Detail 01
Medium gauge
More tension than a light set. Fuller low end and better tuning stability, but bends take more effort.
Product detailSKU #1274034477938
D'AddarioEXL115 Blues/Jazz Bulk Pack Guitar Strings Medium - 25 Sets 25 Sets
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Twenty-five sets of medium-gauge nickel-wound electric strings in one box. For players and techs who change strings constantly.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Gigging players who restring before every show
- Guitar techs and repair shops restocking bench supplies
- Schools and rehearsal rooms maintaining multiple instruments
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Casual players who change strings twice a year
- Anyone still testing gauges — this locks you into one
- Players wanting warmer pure nickel voicing
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
25-set bulk pack
Per-set cost drops sharply versus buying singles. Commit only if this gauge already works for you.
Detail 03
Nickel wound
The standard electric string wrap. Balanced brightness with enough grip for pick attack to come through.
Detail 04
Electric guitar strings
Steel core for magnetic pickups. Not a substitute for acoustic bronze sets.
Detail 05
Sealed individual sets
Each set stays sealed until opened, so the box doesn't corrode all at once in storage.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Store somewhere dry — humidity shortens shelf life even in sealed packs
- 02Medium gauge may need a truss rod tweak if you're stepping up
- 03Buy one single set first to confirm the gauge suits you
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How long will 25 sets last me?
Depends entirely on play time. A weekly gigging player changing monthly gets about two years. A daily player restringing weekly gets six months.
02Do strings go bad sitting in the package?
Sealed sets last years if kept dry. Humidity and temperature swings are what cause corrosion, not time alone.
03Is medium gauge harder to play?
Somewhat. Higher tension means bends and vibrato take more finger strength, but you get more volume and a tighter low end.
04Can I use these for drop tunings?
Medium gauge handles a drop to D reasonably well. Lower than that and you'll want a heavier set to keep tension.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
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