Best Electric Guitars Strings 2026

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Last Updated - 22.07.2026

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D'Addario

D'Addario Bronze Strings

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9.6

Exceptional

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Warm, balanced sound – phosphorus bronze wound wire delivers the proven D'Addario acoustic tone with beautiful balance and warmth, suitable for all musical genres.
MOST POPULAR ACOUSTIC GUITAR STRING - Phosphor bronze strings are now the standard for acoustic guitar strings and were originally developed by D'Addario in the 1970s.
MADE IN THE USA - Our phosphor bronze strings are made in the USA - in our New York manufacturing facility they are pulled to strict specifications.
Earn reward points – D'Addario phosphor bronze acoustic guitar strings come with a code on the recyclable VCI bag that you can register to collect Players Circle points.
CORROSION RESISTANT, PRECISE WRAPPED - D'Addario phosphor bronze acoustic guitar strings are wound with phosphor bronze and have a hexagonal steel core with high carbon content.

23,10 €
02

Ernie Ball

Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings (Pack of 4) 10-46

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9.5

Excellent

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The Regular Slinky in strength 10-46 are preferred by players in many genres and have become the industry standard
Made in the USA with the finest and freshest materials
Includes 4 clear packed sets
Ernie Ball Slinkys are played by legends around the world, including Slash, Jimmy Page, Metallica, Eric Clapton and more
Bright, balanced tone

22,54 €
Value for Money

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Ernie Ball

Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings (Pack of 3) 10-46

15% Off

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9.4

Excellent

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The Regular Slinky in strength 10-46 are preferred by players in many genres and have become the industry standard
Ernie Ball Slinkys are played by legends around the world, including Slash, Jimmy Page, Metallica, Eric Clapton and more
Element Shield packaging ensures your strings stay as fresh as the day they were made
Bright, balanced tone
3 individually packed sets

16,90 € 19,95 €(15% Off off)
04

Ernie Ball

Ernie Ball Super Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings (Pack of 3), Gauge 9-42

15% Off

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9.1

Excellent

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Super Slinky, one of the original Slinky strengths, has been one of the most popular electric guitar strings for decades.
Ernie Ball Slinkys are played by legends around the world, including Slash, Jimmy Page, Metallica, Eric Clapton and more.
Element Shield packaging ensures your strings stay as fresh as the day they were made.
Bright, balanced tone.
3 individually packed sets.

16,90 € 19,90 €(15% Off off)
05

Belfort

Electric Guitar Strings Set, Premium Nickel Electric Guitar Strings (6 Strings) | Bonus: eBook (English language not guaranteed) and 3 Picks

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9.0

Excellent

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Versatile: Can be used for all styles of music. Whether you want to play tunes, chords, finger pick or use a plectrum, our satisfyingly ringing strings for electric guitars make the perfect compromise between string tension, volume and dynamics and are great for both beginners and professionals.
The strings come with an eBook (English language not guaranteed). Designed and recommended by experienced guitar and music teachers – thanks to our sophisticated lesson plans, within 4 weeks you’ll be capable of playing easy songs and will learn the valuable tips and basics needed to be able to play chords to accompany 95% of all pop songs. (English language not guaranteed). You will also receive, as a bonus, 3 picks of different thicknesses.
Premium quality: Thanks to the masterful manufacturing and expert mechanical testing, these flawless strings, which are very robust and pitch-stable, are protected from rusting caused by sweat from hands using a special process. The airtight packaging ensures maximum shelf life and additional protection against corrosion. Perfect if you are a guitarist who depends on reliable material.
More fun, thanks to being less painful: our strings are butter-soft and require less force – with the positive effect that you can practise for longer pain-free. Belfort strings for electric guitars are fun and will help you get the most out of your guitar – perfect if you do not want to make your fingers sore whilst still wishing to achieve high standards with sound.
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9,99 €
06

D'Addario

D’Addario Nickel

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8.7

Very Good

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Round-threaded connector made of nickel-plated steel for a particularly bright tone.
Made in the USA for better quality and performance.
Environmentally friendly packaging of the corrosion-resistant chains, which are always fresh.
EXL120 tensioning screws: steel .009, .011, .016, .024, .032, .042 nickel.
D’Addario electric guitar - the bestselling pro package.

18,80 €
07

D'Addario

D'Addario Super Light Tear-Resistant Electric Guitar String

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8.4

Good

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We value a balanced combination of careful workmanship and selected materials.
Strings
Set of 10
Our goal - Your satisfaction is our top priority and is our focus.
Guitars

13,90 €
08

Elixir

Elixir Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings with NanoWeb Coating

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8.2

Good

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The ultra-thin Nanoweb coating offers a traditionally textured, "uncoated" feel
Played for a dynamic balance of rich, full-bodied tone and sparkling high-end clarity
Our patented coating technology protects against common corrosion, extending tone life longer than other brands' coated or uncoated strings
Acoustic guitar strings with phosphor bronze wrap wire
25-50, Elixir Acoustic Guitar Strings. Reverb Sync Shipping Profile: -

16,90 €
09

Ernie Ball

Ernie Ball Regular Slinky 10-46 Rock 'n' Roll Classic Electric Guitar Strings Pure Nickel Wound

23% Off

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8.1

Good

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Warm vintage sound.
The Regular Slinky in strength 10-46 are preferred by players in many genres and have become the industry standard.
Signature Slinky feel.
Pure nickel was widely used for electric guitars in the 1950s and 60s.
Made in California, USA with the finest and freshest materials.

6,90 € 8,92 €(23% Off off)
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Elixir

Elixir Nickel Guitar Strings With Optiweb Coating, Lightweight, For Electric Guitars

13% Off

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7.8

Good

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The anti-rust overlay of the bare steel strings ensures a more durable tone for the entire set
The OPTIWEB coating provides a natural playing feel
Played because of the same crisp tone as an uncoated string
Our coating technology protects against common corrosion and dirt build up and delivers a more durable tone than any other brand's coated or uncoated strings (Elixir strings player survey)
Electric guitar strings with nickel plated steel winding

12,90 € 14,90 €(13% Off off)