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Electric Guitar String Metals Matter: A Tone Guide

Electric guitar strings come in various metal types. And yes, they affect your playing and tone. So let’s dive…

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Electric Guitar Strings Without Nickel: Alternatives for Allergic Players

Many strings have nickel, which can cause skin problems for some guitarists. If that’s you, electric guitar strings without…

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Rosewood fretboard on a Suhr Modern 7-strong guitar.
Care & Maintenance Strings

Why Are My Electric Guitar Strings Buzzing: Quick Fixes for Clear Tone

Low action, uneven frets, or poor setup are the main causes of buzzing strings. If you’re dealing with this,…

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D'Addario .056 electric guitar bass string.
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What if you put a baritone string set on a regular electric guitar? 

Slapping baritone strings on a standard electric guitar can work. But know it requires some changes to your axe….

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Birdseye maple fretboard on a custom-built electric guitar.
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How Tight Should Electric Guitar Strings Be? Guide to String Tension

Electric guitar strings should be tight enough to produce the correct pitch when tuned. But not so tight that…

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The Ultimate Guide to Electric Guitar Strings

Electric guitar strings affect tone, playability, and even how long you can play before your fingers hurt. This guide will help…

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Why Is String Bending on an Electric Guitar Easier Than on an Acoustic Guitar?

Electric guitar strings are easier to bend because they’re thinner and under less tension than acoustic guitar strings. This makes them…

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Strings on an acoustic martin guitar neck.
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Can You Put Acoustic Guitar Strings on an Electric Guitar?

Yes, you can put acoustic guitar strings on an electric guitar. But it will change how your instrument sounds and feels….

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Four sets of D'Addario electric guitar strings on a black felt background of a guitar case.
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What Is the Most Common Electric Guitar String Gauge?

The most common gauge for electric guitar strings is .009 to .042 inches. This is often called a ‘light’ gauge….

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Two dark and rusted guitar strings from a nylon string guitar.
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Can You Reuse Electric Guitar Strings?

Yes, you sure can reuse electric guitar strings, but it’s usually not recommended. Old strings lose their tone and can break…

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