Detail 01
Flatwound construction
The outer wrap is a flat ribbon, not round wire. Slick under the fingers, almost no squeak when you slide.
Product detailSKU #1273887997707
DR StringsLegend Extra Life Flatwound Electric Guitar Strings - (11-48)
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Flatwound electric set in 11-48. For players who want a smooth, low-noise string surface and don't mind heavier tension than a standard 10 set.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Jazz, rockabilly and hollowbody players wanting minimal finger squeak
- Anyone tuning down a half or whole step
- Fretboard-friendly playing with less string wear on frets
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Bending-heavy rock or blues players — 11s fight back
- Players who want bright, jangly roundwound attack
- Cheap tremolo setups that need rebalancing after a tension change
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
11-48 gauge
A heavy set. More tension, more low-end body, harder bends. Noticeably stiffer than the 9s or 10s most guitars ship with.
Detail 03
Electric guitar set
Steel-based and magnetic, so they work with any magnetic pickup. Not for acoustic or classical guitars.
Detail 04
Six strings, standard ball end
Fits standard hardtail, tune-o-matic and most tremolo bridges. String-through bodies included.
Detail 05
$19.99 per set
Priced above a basic roundwound set. Flatwounds cost more to make and generally hold their sound longer.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Moving from 9s or 10s to 11s usually needs a truss rod and intonation check
- 02Set only — no picks, winder, or cutters included
- 03Flatwounds can bind in nut slots cut for thinner strings
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will flatwounds fit my regular electric guitar?
Yes. Standard ball-end electric strings that fit any six-string electric with magnetic pickups. Only concern is nut slot width if you're stepping up from a much lighter gauge.
02Are 11s too heavy for me?
If you bend a lot or have never played above 10s, they'll feel stiff. If you play chords, rhythm, or tune down, the extra tension helps.
03Do flatwounds sound duller than roundwounds?
Less top-end sizzle and far less finger noise. Fundamental stays strong. It's a smoother, more even sound rather than a dead one.
04How often do these need replacing?
Flatwounds typically outlast roundwounds because there are no grooves to trap sweat and skin. Replace when intonation drifts or they stop holding tune.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- (11-48)
