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Coated
A thin protective layer slows corrosion from sweat and skin oils, extending usable life at some cost to initial brightness.
Product detailSKU #1273888005851
GHSGBTNT Coated Boomers Thin N Thick Electric Guitar Strings
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Coated electric strings with mixed gauges across the set — thinner treble strings, thicker bass strings. For players who want easy bends without losing low-end weight.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players who bend on the high strings but strum hard on the low ones
- Sweaty hands or humid climates where strings die quickly
- Anyone stretching time between restrings
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who want maximum brightness — coating dulls the top end slightly
- Anyone who prefers a uniform gauge feel across all six strings
- Players who like raw roundwound texture under the fingers
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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Thin N Thick
Lighter treble strings and heavier bass strings in one set — easier bends up top, more punch on the bottom.
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Boomers
GHS's nickel-plated roundwound line. Bright attack with the textured feel of a wound string.
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Electric guitar strings
Steel core reads on magnetic pickups. Not suitable for acoustic or classical guitars.
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Single set
One restring per package, priced above a standard uncoated set — you're paying for longevity.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Coated strings feel slicker under the fingers; some players dislike it
- 02Mixed tension across the set may shift intonation — check after installing
- 03One set only, and no tools included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How much longer do coated strings last?
The coating slows corrosion from sweat and oils, so they hold their tone longer than uncoated sets. How much longer depends on how acidic your hands are and how often you play.
02What does Thin N Thick actually mean?
The treble strings are lighter than a standard set and the bass strings are heavier. You get easier bending on top with more low-end weight underneath.
03Do coated strings sound different?
Slightly. The coating takes a small amount of edge off the initial brightness, but it also keeps that tone stable for longer.
04Will these work on any electric guitar?
Yes, on standard 6-string electrics with a ball-end bridge. The mixed gauges may need an intonation check after installing.
