Electric Guitar Strings .010

.010 electric guitar strings feel firmer than .009s while still allowing comfortable bends and vibrato. They often suit players who want a balance of string resistance, control and standard tuning. The .010 figure describes the thinnest string, not a uniform stiffness across the entire set.

When moving from .009 or to .011, check the action, intonation and bridge position. The difference in tension may require a small setup adjustment; scale length and tuning also affect the right choice.