Which brand of strings is best for my criteria...I am just starting out, and I`m not going to be performing any time soon of even for anyone, but I still want it to sound pretty, so I don`t want to spend too much money just for me...So pretty much...which brand of strings are "mediocre"
Sorry if this is confusing...

i`d just go for some d`addario, they aren`t too expensive and work just fine, but nothing too extremely special

If the factory strings aren`t tolerable, then how about Daddario preludes?

Liz

If you`re just starting out I would just get some Super Sensitive Red Label Strings. Like most steel strings it doesn`t take a lot to tune and in my experience they don`t take as long to set in as most synthetic strings. A matter of fact, I seem to like steel strings better on my instrument (Helicore) because they are very easy to tune with pegs. The Preludes that were mentioned before will do quite well also. For a couple of more dollars you can get Pirastro Piranito. Pirastro says that this is their "student" level of strings, but my high school teacher recommends these strings to everybody. I started off with Red Label myself, but what ever you chose be sure they have it at your local music store. Over time shipping charges will have you thinking, "Is it worth it?"

Thank you all for your help