Why This Guitar

Product Highlights

Super Light Gauge for Effortless Playability — This lower tension makes string bending, vibrato, and complex chord shapes easier to execute, reducing finger fatigue during long playing sessions.
Bright, Balanced Nickel-Plated Steel Tone — This material provides a bright, crisp top-end, a punchy midrange, and a well-defined low-end.
Yamaha Quality and Tuning Stability — Each GS-A50S string set is produced to exacting standards to ensure excellent tuning stability, intonation, and durability.
Complete 6-string set for electric guitar
Roundwound for a textured feel and classic sound

Available Since: August, 2026
Item No.: 20500216
Local SKU: OS

Super Light Gauge for Effortless Playability

Experience exceptional comfort and speed with the super light .009-.042 gauge. This lower tension makes string bending, vibrato, and complex chord shapes easier to execute, reducing finger fatigue during long playing sessions. It's an ideal choice for lead guitarists and players who prefer a lighter, more responsive touch.

Bright, Balanced Nickel-Plated Steel Tone

Achieve the classic, vibrant sound of electric guitar with high-quality nickel-plated steel windings. This material provides a bright, crisp top-end, a punchy midrange, and a well-defined low-end. The result is a balanced and articulate tone that cuts through the mix with clarity and sustain.

Yamaha Quality and Tuning Stability

Rely on the world-renowned consistency and precision of Yamaha manufacturing. Each GS-A50S string set is produced to exacting standards to ensure excellent tuning stability, intonation, and durability. Install a fresh set with confidence, knowing you'll get reliable performance every time you play.

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Technical Specifications

Hardware & Setup

Body & Build

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Number of Strings6

Everything you receive

What's In The Box

Yamaha GS-A50S Super Light Electric Guitar Strings, .009-.042 Gauge
Owner's Manual
Local Warranty Card

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Questions & Answers

6 questions answered by aDawliah experts·avg response 2 hours

The gauges are .009, .011, .016, .024, .032, and .042.

Yes, the super light gauge is easier on the fingers and requires less pressure to fret notes, making them an excellent choice for beginners building finger strength.

Their bright tone and easy playability make them highly versatile for many genres, including rock, pop, blues, funk, and jazz.

The product information does not specify a protective coating; they are standard, high-quality nickel-plated steel strings.

Yes, this string set is designed for standard scale electric guitars and is compatible with most popular models from major brands.

It provides a bright and articulate tone with a balanced frequency response, which is the classic, industry-standard sound for electric guitar.

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