This page has been developed to answer the most common questions we receive regarding what strings and accessories would suit gender, age and ability. We hope you find the following guide helpful.

If you need more information please feel free to contact us.     

Most Men Prefer:

• Acoustic Bronze - Medium 12-54
• Electric Nickel Round Wound - Light 10-46
• Mandolin - Medium 11-40
• Banjo Stainless Steel - Medium 10-23-10
• Guitar Picks - Medium .88mm - Heavy 1.0mm

Most Women Prefer:

• Acoustic Phosphor Bronze - Light 11-50
• Electric Nickel Round Wound - Extra Light 9-42
• Mandolin - Medium 11-40
• Banjo Stainless Steel - Medium 10-23-10
• Guitar Picks - Light .73mm - Medium .88mm

Most Beginers Prefer:

• Acoustic Phosphor Bronze - Light 11-50
• Electric Nickel Round Wound - Extra Light 9-42
• Mandolin - Light 10-34
• Banjo Stainless Steel - Light 9-20-9
• Guitar Picks - Light .73mm

Most Professionals Prefer:

• Acoustic Bronze - Medium/Heavy 12-54/13-57
• Electric Nickel Round Wound - Light/Medium 10-46/11-50
• Mandolin - Medium 11-40
• Banjo Stainless Steel - Medium 10-23-10
• Guitar Picks - Medium .88mm - Heavy 1.0mm

Please Note:  This page is ONLY a guide, and has been designed from our most popular sales, questions and comments from our customers.