Elixir Strings, Electric Guitar Strings, Nickel Plated Steel with NANOWEB Coating, Longest-Lasting Bright Tone with Comfortable Feel, 6 String Set, Custom Light 9-46
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Style: Custom Light (.009-.046)
Size: 1 Pack
Features
- LEADING GUITAR STRINGS: Made with nickel plated steel wrap wire and our proprietary ultra-thin NANOWEB Coating. For a bright and vibrant longest-lasting tone along with a comfortable, smooth feel
- BRILLIANT TONE: Elixir Strings are often rated the best electric guitar strings, you can trust in our consistently reliable performance. From our light electric strings to our heavier gauges
- CORROSION RESISTANT: The NANOWEB Coating protects from tone-deadening sweat, corrosion, humidity and rust. Elixir Strings retain their out-of-the-box tone longer than other coated or uncoated strings
- MADE IN THE USA: Elixir Strings are lab- and field-tested and made to exacting specifications in our state of the art facility. Versatile and durable, they keep your guitar always sounding its best
- CONTENTS: 1x Single Pack of Elixir Electric Guitar Strings, Nickel Plated Steel with NANOWEB Coating, Longest-Lasting Tone with Comfortable Smooth Feel, 6 String Set, Custom Light 9-11-16-26-36-46
Description
Longest-lasting tone night after night. No more endless tunings or inconvenient string changes. You can trust Elixir Strings to deliver premium guitar strings with bright tones and just-right feel.
Brand: Elixir
String Gauge: Light
Color: Custom Light, 09-46
Instrument: Electric Guitar
String Material Type: Coated Steel
Item Weight: 1.4 ounces
Product Dimensions: 4.1 x 4.7 x 0.6 inches
Country of Origin: USA
Item model number: 12027
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No
Date First Available: August 7, 2005
Color Name: Custom Light, 09-46
String Gauge: Light
String Material: Coated Steel
Number of Strings: 6
Size: 1 Pack
Frequently asked questions
The NANOWEB coating by Elixir is a patented technology that forms a barrier between the string and the environment. It helps reduce corrosion, prolonging the life of the strings. Additionally, this coating also maintains a natural feel and clear, bright sound for a much longer period than typical strings.
The gauge range for Elixir Custom Light Electric Guitar Strings is .009-.046. This means the thickness of the strings in this set range from 0.009 inches to 0.046 inches, offering a balance between easy bendability for lead playing and enough tension for rhythm playing.
Elixir strings are known for their quality and durability. The Nickel-Plated Steel Electric Guitar Strings in the Custom Light set offer a bright, punchy tone perfect for rock, metal, and blues. The NANOWEB coating helps to extend the life of the strings, maintaining a crisp sound and smooth feel for longer periods of time.
Yes, Elixir Nickel Plated Steel Electric Guitar Strings are designed to work with all types of electric guitars. However, the tone, feel, and longevity could be influenced by the guitar's construction qualities such as the wood type, pickup type, and individual setup preferences.
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The Elixir electric guitar strings seem to have highly positive feedback from customers. The strings reportedly provide a crisp, clean sound with excellent sustain. Most reviewers emphasize its durability in different climate conditions, its impressive sound quality and consistency, and the added bonus of less frequent re-tuning. However, there was a mention of a different sound which some may not prefer.
Pros
- ☑ Remarkable durability even in high humidity climates.
- 🎵 Provides crisp and clean sound with excellent sustain.
- 💪 Resilient against rust.
- 🔄 Requires less frequent re-tuning compared to other brands.
Cons
- ❗ Some users might find the sound different from traditional strings.
Should I Buy It?
Given the overwhelmingly positive reviews and the noted benefits such as durability, sound quality, and reduced need for re-tuning, these Elixir electric guitar strings seem to be an excellent purchase. While the different sound may be a minor drawback for some, the majority of users found it to be a pro. So, opting for this product would be a solid choice for most guitarists.
