Detail 01
Brass construction
Warmer and less bright than glass, with more sustain. Brass also grips the strings slightly more, so it drags a bit.
Product detailSKU #1303152053148
FenderBrass Slide 1 Standard Medium
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Medium-wall brass slide for guitar. Warmer and heavier than glass, and a common first slide for blues and rock players.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Electric blues and rock slide playing
- Players who want more sustain than glass gives
- Adding weight for cleaner note definition on wound strings
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting the bright, glassy attack of a glass slide
- Anyone with low action — a heavy slide will rattle on frets
- Fingers outside the standard sizing; it is one fixed size
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 wall thickness
Enough mass to press strings cleanly without excessive fretboard pressure. Thicker walls mean more sustain but less finger control.
Detail 03
Standard size
One fixed inner diameter. If it spins on your finger, tape or a thin sleeve is the usual fix.
Detail 04
Metal against strings
Brass will scratch frets and mark strings faster than glass. Expect faster string wear if you play slide often.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Raise your action slightly or the slide will clatter against the frets
- 02Higher-gauge strings hold up better under a brass slide's weight
- 03Try it on different fingers — pinky gives more fretting freedom, ring gives more control
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Brass or glass for a beginner?
Brass is more forgiving on electric guitar and gives a warmer, sustaining tone. Glass is brighter and lighter, and is more common on acoustic.
02Which finger should I wear it on?
Pinky leaves three fingers free for fretting. Ring finger gives better control but takes one more finger out of play.
03Will it damage my frets?
Brass is harder than glass and will scuff frets if you press down. Keep the pressure light and rest the slide on the strings, not the wood.
04Does it work on acoustic guitar?
Yes, though it takes some setup. Acoustics usually have higher action already, which suits slide well.
