Detail 01
Nickel-plated steel
The common electric winding. Magnetic, so it works with any standard pickup. Steel core under a nickel plate.
Product detailSKU #1274228082506
DunlopNickel-Plated Steel Electric Guitar Strings - Light
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Medium-gauge nickel-plated steel strings for electric guitar. A low-cost standard set for players who change strings often and don't want to think about it.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players who restring monthly and buy in bulk
- Standard E tuning on a fixed or hardtail bridge
- Keeping a spare set in the case
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players tuned low who need heavier tension
- Acoustic, classical, or bass guitars
- Anyone wanting a specific published gauge before buying
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
Medium gauge
More tension than a light set. Stiffer under the fingers, harder to bend, more resistant to going sharp when you dig in.
Detail 03
Electric guitar strings
Made for magnetic pickups. They will not drive an acoustic piezo or nylon-string instrument properly.
Detail 04
Single set at this price
Cheap enough to change strings on a schedule instead of waiting for one to break.
Detail 05
Plain vs wound strings
Top strings are plain steel, lower ones are wound. Wound strings dull first, so tone loss starts on the low end.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Moving up to medium gauge can need truss rod and intonation adjustment
- 02Floating tremolo guitars will need spring tension reset after a gauge change
- 03One set only — no picks, winder, or cutters included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit my guitar?
They fit standard six-string electric guitars with a nut and bridge cut for typical gauges. Very light-gauge setups may need the nut slots opened slightly.
02What gauge is medium?
Medium is heavier than a light set and lighter than a heavy one. Exact string diameters are printed on the package.
03Can I use these on an acoustic?
No. Acoustic guitars use bronze-family strings for acoustic volume. These are built for magnetic pickups on an electric.
04Do I need to adjust anything after switching?
If you're coming from a lighter gauge, expect more neck relief and slightly flat intonation. A basic setup fixes both.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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