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  1. Staff pick - Best Sellers
    Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Electric Guitar String Set  10-46 (2221)
    Ernie Ball Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Electric Guitar String Set 10-46 (2221)
    $18.00
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    Ernie Ball Super Slinky Electric Guitar String Set 9-42 (2223)
    Ernie Ball Ernie Ball Super Slinky Electric Guitar String Set 9-42 (2223)
    $18.00
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    D'Addario Regular Light Electric Guitar String Set 10-46 (EXL110)
    Daddario D'Addario Regular Light Electric Guitar String Set 10-46 (EXL110)
    $17.00
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    Ernie Ball Power Slinky Electric Guitar String Set 11-48 (2220)
    Ernie Ball Ernie Ball Power Slinky Electric Guitar String Set 11-48 (2220)
    $18.00
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  5. Elixir Optiweb Electric Guitar Strings - 10-46
    Elixir Elixir Optiweb Electric Guitar Strings - 10-46
    $26.50
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  6. Daddario NYXL Electric Guitar String Set - Regular Light 10-46
    Daddario D'Addario NYXL Electric Guitar String Set - Regular Light 10-46
    $25.00
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    D'Addario Super Light Electric Guitar String Set 9-42 (EXL120)
    Daddario D'Addario Super Light Electric Guitar String Set 9-42 (EXL120)
    $17.00
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  8. Ernie Ball Skinny Top/Heavy Bottom Electric Guitar String Set 10-52 (2215)
    Ernie Ball Ernie Ball Skinny Top/Heavy Bottom Electric Guitar String Set 10-52 (2215)
    $20.00
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    Ernie Ball Hybrid Slinky Electric Guitar String Set 9-46 (2222)
    Ernie Ball Ernie Ball Hybrid Slinky Electric Guitar String Set 9-46 (2222)
    $18.00
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  10. DR 'Pure Blues' Pure Nickel Guitar Strings - 12-52
    DR Strings DR Strings 'Pure Blues' Pure Nickel Guitar Strings - 10-46
    $23.00
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    DR Strings 'Sunbeam' Acoustic Guitar Strings - 12-54
    DR Strings DR Strings 'Sunbeam' Acoustic Guitar Strings - 12-54
    $21.00
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  12. Ernie Ball Beefy Slinky Electric Guitar String Set 11-54 (2627)
    Ernie Ball Ernie Ball Beefy Slinky Electric Guitar String Set 11-54 (2627)
    $20.00
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  13. Elixir Optiweb Electric Guitar Strings - 9-42
    Elixir Elixir Optiweb Electric Guitar Strings - 9-42
    $26.50
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  14. Daddario NYXL Electric Guitar String Set - Super Light/Regular 9-46
    Daddario D'Addario NYXL Electric Guitar String Set - Super Light/Regular 9-46
    $25.00
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  15. D'Addario Medium Electric Guitar String Set 11-49 (EXL115)
    Daddario D'Addario Medium Electric Guitar String Set 11-49 (EXL115)
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    DR Strings 'Accurate' Nylon/Classical String Set - Med Tension
    DR Strings DR Strings 'Accurate' Nylon / Classical String Set - Medium Tension
    $19.00
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    D'Addario Regular Light Electric Guitar String Set *10 PACK* (EXL110-10P)
    Daddario D'Addario Regular Light Electric Guitar String Set *10 PACK* (EXL110-10P)
    $109.00
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  18. Daddario NYXL Electric Guitar String Set - Light Top/Heavy Bottom 10-52
    Daddario D'Addario NYXL Electric Guitar String Set - Light Top/Heavy Bottom 10-52
    $27.00
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  19. Elixir Optiweb Electric Guitar Strings - 10-52
    Elixir Elixir Optiweb Electric Guitar Strings - 10-52
    $26.50
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  20. Staff pick - A Classic
    DR Strings 'RARE' Acoustic Guitar String Set - 12-54
    DR Strings DR Strings 'RARE' Acoustic Guitar String Set - 12-54
    $20.00
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    DR Strings 'Tite-Fit' Electric Guitar Strings Set - 10-46
    DR Strings DR Strings 'Tite-Fit' Electric Guitar Strings Set - 10-46
    $20.00
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  22. Elixir Optiweb Electric Guitar Strings - 9-46
    Elixir Elixir Optiweb Electric Guitar Strings - 9-46
    $26.50
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  23. D'Addario Light Top/Heavy Bottom Electric Guitar String Set 10-52 (EXL140)
    Daddario D'Addario Light Top/Heavy Bottom Electric Guitar String Set 10-52 (EXL140)
    $18.00
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  24. DR Strings 'Pure Blues' Pure Nickel Guitar Strings - 9-42
    DR Strings DR Strings 'Pure Blues' Pure Nickel Guitar Strings - 9-42
    $23.00
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  25. Elixir Optiweb Electric Guitar Strings - 11-49
    Elixir Elixir Optiweb Electric Guitar Strings - 11-49
    $26.50
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  26. DR Strings 'Tite-Fit' Electric Guitar Strings Set - 10-52
    DR Strings DR Strings 'Tite-Fit' Electric Guitar Strings Set - 10-52
    $20.00
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  27. Ernie Ball Ultra Slinky Electric Guitar Strings - 10-48 (2227)
    Ernie Ball Ernie Ball Ultra Slinky Electric Guitar Strings - 10-48 (2227)
    $18.00
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    DR Strings 'RARE' Acoustic Guitar String Set - 11-50
    DR Strings DR Strings 'RARE' Acoustic Guitar String Set - 11-50
    $20.00
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  29. Staff pick - Signature Model
    DR Strings 'Hi-Voltage' Dimebag Signature Electric Set - 10-46
    DR Strings DR Strings 'Hi-Voltage' Dimebag Signature Electric Set - 10-46
    $28.00
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  30. Daddario NYXL Electric Guitar String Set - Super Light 9-42
    Daddario D'Addario NYXL Electric Guitar String Set - Super Light 9-42
    $25.00
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What payment methods do you offer?

