GHS Nickel Rockers R+RXL/L Extra Light Light .009-.046 Electric guitar string set

General

The GHS Nickel Rockers R+RXL/L is a 6-string set for electric guitar with a clever hybrid gauge: extra light/light. This means a light top string for comfortable playing and a slightly sturdier bottom string for a full-bodied bass response. The strings are made from pure nickel and feature a roller-wound finish, whilst the round core ensures a flexible response. A great choice if you like to play with a smooth touch but don’t want to compromise on body and stability. This set is made in the USA.

Warm, musical and yet tight in the low end

Pure nickel is known for its warm tone with a subtle vintage character and a pleasant, rounded midrange. The roller-wound finish also provides a smoother playing feel than standard round-wound strings, which is beneficial for slide playing and position changes. Thanks to the round core, the strings feel just that little bit more supple and respond beautifully to dynamics. The .046 low E string keeps the low end tight and solid, whilst the .009 high E string invites bends and vibrato without too much effort.

Who is this set designed for?

With gauges of .009, .011, .016, .026, .036 and .046, this is a good match for 6-string electric guitars and guitarists looking for a ‘best of both worlds’ set. You get the ease of extra-light strings for lead work and chord playing, but with enough mass on the bass strings for tighter riffs and a fuller tone. Handy if you like playing blues/blues rock or simply want a versatile set that plays well and sounds robust. Ideal if you find .009–.042 too thin in the lower register.