Detail 01
Pure nickel wrap, not nickel-plated steel
Warmer and softer in the top end. Less output and less bite than the nickel-plated strings on most guitars.
Product detailSKU #1273888005874
GHSR+RM Nickel Rockers Pure Nickle Rollerwound Electric Guitar Strings - Medium
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Pure nickel electric strings with a rollerwound surface. For players after vintage warmth and a smoother feel than standard nickel-plated roundwounds.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Blues, classic rock and roots players wanting older-sounding tone
- Players who dislike the rough drag of standard roundwounds
- Anyone chasing 1950s and 60s electric guitar sound
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Modern high-gain players wanting maximum treble and cut
- Players who prefer light gauges and easy bending
- Bass and acoustic guitars — these are electric only
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
Rollerwound construction
The round wrap is rolled flatter, so the surface feels smoother and reduces finger squeak without going full flatwound.
Detail 03
Medium gauge
Higher tension than lights. Stiffer bends, more grip on the pick, and a fuller low end.
Detail 04
Electric-specific magnetic wrap
Designed to drive magnetic pickups. Fine on any standard six-string electric with a bridge that fits the gauge.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Single set — no picks, winder or tools included
- 02Moving up to medium gauge may need truss rod and intonation adjustment
- 03Nut slots cut for lights can bind with thicker strings
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How is pure nickel different from regular strings?
Most electric strings use nickel-plated steel. Pure nickel is warmer and less aggressive in the treble, with slightly lower output — closer to the sound of vintage-era electric strings.
02What does rollerwound mean?
The round wrap wire is rolled down so the outside sits flatter. The result feels smoother under the fingers and squeaks less than a standard roundwound, but keeps more brightness than a flatwound.
03Is medium gauge harder to play?
Yes, compared to light gauge. Bends take more hand strength and the strings feel stiffer, but you get more low end and a firmer pick attack.
04Can I use these on a bass?
No. These are electric guitar strings. Bass needs its own longer, heavier set.
