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Flatwound
The outer wrap is flat, not round. Smooth under the fingers, much less squeak, darker and rounder tone.
Product detailSKU #1274115037006
ThomastikGB112 Medium Light George Benson Custom Flatwound Guitar Strings
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Thomastik's George Benson signature flatwound electric guitar set in medium light gauge. For jazz and archtop players who want a smooth, quiet string surface.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Archtop and hollowbody players chasing a dark, round tone
- Jazz players who want position shifts without squeak
- Anyone whose fingers wear out roundwound sets quickly
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who need bright top end and pick attack for rock or country
- Bending-heavy styles — flatwounds resist under the fingers
- Budget restringing; this is well above standard set pricing
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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Medium light gauge
Lighter than a full jazz medium set. Easier to fret and bend while keeping flatwound thickness.
Detail 03
Electric guitar set
Full set of six, magnetic-core strings. Not for acoustic or classical use.
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$61.95 a set
Several times the price of a roundwound set. Flatwounds last longer, so the cost per month narrows.
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George Benson signature spec
A gauge and construction chosen for jazz archtop playing rather than a general-purpose electric set.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Switching from roundwounds changes tension — expect a truss rod and intonation check
- 02Nut slots cut for lighter roundwounds may need easing for flatwound thickness
- 03Flatwounds sound dark from day one; there is no bright break-in period
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the difference between flatwound and roundwound?
Flatwound has a smooth flat outer wrap instead of a round one. Less finger noise, darker tone, smoother feel, and generally a longer usable life.
02Will these work on a solidbody electric?
Yes. They're electric guitar strings and work on any magnetic-pickup electric, though the darker voice is most at home on archtops.
03Are flatwounds harder to bend?
They resist more than roundwounds of the same gauge. The medium light gauge here makes that easier than a full medium set.
04Do I need a setup after switching?
Check relief and intonation at minimum. Different tension from your old set can shift neck relief and string height.
