Alan Roy Hocking

Acoustic guitar string reviews and comparisons from a professional guitar vocalist with over 50 years experience. I test coated strings, phosphor bronze, 80/20 bronze, string gauges, and guitar modifications so you don't have to waste money on the wrong strings.

Honest, unbiased reviews, D'Addario, Elixir, Martin, Cleartone, DR Strings and more. Every video includes sound tests, playability analysis, and real-world longevity testing. No sponsorships - just straight talk from a retired professional gigging musician.

• Weekly string comparison videos
• Guitar modification experiments (like nylon strings on steel string guitars)
• Gear reviews and setup tips
• Sound quality tests you can actually hear
• Budget vs premium string shootouts

At 67, I've played thousands of gigs and tested hundreds of string sets. I know what works for gigging musicians, bedroom players, and everyone in between. Subscribe for expert guitar gear advice that saves you time and money.

New videos every week!

Обзор Harley Benton CLG-70ASR — лучшая акустическая гитара за 349 евро? | Цельное дерево и звукос...

Обзор Harley Benton CLG-70ASR — лучшая акустическая гитара за 349 евро? | Цельное дерево и звукос...
Harley Benton Silk and Steel Parlor Guitar Review | Perfect for Singer-Songwriters

Harley Benton Silk and Steel Parlor Guitar Review | Perfect for Singer-Songwriters
Fender Nylon Ball End Guitar Strings Review - Are They Worth It?

Fender Nylon Ball End Guitar Strings Review - Are They Worth It?
Nylon or Steel Strings - Which Sounds Better?

Nylon or Steel Strings - Which Sounds Better?
Steel Strings vs Nylon: Which Should You Choose? | Sound, Feel & Cost Compared

Steel Strings vs Nylon: Which Should You Choose? | Sound, Feel & Cost Compared
The Ultimate Parlor Guitar String Test: Martin Phosphor Bronze Review

The Ultimate Parlor Guitar String Test: Martin Phosphor Bronze Review
Carbon Strings on Taylor Academy 12e-N – Huge Tone Upgrade or Big Mistake?

Carbon Strings on Taylor Academy 12e-N – Huge Tone Upgrade or Big Mistake?
Steel Strings on Nylon Guitar: Taylor Academy 12e-N Experiment Results

Steel Strings on Nylon Guitar: Taylor Academy 12e-N Experiment Results
Unbelievable! The Cheapest Ball End Nylon Strings You Must Try!

Unbelievable! The Cheapest Ball End Nylon Strings You Must Try!
D'Addario EJ45 Classical Strings Sound Test (No Talking)

D'Addario EJ45 Classical Strings Sound Test (No Talking)
John Pearse PJ116 Nylon String Sound Demo (No Talking) – Fingerpicking Folk on Taylor Academy 12e-N

John Pearse PJ116 Nylon String Sound Demo (No Talking) – Fingerpicking Folk on Taylor Academy 12e-N
Martin MA130 Silk & Steel Sound Test (No Talking)

Martin MA130 Silk & Steel Sound Test (No Talking)
I Tested Ernie Ball Earthwood Silk And Steel on My Parlor Guitar - Here's What Happened to the TONE

I Tested Ernie Ball Earthwood Silk And Steel on My Parlor Guitar - Here's What Happened to the TONE
Knobloch EDC 34.0 CX Carbon Classical Guitar Strings Review - Taylor Academy 12e-N

Knobloch EDC 34.0 CX Carbon Classical Guitar Strings Review - Taylor Academy 12e-N
Knobloch Actives Double Silver CX 400 ADC Medium High Tension Carbon Strings Review And Sound Test

Knobloch Actives Double Silver CX 400 ADC Medium High Tension Carbon Strings Review And Sound Test
Martin MA130 Silk and Steel Strings Sound Test | Fingerstyle Jazz Guitar | Misty on Parlor Guitar

Martin MA130 Silk and Steel Strings Sound Test | Fingerstyle Jazz Guitar | Misty on Parlor Guitar
Is the Taylor Academy 12e-N a good beginner guitar?

Is the Taylor Academy 12e-N a good beginner guitar?
Silk & Steel Strings Comparison - D'Addario EJ40 vs Martin MA130 | Which is Easier on Fingers?

Silk & Steel Strings Comparison - D'Addario EJ40 vs Martin MA130 | Which is Easier on Fingers?
I Tried D'Addario Silk and Steel Strings and This Happened!

I Tried D'Addario Silk and Steel Strings and This Happened!
D'Addario EJ32C Folk Ball End Nylon Strings Review And Sound Test On My Taylor Academy 12e-N

D'Addario EJ32C Folk Ball End Nylon Strings Review And Sound Test On My Taylor Academy 12e-N
D'Addario EJ45 Classical Guitar Strings Sound Test | Green Sleeves on Taylor Academy 12e-N

D'Addario EJ45 Classical Guitar Strings Sound Test | Green Sleeves on Taylor Academy 12e-N
Steel Strings For A Classical Guitar? 🤔 Thomastik-Infeld Classical S Flat Wound Steel Strings Review

Steel Strings For A Classical Guitar? 🤔 Thomastik-Infeld Classical S Flat Wound Steel Strings Review
Are These The Best Nylon Classical Guitar Strings Ever?

Are These The Best Nylon Classical Guitar Strings Ever?
Martin M260 80/20 Bronze Ball End Classical Guitar Strings Review

Martin M260 80/20 Bronze Ball End Classical Guitar Strings Review
D'Addario XT Coated Strings Sound Test | Harley Benton Parlor Guitar | Prelude in A Minor

D'Addario XT Coated Strings Sound Test | Harley Benton Parlor Guitar | Prelude in A Minor
D'Addario EJ45 Classical Guitar Strings Sound Test | Prelude in A Minor (Pure Instrumental)

D'Addario EJ45 Classical Guitar Strings Sound Test | Prelude in A Minor (Pure Instrumental)
Ball End Classical Guitar Strings - Is There A Better Option?

Ball End Classical Guitar Strings - Is There A Better Option?
Обзор струн для классической гитары D'Addario EJ27N Normal Tension для студентов - Taylor Academy...

Обзор струн для классической гитары D'Addario EJ27N Normal Tension для студентов - Taylor Academy...
John Pearse PJ116 Fingerpicking Folk Strings Review

John Pearse PJ116 Fingerpicking Folk Strings Review