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Stainless steel wrap
Brighter and more cutting than nickel-plated. Holds that top end longer before going dull.
Product detailSKU #1273888003940
Fender350R Stainless Steel Electric Guitar Strings
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Stainless steel electric guitar strings from Fender. For players who kill strings quickly with sweat or want a brighter, harder-wearing set.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players whose strings go dead or rusty within days
- Anyone wanting more top end than nickel strings give
- Gigging players who change strings often and want longer life
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players chasing warm, rounded nickel tone
- Vintage frets you don't want worn faster
- Anyone sensitive to bright, cutting string attack
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.
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Corrosion resistance
Resists sweat and finger acid better than nickel, so strings stay usable longer between changes.
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Steel hardness
Harder than nickel-plated strings, so it wears frets faster over years of bending. Noticeable on soft vintage fretwire.
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Electric guitar set
Magnetic steel core works with any magnetic pickup. Not for acoustic guitars or classical nylon-string instruments.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check the gauge on the package matches what your guitar is set up for.
- 02Switching gauges changes neck relief and intonation — expect a setup.
- 03Stainless feels slicker and stiffer under the fingers than nickel. Some players dislike it.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will stainless steel strings damage my frets?
They wear frets faster than nickel-plated over the long run. On modern stainless or hard nickel-silver fretwire the difference is small.
02Do these work on any electric guitar?
Yes, on standard six-string electrics with magnetic pickups. Match the gauge to your current setup to avoid a full re-setup.
03How are these different from nickel strings?
Brighter attack, more top end, and better resistance to sweat and corrosion. Nickel sounds warmer and feels softer under the fingers.
04Are stainless strings harder on your fingers?
They feel slicker and slightly stiffer than nickel-plated. Most players adapt quickly, but bends take marginally more effort.
