Detail 01
Super light gauge
Least tension of the common gauges. Easier bends and vibrato, but more fret buzz if your action is low.
Product detailSKU #1274034477897
D'AddarioEPS520 ProSteels Super Light Electric Guitar Strings
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Super light steel-alloy electric set for players who want easy bending and bright attack. Standard six-string electric restring, no special hardware needed.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Lead players who bend a lot and want low finger effort
- Bright, cutting tone that stays articulate through gain
- Players with hand fatigue or fresh calluses
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drop tunings — light gauges go floppy and buzz
- Heavy strummers who dig in hard
- Players wanting warm, mellow, broken-in tone
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
ProSteels wrap
Steel alloy instead of nickel-plated. Brighter top end and more attack, at the cost of some warmth.
Detail 03
Electric-only construction
Magnetic pickups need steel-family strings. These will not work on an acoustic expecting bronze.
Detail 04
Single set at this price
Cheap enough to change often, which matters more for tone than any string brand choice.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Switching gauge changes neck relief and intonation — expect a truss rod tweak
- 02One set of six strings only; no picks or winder included
- 03Steel strings feel grippier and wear frets slightly faster than nickel
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What gauges are in this set?
It is a super light electric set — the lightest of the standard electric ranges, built for low tension and easy bending.
02Can I use these on an acoustic guitar?
No. These are electric strings. An acoustic needs bronze or phosphor bronze for proper acoustic projection and tone.
03Will these work for drop tuning?
Not well. Detuning a super light set leaves the low strings slack, which causes buzz and pitch instability. Go heavier.
04How are ProSteels different from regular nickel strings?
ProSteels use a steel alloy wrap, so they read brighter and more aggressive under a pickup. Nickel-plated sets sound rounder and warmer.
