The key is to find a quality string maker who uses quality materials. Many of the custom makers use the same materials, so to say one is better than the other really doesn't make a whole lot of sense if the string is well constructed - which is a given with most custom makers. I think some strings are way over priced for what you get - I try to find strings that have great materials, great construction, and are reasonably priced. Many of the strings mentioned above fit that bill, but I can't say that all listed above do.