I've been using these as my mainstay "Go To" strings for over 3 years now. They are very much an "Acquired" taste, just like the Red Sharkfin plectrums that perfectly complement them (283751). You have to be prepared to change your style. If you push them around too much and too hard, then they will go out of tune. (If you use hyper-sensitive power assisted steering, then drive heavy handed you may end up in a ditch!). If you want to be able to relax and enjoy really comfortable playing - for hours (If the rest of the band like/can put up with!) then these may be the perfect strings! If you want to smash hell out of the guitar - get some anchor cable or 012's or something, not these. These are THE most comfortable strings ever!