Style: Light (.010-.046)
Size: 1 Pack
These are the only strings I buy. I like strings that last awhile and don't rust. The tone is tight and bright. There are strings that sound slightly better but the tradeoff is worth it. This strings have incredible playability, especially if you are a beginner. They are smooth as butter which means sliding up and down the fret board doesn't hurt at all. Bending is fine, a bit slippery from the coating but good technique can overcome this. My favorite part: they stay in tune and last FOREVER. I've had sets last 4-5 months. Never had a break in almost 20 sets, even during aggressive stretches on a Floyd rose.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2025 by S Family
Style: 12 String Light (.010-.046)
Size: 1 Pack
I live in the tropics—a literal jungle climate. Additionally, I am familiar with Elixir brand guitar strings, which I use for my 12-string acoustic and my 6-string acoustic. However, this is the first time I ever used Elixir brand ELECTRIC GUITAR strings. Frankly I was extremely worried because it seems that a large group of buyers of this product (steel strings) bought them for their acoustic guitar, it got me curious on the statistics of reviews where people are using the product for its intended purpose. I hope this review doesn't disappoint. So for anyone who wanders to the review section before buying, MY REVIEW IS FOR A 12-STRING SET FOR ELECTRIC GUITARS. There IS a difference and if you don't know, I invite you to do some research before committing to an investment as it could make your guitar sound better and last longer. So, I got a 12-string set for my 12-string electric. I was completely surprised that Elixir made a listing for the instrument because 12-string electrics are relatively rare, unusual, and old-fashioned—meaning it's a forgotten item that most string manufacturers overlook, especially with their flagship sets of strings. Elixir went against the odds and got this product out for weird people like me and it uses the same technology as their popular 6-string set counterparts have. Hurray! That being said, you get steel strings that are slipped into a tight micro-thin layer of plastic. This helps keep finger crud and buildup from getting in-between the winding of wound strings, which is one of the major culprits of strings losing their charming ring. The same plastic layer protects the string from sweaty hands and moisture (please do not dunk your guitar in a body of water), which would otherwise rust your strings and also make them sound dead/dull/bad. Considering that I live in the tropics with crazy humidity levels (normally above 80% everyday), these strings will last maintenance-free (you will still require to TUNE your guitar) for months in comparison to uncoated standard strings that could last about 1 month if I'm lucky. I haven't had my 12-string steel (electric guitar) strings for long enough to determine their longevity, however from my OTHER guitars that use the same brand, I can say that the strings could last a long time. One guitar I restrung back in OCTOBER 2022 and those strings still play and sound great. It's AUGUST 2023 now. I will admit that after such a long time, there is minor blemishing on their phosphor bronze strings, but that is exactly what I consider to be impressive. And I don't consider myself to be a soft/light player, neither. I have similar expectations for my steel strings from Elixir. Now unwound strings do not get the plastic coating, probably because of how awkward it would be if it started shifting. Instead, Elixir treats their strings with an anti-rust nickel coating. My research on their manufacturing process is inconclusive, but their "plain steel" strings (strings without winding) do last considerably longer than the competition. Albeit, they will still rust, but I'm sure one wipe from a dry cloth will lengthen the string life considerably. I don't wipe my strings and they tend to do well on their own. And remember: I live in a jungle climate. These strings feel slick on the fingertips, which some people love or hate. I prefer slick instead of sticky. And now that I mention it, there is a small group of people who HATE these strings with a passion. Realistically, though, people don't have conversations about guitar strings—unless you're talking about your G String. I think any self-respecting guitarist will complain about how their G String is "too loose" or "too tight" or "too sharp" or "too flat" at some point of their life. How at one moment, you feel like "it's there" and then after a bit, it feels like it shifted and now it feels weird. I personally don't like it when mine is "too noticeable". We've all been there. As long as it doesn't snap during your performance is the key. Otherwise you'll be red with embarrassment with your G String hanging down by your knees or ankles. I think these strings are the best. Some say that the plastic coating can interfere with how pickups interact with the strings, which I say that the coating is so thin that the impact on sound is negligible. MY ONLY RECOMMENDATION when using these strings is to make sure your pick and fingernails do not have sharp edges. The moment that the integrity of the coating is compromised, the strings will lose their magic and rust alarmingly faster. Since I ensure that I'm using smooth-edged picks by round sanding the edges with 600 to 1200 to 2000 grit sandpaper (my personal approach), I find that I can play as heavy and aggressively as I want with these strings and nothing bad happens to the coating. So, to wrap up my thoughts, these strings sound beautiful; they feel beautiful; they last a crazy long time; and most important to me: they can easily endure high humidity climates.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2023 by Jason
Style: Super Light (.009-.042)
Size: 1 Pack
My favorite strings, I use them on all of my guitars. They feel smooth, tone is great and they last.
