Resonant trebles, brighter basses	$20.00	Shop
Actives QZ Nylon 400ADQ	QZ Nylon	Medium-High (34.0)	Mellow Round Clear	Lyrical voice, bright bass contrast	$20.00	Shop
Actives QZ Nylon 500ADQ	QZ Nylon	High (34.5)	Mellow Full Powerful	Resonant high voice, powerful bass	$20.00	Shop

ERITHACUS Line

Natural Warmth & Refined Tone

Created for guitarists who need a natural, warm and round sound. Warmer than Actives with extra elasticity in the trebles.

Model	Trebles	Tension	Sound Characteristics	Best For	Price
Erithacus CX Carbon EDC 33.5	CX Carbon	Medium (33.5)	Natural Round Refined	Brilliant trebles, naturally warm bass	$24.00	Shop
Erithacus CX Carbon EDC 34.0	CX Carbon	Medium-High (34.0)	Natural Lyrical Warm	Extra brilliance tempered with round bass	$24.00	Shop
Erithacus CX Carbon EDC 34.5	CX Carbon	High (34.5)	Mellow Full Intense	Lyrical high voice, powerful projection	$24.00	Shop

Quick Recommendations

🎯 Most Popular / Best All-Around

For most guitarists seeking enhanced projection with great playability and excellent tonal balance.

Try: 400ADC Carbon Medium-High

🎸 Traditional Warm Sound

If you prefer warmer trebles that don't overpower the bass, with a classic nylon feel.

Try: 300ADN SN Nylon Medium

🎵 Natural & Refined

For those wanting warmth without sacrificing clarity. Carbon brilliance with rounder bass response.

Try: EDC 33.5 Erithacus

💪 Concert Performance

Maximum volume and sustain for performers who need their guitar to project in larger venues.

Try: 500ADC Carbon High

🌸 Easy on the Fingers

Lower tension for reduced finger fatigue while still enjoying Knobloch's signature quality.

Try: 200ADN Medium-Low

🎹 Mellow & Lyrical

Sweet, round trebles with the projection of Actives basses. A balanced, singing voice.

Try: 400ADQ QZ Nylon Med-High

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