Detail 01
10-46 gauge
Plain .010 high E through a .046 low E. The most common electric set, so most factory setups already suit it.
Product detailSKU #1273888005913
GHSGBL Boomers Electric Guitar Strings - Light (10-46)
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
GHS Boomers in light 10-46, the standard electric guitar gauge. A cheap, mainstream set for restringing without thinking about it.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Restocking a stringing kit for regular changes
- Standard tuning on a Strat, Les Paul or Tele
- Players who bend a lot and want moderate tension
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drop tunings below D, where 46 goes slack
- Players who want a smooth, low-noise string surface
- Anyone needing a heavier low end for chunky rhythm
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
Light gauge
Easier bends than 11s, more grip and less flop than 9s. The middle ground most players settle on.
Detail 03
Roundwound
Wound strings have a ridged surface. Grippier under the fingers, with the finger squeak that comes with sliding.
Detail 04
$7.78 a set
Cheap enough to change strings monthly. Buy several at once if you play often.
Detail 05
Electric guitar set
Steel core for magnetic pickups. Not for acoustic or classical guitars.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Switching from 9s or 11s means rechecking relief, action and intonation
- 02Set only; no picks, winder or cutters included
- 03Six-string set, so a seven-string needs a different pack
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is 10-46 a good gauge for a beginner?
It's a fine starting point. Slightly stiffer than 9s but more stable in tuning and less prone to buzzing when you press hard, which beginners tend to do.
02Do I need a setup if I'm coming from 9s?
Probably a small one. Tens pull more tension, which pulls the neck forward slightly. Check relief and intonation, and adjust the truss rod if the action climbs.
03Will 10-46 handle drop D?
Drop D is workable, though the low string gets loose. If you drop further than D or play heavy rhythm there, a heavier gauge holds pitch better.
04How many strings come in the set?
It's a six-string electric set covering high E through low E. Seven and eight-string guitars need a dedicated pack with the extra low strings.
