If you're an Yngwie fan and don't wanna pay $10 for a YJM set, get these. they're the exact same, for half the price. amazing quality, but they are uncoated if your concern is how much it lasts. this should typically last you about 1-3 months depending on your playing. but overall, I'm very happy with this. will buy them forever from now on. Oh, and, don't be afraid to go into Eb or D, they will handle it amazingly