How To Choose The Perfect Guitar String Gauge

In this video, we’re going to discuss the different types of guitar string gauges for electric and acoustic guitars to help you find the perfect set for your guitar and playing style.
No matter what type of music you play, there’s a string gauge that’s perfect for you.
▶ CHAPTERS◀
0:00 - Intro
2:15 - 8 Gauge Strings
4:14 - 9 Gauge Strings
5:42 - 10 Gauge Strings
7:28 - 11 Gauge Strings
9:15 - 12 Gauge Strings
10:52 - 13 Gauge Strings
12:25 - Other types (balanced tension, hybrid sets, wound third)
14:20 - Outro
This video was brought to you in collaboration with D’Addario & Co. We are grateful for their support and we enjoyed making this video in partnership with them. D'Addario XL Nickel Plated Steel for electric guitar are the "Player's Choice," known for delivering a universally appealing and versatile tone, no matter your playing style. (We've all been using D'Addario strings for decades, so we are more than happy to endorse them and to partner with them here on the channel.)
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▶ Want to try the string sets in this video? Click the links below...
08’s:
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09’s:
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10’s:
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Acoustic: www.daddario.com/products/gui...
11’s:
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Acoustic: www.daddario.com/products/gui...
12’s:
Electric: www.daddario.com/products/gui...
Acoustic: www.daddario.com/products/gui...
13’s:
Electric: www.daddario.com/products/gui...
Acoustic: www.daddario.com/products/gui...
▶ D'Addario string finder - Find the best fit for you by using their string finder tool below: ◀
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[@jjohns941]

I always like how you explain things. While there can be "technical jargon", you take the time to translate those terms into common language so that those who are just beginning understand what you are teaching.

[@Redheadedlady55]

~Really enjoy the way you teach us....

[@iamadamtobias]

Absolutely love D'Addario strings, and this lesson too! Thanks Mike!

[@oasiscomputers3891]

Good Explanation

[@brianambrose4330]

Thank you Mike for the detailed explanation on the various different string gauges. It allows me to experiment with the guitar sounds I like to play.

[@leonardocannone8349]

Great job coverikng a great topioc

[@RexCoggins]

Love the NYXLS0942, only 3,400 points a set ❤😊

[@pdwcustoms]

I use their flat wound 9 and 10 gauge on most of my guitars. I play mostly funk, and jazz, and i like the tone and the lack of scream when i slide. Half rounds are great too. My fenders prefer the 10 flats and my Epiphone SG and LP like the 9 half rounds. I'm not a big fan of string squeal. I find it takes away from the effects i like to hear.

[@littlethislittlethat456]

What about Flat Wound strings?

[@iamadamtobias]

There's a full written lesson linked in the description where flat wounds are talked about - check it out!