Tone needs a lighter "Tone Bar"

[Tony Russell Davis]

Tony, don't forget that the bar rests on the strings and you should only guide it. Don't hold it too tight and you'll avoid most cramp problems. Here's a picture I used to show a certain slant bar technique, but you can see the state of my fingers - but I can still push the bar around!

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[Ken Byng]

Not sure where to ask this question so here it is! As a returning player I have noticed I am having issue's gripping the bar, mainly lifting it on/off, I know its age related. I am using a John Pearse 235g bar. I've only recently been aware of ceramic bars! I know where have I been!! that's Cornwall for you. So question is are they any lighter without losing tone/sustain. Any other suggestions. Cheers Tony

Tony - If it were me I'd go for a hollow stainless bar or one of Basil's polymer bars which grip amazingly well.

Ben Burrows' bars are incredible value for money.