Part Number:
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Compared to purchasing sets individually
| Part No. | Gauge | E-1 | B-2 | G-3 | D-4 | A-5 | E-6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12002 | Super Light | .009 | .011 | .016 | .024 | .032 | .042 |
| 12052 | Light | .010 | .013 | .017 | .026 | .036 | .046 |
String tension shown below is an approximation. Guitar string tension is based upon a 25.5" guitar scale length and standard tuning.
| Gauge | E-1 | B-2 | G-3 | D-4 | A-5 | E-6 | Total Tension (lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Light Strings Diameter (in) / Tension (lbs) | .009 / 13 | .011 / 11 | .016 / 15 | .024 / 16 | .032 / 16 | .042 / 15 | 85 |
| Light Strings Diameter (in) / Tension (lbs) | .010 / 16 | .013 / 15 | .017 / 17 | .026 / 18 | .036 / 20 | .046 / 17 | 103 |
Hear the difference - Compare OPTIWEB, NANOWEB, POLYWEB, and Natural Tone here
| Nickel Plated Steel NANOWEB | Nickel Plated Steel OPTIWEB | Nickel Plated Steel POLYWEB | |
| | | | |
| Guitar Type | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Tone | Bright | Crisp | Warm |
| Feel | Smooth | Natural | Slick and Fast |
| Wrap Wire | Nickel Plated Steel | Nickel Plated Steel | Nickel Plated Steel |
| Technology | Ultra-thin NANOWEB | Barely-there OPTIWEB | Original POLYWEB |
| Tone Life | Longest-lasting | Longest-lasting | Longest-lasting |
| Nickel Plated Steel NANOWEB | Nickel Plated Steel OPTIWEB | Nickel Plated Steel POLYWEB | |
| Guitar Type | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Tone | Bright | Crisp | Warm |
| Feel | Smooth | Natural | Slick and Fast |
| Wrap Wire | Nickel Plated Steel | Nickel Plated Steel | Nickel Plated Steel |
| Technology | Ultra-thin NANOWEB | Barely-there OPTIWEB | Original POLYWEB |
| Tone Life | Longest-lasting | Longest-lasting | Longest-lasting |
ARTISTS WHO USE
ELXIR STRINGS
I recommend them to everyone. I like how long they last. The strings still feel fresh even after the guitar has been siting there.
I use Elixir Strings in the studio and on stage. They always feel right and complement any guitar I use. They're the perfect string.
I love Elixirs simply because they sound the best and last the longest! I use them on all my guitars, acoustic and electric.
The feel and durability of Elixir Strings make them my go-to every time. The soft feel allows me to play for countless hours.
My level of trust in my instruments has increased exponentially with the tonal consistency and long lasting tone I get with Elixir Strings.
They are comfortable, smooth, easy to bend, wear in nicely and last a really long time in all sorts of conditions and extreme climate changes.
Straight out of the box they are playable. The coating is amazing...doesn't hurt my fingers and most of all the tone is a vibe.
I feel like a rockstar with Elixir Strings whether I'm recording, performing or jamming by myself. Their sound is what I want to hear every time.
No matter which guitar I pick up, or how long I’ve been on tour, Elixirs always sound and feel brand new. I never have to worry.
Elixir Strings always sound stellar and really last! Because of the coating, they always feel like a new set of strings to me. Honestly, I love them.
I use Elixir Strings because they outlast any other string, and they feel and play like no other!
Yes. Our Nickel-Plated Steel Strings with OPTIWEB, NANOWEB or POLYWEB Technology offer the same signature long tone life players have come to expect from Elixir Strings.
The best-selling gauge for Elixir Electric Guitar Strings is our light gauge, 10-46. The custom light, 9-46, is also very popular. When finding the right gauge for your electric guitar, there are many factors to consider including your technique.
Elixir Strings makes a variety of gauging for standard six-string guitars and extended range too.
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