Lightly Polished Composite sets are designed to reduce finger noise, while still providing the sophisticated classical tone Pro-Arte’ is renowned for. This Lightly Polished set is made with clear nylon trebles and silver-plated copper bass strings, wound over exclusive composite core material, then polished down for effortless slides and quiet performance. Pro-Arte’ Lightly Polished Composite sets also include an extra composite 3rd/G-string, for increased projection. This Normal Tension set is our best-selling tension, preferred for its balance of rich tone, comfortable feel, and dynamic projection. Features: - •\tSilver-plated copper in a unique composite core material for a powerful and long-lasting tone. •\tThe wound strings are polished to a smooth surface to reduce finger noise, ideal for recording. •\tComposite 3rd / G for greater projection, 1st and 2nd generation clear nylon strings. All lasers are rated for consistent and accurate intonation. •\tMade in the USA for the highest quality and performance. •\tString Gauge: Treble .0280, .0322, .036 Bass .027, .34, .043.