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Single Guitar String Thickness 010 Silver Smooth Metal with Ball End for Replacement on Electric and Acoustic Guitars

Single Guitar String Thickness 010 Silver Smooth Metal with Ball End for Replacement on Electric and Acoustic Guitars

Replacement guitar string 010 sold individually. Smooth metal design with ball end for electric and acoustic guitars with metal strings. Full description
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Single Guitar String Thickness 010 Silver Smooth Metal with Ball End for Replacement on Electric and Acoustic Guitars

The single guitar string in thickness 010 addresses the common situation where only one string breaks from a full set. The package contains one string, not a complete set, so you only replace the one that is missing or damaged. The string is metal, smooth, and silver, with a ball end on one side. According to the seller's offer, it can be fitted to both electric and acoustic guitars with metal strings. It comes in a transparent bag.

The number 010 indicates a diameter of 0.010 inches, which is approximately 0.25 mm. This thickness is typically found as the thinnest string in the medium gauge set for electric guitars ranging from 010–046, used by a large number of guitarists. A single string is appreciated by anyone who wants to quickly return their instrument to a playable state without unpacking a new complete set.

The smooth, non-wound string has a flat surface that fingers easily glide over. At the end, there is a securely attached ball, which you use to secure the string in the bridge, tailpiece, or body hole of the guitar depending on the type of instrument. The free end is wound onto the tuning peg, and after stretching, you tune the string to the desired pitch. The string is supplied coiled in a circle, making it easy to fit into a case or accessory pocket. If you switch between different sets on your guitar, it is worth having a few of the thinnest strings on hand, as these are the ones that wear out the most during play. The thickness of 010 places the string between the lighter 009 and the heavier 011 options available in the same offer.

  • Type – single replacement guitar string
  • Thickness – 010 (0.010 inches, approximately 0.25 mm)
  • Quantity – one string, not a set
  • Surface – smooth, non-wound
  • Material – metal
  • Colour – silver
  • Attachment – ball end
  • Suitable for – electric and acoustic guitars with metal strings
  • Package contents – 1 guitar string thickness 010 in a transparent bag

When fitting a new string, do so on a loosened instrument. Insert the ball into place, guide the string over the bridge and fretboard to the peg, and wind it so that the coils sit neatly on top of each other. You can trim the excess end after tuning. The first few days, the string stretches and settles, so check it with a tuner. After playing, simply wipe the string with a dry soft cloth.

The string 010 sold individually is a practical replacement for guitarists who play with a medium set of strings and only need to replenish the thinnest one. The package contains a single string, so you do not purchase unnecessary strings that are still functioning well on the guitar. It is suitable for both electric and acoustic guitars with metal strings. Thanks to the smooth surface, it is pleasant to play even during fast passages. Having several of these strings in your case as a backup for rehearsals and concerts is advisable.

Price incl. VAT €14.80