C.F. Martin Vega Banjo Nickel Wound 5 String Medium, .010 - .023, V-730star rating 1LarryJuly 27, 2009I got these as a backup set. What was on my Harmony(it's cheap, but sounds good) were Martins "Bluegrass" strings(the ones with the American flag on the cover). Those are SO MUCH BRIGHTER than the Vega's! I haven't played any other strings but the Vegas have a Warmer tone; not so bright on my Harmony. So if your looking for a warmer tone string check out the Vegas. If your looking for something brighter(like me), try the "Bluegrass" strings.