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==Examples==
String squeak is considered unprofessional by some listeners and music technicians. In fact, [[WL Gore and Associates]] holds a patent for string technology (used in [[Elixir Strings]]) specifically designed to reduce squeaking noises.<ref>{{Cite patent|US|7217876}}</ref> Some guitarists have long used "flatwound" strings, where the wrapping for the bass strings is flat rather than round, to reduce string squeak, although these produce a duller tone than normal "roundwound" strings; so-called "groundwound" strings are a compromise, being roundwound strings that have been partially ground smooth after winding. Also, it is sometimes eliminated through overdubbing. Others feel that it makes the music authentic. Some pieces where string squeak is evident are:
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*"[[Every Breath You Take]]" by the [[Police (band)|Police]]
*"[[Wish You Were Here (song)|Wish You Were Here]]" by [[Pink Floyd]]
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