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Ernie Ball 2223 Super Slinky 9-42
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Dunlop DEN0942 Electric Strings 09-42
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D'Addario NYXL0942 Super Light 09-42
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D'Addario EXL125 Super Light Top/Reg Bottom 9-46
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Elixir Nanoweb Electric Super Light Gauge 9-42
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Ernie Ball 2212 Primo Slinky 9.5-44
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Elixir Optiweb Electric Super Light Gauge .009-.042
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D'Addario XS Nickel Coated Electric Strings 09-42 Super Light
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D'Addario EXL120-3D Super Light Electric Guitar Strings 3-Pack 9-42
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D'Addario XS Nickel Coated Electric Guitar Strings 09-46 Super Light Top/Regular Botttom
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Fender 3250L NPS Bullet End 9-42
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Fender Super 250's Nickel Plated Steel Guitar Strings Ball End, 250LR Gauges .009-.046
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Ernie Ball Turbo Slinky 9.5-46
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Ernie Ball 8 String Skinny Top Heavy Bottom 9-80
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Gibson Brite Wire Reinforced Electric Guitar Strings Ultra-Light 9-42
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Elixir 3 Pack Electric Nanoweb Nickel Super Light (9-42)
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Ernie Ball Hybrid Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings 3 Pack - 9-46 Gauge
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Elixir 3 Pack Electric Optiweb Nickel Super Light (9-42)
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Elixir Nanoweb Electric Custom Light Gauge 9-46
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Elixir Optiweb Electric Custom Light Gauge 009-046
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D'Addario NYXL0984SB Strandberg 8-String Custom Light 9-84
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D'Addario EXL125-3D Super Light Top/Regular Bottom Electric Guitar Strings 3-Pack 9-46
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Ernie Ball P02023 Paradigm Super Slinky 9-42
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D'Addario NYXL0946 Super Light/Regular 09-46
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D'Addario NYXL09564SB Strandberg 7-String Custom Light 9.5-64
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Ernie Ball Super Slinky Cobalt Electric Guitar Strings 9-42
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Rotosound R9 Roto Pinks 9-42
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D'Addario EJ41 Extra Light Phosphor Bronze 12 String 9-45
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D'Addario XT Super Light Electric Nickel Plated Steel 09-42
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Stringjoy Signatures Balanced Super Light Gauge Nickel Wound Electric Strings 9-42
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Ernie Ball Earthwood 2063 5 String Banjo Bluegrass Loop End 80/20 Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - 9-20 Gauge
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D'Addario NYXL09544 Super Light Plus 9.5-44
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Ernie Ball 3123 Coated Electric Super Slinky 9-42
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Ernie Ball Tim Henson Signature Electric Guitar Strings 9.5-46 Gauge
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Ernie Ball Cobalt Hybrid Slinky Set 9-46
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D'Addario XT Super Light Top/Regular Bottom Electric Nickel Plated Steel 09-46
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Ernie Ball Super Slinky RPS Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings 9-42 Gauge
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About 9 Gauge Guitar Strings
9 Gauge Guitar Strings are one of the most popular gauges of guitar strings. “9 gauge" refers to the thickness of the highest E string, which in this case is 0.009 inches and the lowest string being 0.042. If you are looking for a well balanced tone and prefer the feel of lighter strings when you play, 9 gauge strings are a perfect choice. Many players choose 9 gauge strings for E Standard tuning, if you’re looking to explore drop tunings, hybrid strings (9-46) that have thicker gauges on the lower strings might be a better choice for you. Custom sets such as 9.5 gauge strings are also available for players looking for a middleground between 9 and 10 gauge strings.
Why Should I Choose 9 Gauge Guitar Strings?
- Beginner friendly
- Easier to do bigger bends
- Used by many legendary guitarists
- Hybrid options available for drop tunings
Frequently Asked Questions about 9 Gauge Guitar Strings
Question: What are 9 gauge guitar strings?
9 gauge strings are made of nickel plated steel wire. If you are a beginner or simply prefer a lighter set of strings, 9 gauge are a great choice. Brands like Ernie Ball and D’Addario have a wide range of 9 gauge strings, including hybrid and 9.5 gauge strings.
Question: What are 9 gauge strings good for?
9 gauge strings are useful for a lot of different reasons, such as being easier to bend, and being more suited towards players who are new to guitar or prefer a lighter feel underneath their fingers when they play.
Question: What guitarists use 9 gauge strings?
Many legendary guitarists have been known to use 9 gauge strings, including but not limited to Eddie Van Halen, Steve Vai, Jimmy Page, and Angus Young.
Question: Are 9 gauge strings hard to bend?
No, 9 gauge strings are very easy to bend. This makes 9 gauge strings perfect for players who are just starting out or just simply prefer the ease of lighter strings for bending.
Question: How long do 9 gauge strings last?
A typical set of 9 gauge Ernie Ball guitar strings will last you 1 to 3 months before you start to notice that they’ve become less fresh, depending on how frequently you pick up your guitar and play.
Question: Are 9s easier to play than 10s?
Yes, whilst it's all down to personal preference, 9 gauge strings are typically much more beginner friendly as you don’t need to press down as hard to play on 9s. It is also much easier to achieve big bends with 9s compared to 10s. You will notice a slight difference in the tension of a set of 9s and 10s.
