Acoustic and Electric String Tension Names Explained
An issue players face is how manufacturers across the globe name their gauges as tensions with such a wide range.
To simplify, tension names listed on our string filter are standardized to what most manufacturers use.
Acoustic strings for example, show "Light" as a standard 12-52 set. Then, + and - refer to thicker or thinner variations based on the standard set.
Electric strings for example, show "Light" as a standard 10-46 set. Then, + and - refer to thicker or thinner variations based on the standard set.
We believe that selecting the right diameters for your instruments and your playing style is VERY important. We hope that our precise categorization helps you filter your specific needs. If you are unsure what strings to purchase and would rather use a human player filter, don't hesitate to contact us.
Shop By Filter - How To
You can filter strings by either Full Sets or Single Strings. Classical strings offer additional filters for Bass Sets or Treble Sets.
Use the master filter in the header to shop all string products or the filter on any page to shop products from that page.
After you make your selection, the filter will display product results along with deeper filter options with a number count for each available.
After making selections, notice the black filter result tabs above the products. These show what criteria is being filtered, such as gauges or materials. You can X or delete these to remove a particular filter or remove all to reset.
Example: Let's say Mr. Smith would like to know all the possibilities for what he already plays, Acoustic Phosphor Bronze. He knows the first string is a .012 gauge and last string a .054. His budget is $9 max per set. While visiting the Acoustic Guitar Strings page or sitewide in our header:
- Select Product Type "Full Set" (page will refresh)
- Select Full Set # of Strings "6"
- Select Full Set Material "Phosphor Bronze"
- Select Full Set by 1st string gauge "0.012"
- Select Full Set by last string gauge "0.054"
- Input Max Price "9.00"
Once you click away out of price, you should see (at the time of writing this) 17 results across 8 manufacturers. Mr. Smith now has a nice collection of similar strings to compare and experiment with from different manufacturers. Follow this link to see the above result.
If you'd like help from our friendly human string filters, don't hesitate to contact us.
Savarez 510MR Normal Tension Classical Guitar Strings
Want to stop being tubby? Then check out the 510MR normal tension classical guitar strings from Savarez.
This set includes three types of strings:
- The first two treble strings are New Cristal plain nylon, which is known for its projection and playing comfort.
- The third string is made from Alliance carbon, which helps bring out the string's sound and brightens it a bit. It also keeps the third string from sounding dull or "tubby."
- The Cantiga basses are silverplated copper wound. They provide great tone quality, power, projection, and ease of playing.
This set is identical to the
510CR from Savarez except for the third string, which in the latter set is New Cristal nylon. It's also the normal tension cousin to the
510MJ, which is high tension.
Got a question about Savarez 510MR classical guitar strings? Call 800-513-8271 to talk with our friendly string experts. They’re available Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. EST. You also can
email them.
And remember: U.S. orders received weekdays before 3 p.m. EST ship the same day!
