Step back in time and rediscover the authentic sound that defined the golden age of the electric guitar. These strings are meticulously engineered to replicate the tone and feel of the strings used on the records of the 1950s and ‘60s. They are the perfect choice for any musician looking to impart a true vintage character to their instrument, whether you play a vintage classic or a modern guitar.

Authentic Vintage Construction

The secret to their unique sound lies in the historically accurate composition of the materials. They are crafted with 99.99% pure iron and 92% pure nickel, a combination not commonly found today. This specific blend, wrapped around a round core wire, is what provides their unparalleled warmth, richness, and complex tonal character. Unlike modern hexagonal core strings, the round core offers a suppleness and flexibility under your fingers that translates to a completely different playing experience and allows for a more natural sustain.

Tone and Feel

If you're chasing the tones heard on countless classic rock 'n' roll, surf, and R&B records, your search ends here. These strings deliver a beautifully warm, full-bodied sound with a lower tension that makes bends and vibrato feel effortless and smooth. They have a distinctly softer feel compared to contemporary strings, allowing for longer, more comfortable playing sessions. The pure nickel wrap also smooths out the high-end frequencies, eliminating any harshness and providing a well-rounded, period-correct output that is perfect for single-coil and humbucker pickups alike.

Modern Quality and Reliability

While the design is purely vintage, the manufacturing and packaging are state-of-the-art. Made in the USA with American wire, each set is packaged using innovative MAP Technology (Modified Atmosphere Packaging). This process removes oxygen from the packaging, ensuring that your strings arrive as fresh and corrosion-free as the day they were made. You get the best of both worlds: a truly vintage playing experience with the reliability of modern technology.

• Pure nickel round wound strings for a classic, warm tone.
• Made with 99.99% pure iron and 92% pure nickel for historical accuracy.
• Round core wire provides lower tension and a softer, more flexible feel.
• Ideal for replicating the sounds of early rock 'n' roll, surf, and R&B.
• Gauges: .011, .014, .018, .028w, .038, .050.
• Made in the USA and packaged with MAP Technology to prevent tarnishing.