Detail 01
Ball end
Strings anchor like steel-string acoustics instead of tying at the bridge. Faster changes, but the bridge must accept them.
Product detailSKU #1273888004406
Fender130 Clear/Silver Classical Nylon Guitar Strings - Ball End
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Nylon strings for classical guitar with ball ends instead of tie-on ends. For classical players who don't want to tie strings at the bridge.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Classical or nylon-string guitars with a bridge that accepts ball ends
- Players who find tie-block knots slow or fiddly
- Restringing a nylon-string guitar quickly
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Steel-string acoustics — nylon needs a nylon-strung guitar
- Players wanting the traditional tie-block setup
- Anyone whose bridge only works with tie-on strings
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
Nylon
Softer on fingers and lower tension than steel. Warmer, rounder sound, and required for classical guitar necks.
Detail 03
Silver-wound basses
The three low strings are silver-plated wire over a core. Clear bass with less finger noise than bronze.
Detail 04
Clear trebles
The three high strings are plain clear nylon. Brighter and more even than rectified or black nylon.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check that your bridge accepts ball ends — many classical guitars are tie-block only
- 02Nylon strings stretch for several days and need frequent retuning at first
- 03Never put these on a steel-string guitar, or steel strings on a classical
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit my classical guitar?
Only if the bridge accepts ball-end strings. Traditional classical bridges use a tie block and need tie-on strings instead.
02How long until they stay in tune?
Nylon stretches considerably. Expect several days of retuning before they settle, faster if you stretch them by hand during installation.
03Can I use these on a steel-string acoustic?
No. Nylon strings won't produce enough tension and a steel-string guitar isn't built for them.
04What's the difference between clear and rectified trebles?
Clear nylon is smooth and bright with more projection. Rectified is sanded to a matte finish, slightly warmer and less slick.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Ball End
- Color Finish
- Silver
