If you find yourself changing strings more often than you'd like, the Elixir 12027 Nanoweb Custom Light strings are worth a serious look. These are nickel-plated steel electric guitar strings in a Custom Light .009–.046 gauge — a popular choice for players who want a little less tension than a standard light set while still keeping a full, balanced sound on the wound strings.
What sets Elixir apart is their NANOWEB coating, a micro-thin (5-micron) layer that wraps the entire string — not just the outer surface, but also the gaps between the windings where corrosion and gunk typically build up first. The coating helps fend off sweat, humidity, and debris that would otherwise deaden your tone over time. Compared to Elixir's POLYWEB coating, NANOWEB sits closer to the feel of a traditional uncoated string, making it a natural choice if you want extended string life without giving up that familiar playing feel. The plain steel strings also feature Anti-Rust plating, so the whole set — wound and plain — benefits from the protection.
Product Features:
- Gauge: Custom Light (.009–.011–.016–.026–.036–.046)
- Nickel-plated steel wrap wire construction
- Ultra-thin 5-micron NANOWEB coating on wound strings
- Coating protects outer surface and gaps between windings from corrosion and debris
- Anti-Rust plating on plain steel strings for full-set tone life
- Smooth feel closer to traditional uncoated strings than POLYWEB
Brand: Elixir
Model: 12027 Nanoweb Custom Light Electric Guitar Strings
SKU: 12027
Condition: New
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