We offer secure checkout options like Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Zip Pay and Bank Deposit.
American Express payments are also accepted, although most AmEx transactions will require manual authorization after payment (Someone from the team will contact you to confirm the transaction after checkout)

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If you need to cancel your order it is best to give our online team a call on (02) 6282 3199
On weekends our online team may not be operating. Either give us a call monday morning or reply to your order email and we will endeavour to stop goods leaving the store.

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Electric Guitar Strings

How do different electric guitar strings affect the playability of the guitar?

Different electric guitar strings affect the playability of the guitar in a few different ways. The most obvious way is the gauge, or thickness, of the string. A thicker string will be harder to bend and will have a higher tension, meaning it will take more effort to make the string vibrate. This can make it difficult to play fast lead passages or to get a clear, ringing sound when strumming chords.

What is the difference between round wound and flat wound electric guitar strings?

Round wound electric guitar strings are made by wrapping a round wire around a central core. The resulting string is then ground down to create a smooth surface. This type of string is the most popular choice for electric guitars, as it provides a bright, cutting tone. Flat wound electric guitar strings are made by wrapping a flat wire around a central core. The resulting string is then ground down to create a smooth surface.

How often should you change electric guitar strings?

It is generally recommended that you change your electric guitar strings every 2-3 months, or whenever they start to sound dull. Of course, this depends on how often you play - if you play every day, you will probably need to change them more often. If you only play a few times a month, you can probably get away with changing them less often. There are a few signs that it might be time to change your strings:

Your strings are starting to corrode If you notice that your strings are starting to develop a greenish tint
The texture of the strings feel rough and no longer smooth.
Lastly, if you’re entering a studio environment to track your own guitars, it is recommended you put on a fresh set of strings to maximise both the brightness and attack of your electric guitar.

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