Argentinian

Argentine strings, produced by the French company Savarez, are inextricably linked to Gypsy Jazz. These strings were developed in 1935 for Django Reinhardt's Selmer Maccaferri guitars. To this day, they remain the benchmark for authentic Manouche sound.

Why Argentine Strings Are the Choice of Professionals

Argentine isn't a modern interpretation. It's the original standard upon which the style was built.

• Developed for Django Reinhardt and Selmer guitars.
• Steel core with silver-plated copper winding.
• Percussive attack and brilliant highs.
• Rich overtones that cut through an ensemble well.
• Always a wound G string.

If you are looking for Gypsy Jazz strings or Manouche guitar strings, you will almost always end up with Argentine.

Loop End vs. Ball End: Which Argentine set do you need?

This is one of the most common mistakes with Gypsy guitars. The difference lies in the tailpiece of your guitar.

• Loop End. For traditional Selmer Maccaferri and Gitane guitars with tailpiece.
• Ball End. For modern guitars with standard bridge pins or fixed end points.

If your guitar has a classic Manouche tailpiece, you will always need Loop End strings.

The perfect match for Selmer Maccaferri and Gitane guitars

Argentine Loop End strings are specifically designed for this type of instrument. They fit correctly, tune reliably, and provide the correct tension.

Sizes and tension. From extra light to medium

Argentine strings are available in various gauges. The choice affects feel, volume, and projection.

Model	End	Thickness	Tension	Ideal for
1510	Loop End	.010 - .045	Extra light	Traditional play and light touch
1510MF	Loop End	.011 - .046	Medium	More volume and strength
1610	Ball End	.010 - .045	Extra light	Modern tailpieces
1610MF	Ball End	.011 - .046	Medium	Solo work and long man-hour

The secret of the silver-plated copper wrapping

Argentine bass strings have a steel core with silver-plated copper. This material is essential for the characteristic Gypsy Jazz sound.

• Fast attack.
• Clear definition per note.
• Characteristic crunch in rhythmic playing.

Since the New Concept winding technique, the strings are more durable, without losing the original tone.

The wound G string. Essential for Manouche

In Argentine sets, the G string is always wound. This is crucial for correct intonation and tonal balance.

For Gypsy Jazz, a plain G isn't an option. The wound G provides control, stability, and the distinctive sound.

If you play Gypsy Jazz in the tradition of Django Reinhardt, Savarez Argentine strings aren't a choice, they're a starting point. Authentic, percussive, and timeless.