Detail 01
Nickel-plated steel
A steel core with plated wrap. Brighter, louder through the pickups, and holds its tone longer than pure nickel.
Product detailSKU #1273888004202
Fender3250M Nickel-Plated Steel Bullet End Electric Strings - Medium
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Nickel-plated steel electric strings, medium gauge, bullet ends. The brighter, higher-output option for players who want more tension than a light set.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Fender-style guitars used for rhythm where you want thicker low strings
- Players who pick hard and rattle light strings against the frets
- Standard or slightly dropped tuning that needs more tension
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who bend constantly — mediums fight back
- Anyone wanting a warm, vintage roll-off on the treble strings
- Bridges not designed to seat a bullet end
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
Higher tension throughout. More volume and low-end body, but bends and vibrato take real hand strength.
Detail 03
Bullet end
Seats directly into a Fender tremolo block instead of resting on it. Improves sustain and stops slippage under bends.
Detail 04
Plain G string
Unwound, so it bends easily even in a medium set — the one string that stays forgiving.
Detail 05
Heavier wound strings than a light set
Pull more on the neck. Expect changed relief and intonation if you're coming up from lights.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Bullet ends require a Fender-style bridge — check yours first
- 02Switching up from light gauge means a truss rod and intonation check
- 03One set per pack, no tools or accessories included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is medium too heavy for a beginner?
It can be. Mediums take more finger strength to fret and bend. New players usually find a light gauge less tiring while calluses build.
02Same as the 3250 light set but heavier?
Yes. Same nickel-plated steel construction and bullet ends, stepped up to medium gauge for more tension and low-end thickness.
03Why do bullet ends cost the same as normal strings?
They're standard on Fender's electric sets. The bullet is the design, not an upgrade, so it isn't priced as an extra.
04Will these work on a hardtail guitar?
Only if the string holes accept the wider bullet sleeve. Many hardtail and stopbar bridges are cut for standard ball ends. Check before buying.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Medium
