Detail 01
Medium gauge
More tension than a standard light set. Fuller attack, stiffer bends, and it holds pitch better in dropped tunings.
Product detailSKU #1274115036898
ThomastikIN111 Superalloy Elektric Guitar Strings Medium
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Medium-gauge steel electric guitar strings from a maker better known for orchestral sets. A set for players who want more mass under the fingers.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players who tune down and need tension to keep pitch
- Rhythm work where fretted chords should stay in tune
- Heavier picking attack that pushes lighter strings sharp
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who bend a lot — medium gauge fights back
- Necks set up for light strings without a truss adjustment
- Anyone chasing the cheapest restring per set
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
Superalloy winding
A steel-based alloy rather than pure nickel. Brighter, more cutting response than a nickel-wound set.
Detail 03
Electric-specific
Magnetic-responsive steel core and wrap. These drive pickups; they are not intended for an acoustic top.
Detail 04
Full set, one gauge family
Balanced tension across all six. No mixing and matching to even out the feel.
Detail 05
$32.95 per set
Well above the cost of a common electric set. Budget accordingly if you restring often.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Jumping to medium gauge from light usually needs a truss rod and intonation reset
- 02Check your nut slots — heavier strings may bind and cause tuning slip
- 03String winders, cutters and cleaning cloths are separate purchases
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit any electric guitar?
They fit standard six-string electrics. On a floating tremolo you'll also need to rebalance the spring claw for the added tension.
02Can I use these on an acoustic?
No. These are wound for electric pickups. On an acoustic they'll sound thin and quiet.
03How do medium strings compare to light?
Stiffer under the fingers, harder to bend, more output and low-end body. They also stay in tune better when you dig in.
04Do I need to change my setup?
Usually yes. Expect to adjust truss rod relief and intonation after the switch, and check the nut slots for binding.