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2025 by The Pizza Veteran
Style: Heavy (.012-.052)
Size: 1 Pack
They feel great, sound nice and crispy, and last a long time! Maybe not for the people who want a more dark sounding string though.
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2025 by Timothy
Style: 12 String Light (.010-.046)
Size: 1 Pack
Great tone. Have used these strings for years. A bit more expensive than others but last much longer.
Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2025 by Alan
Style: 7-String Light (.010-.056)
Size: 1 Pack
I love elixir strings. Especially on my acoustic(Phosphor Bronze Lights are the shizzz). I bought these to see if the same tone and longevity that I got from my acoustic could transfer to my Ibanez 7620. For the most part. Yes. The tone great. I love how long these strings last and they bend quite well. I don't mind the coating shred around the pickup area that some don't like with coated strings. As long as it's not happening on the fretboard I am a happy camper. My only gripe with most 7 string sets is their low B string is never the right tension. The Low B is a 56 in this set. D addario sells a 59 for their Low B. The 56 is a little too floppy for any kind of metal or even Jazz play. I feel that most string companies also do this too, not just Elixir so I assume they are just following suit. If you don't mind that the 56 will not be as tight as it should be(IMO) then totally go for this set. If not then get yourself a set of D Addario 10-59s or just a single 59 and a box of 6 String Elixir(10-46) Nanoweb Coating. That should hold you over till someone figures out the right tensions for 7-8 string sets.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2013 by KHANcerto
Style: Baritone (.012-.068)
Size: 1 Pack
I bought several sets of Elixir Nanoweb strings for a baritone guitar that has a 28inch scale, typically tuned to either B or A standard. In comparison to stainless or nickel uncoated strings, the Elixirs slip sideways when my finger placement isn’t as precisely positioned behind the fret, such as when playing further out on the fret board where I have to angle my hand/fingers slightly to maintain precise finger placement with a straight wrist. Of course, this makes it easy to bend the strings whenever intentionally trying to do so, which was a plus. They also sounded good throughout their time on the guitar. I ended up going back to uncoated, stainless strings because I prefer a more “grippy” texture that feels precise and responsive, because I like the sensation of being connected to the guitar. I haven’t tried Elixirs on a guitar with regular scale length or thinner gauge strings, but I plan to soon. I think I will like playing them when there can be a little more tension on the strings. I still recommend Elixir strings. In the future, I will try a thinner gauge set on guitars with standard scale lengths and tuning. My “critiques” above are biased by my own quirks about string feel on a baritone scale rather than any concerns with the quality or sound of the strings. They were quality strings that sounded good and lasted a long time.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2024 by E-
Style: Super Light (.009-.042)
Size: 1 Pack
Maybe it’s because I went from 10 to 9 but these strings play and sound great on my Strat. Better than any ive used before. Not sure how well they will hold up but for now theyre awesome and a bigger upgrade than I thought theyd be. Keep in mind when you switch to lighter strings you aren't going to get the same single string power because it's a little less mass, less sustain. But the tradeoff for me is worth it, an overall better sound and playability.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2025 by Kevin C. Farrell