Detail 01
9-46 gauge
Hybrid set: .009 high E bends easily, .046 low E stays tight. Uneven tension across the neck compared to matched sets.
Product detailSKU #1273888004749
EVHPremium Electric Strings 9-46
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Standard-gauge electric guitar strings in a 9-46 hybrid set. Light top for bending, heavier bottom for low-end tension. Fits most six-string electrics.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players who bend a lot but want a tight low E
- Drop-D and half-step-down tuning without floppy bass strings
- Restringing a fixed-bridge or tremolo electric guitar
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Acoustic guitars — these are electric strings only
- Players wanting a matched 9-42 or 10-46 set feel
- Baritone or 7-string guitars
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
.009 high E
Light and easy to bend a full step or more. Less resistant to breaking under aggressive picking than a .010.
Detail 03
.046 low E
Standard heavy-set bottom. Handles drop tunings and palm-muted chugging without going slack.
Detail 04
Electric guitar strings
Magnetic core and windings so pickups read them. Won't produce useful volume on an acoustic.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Switching gauges can change neck relief and intonation — a setup may be needed
- 02One set only; no picks, winder, or cutters included
- 03Tremolo bridges need spring adjustment if you change tension
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit any electric guitar?
They fit standard six-string electrics with a 24.75" to 25.5" scale. Baritones and extended-scale instruments need heavier gauges.
02Is 9-46 good for drop tuning?
Yes for drop D or half-step down. The .046 low E holds tension well. For anything lower, go heavier.
03How is this different from a 9-42 set?
The bottom three strings are thicker. Same easy bending on top, more tension and low-end tightness underneath.
04Do I need to adjust my guitar after switching?
If you're coming from a different gauge, check tuning stability, neck relief, and intonation. Same gauge, no adjustment needed.
