Optima Gold-Plated 9-42 Brian May Signature Electric Guitar Strings

Optima makes strings with real 24 karat gold!  The German company has been manufacturing guitar strings for over 75-years, developing and producing their strings completely in their factory in Germany.  They use absolutely the best possible materials, literally.

Gold is one of the densest of all metals, it’s malleable but also virtually indestructible.  It’s a great conductor of heat and electricity, and gold is chemically inert making it impervious to tarnishing or corrosion where other metals could be… see where we’re going with this?

Yes, Gold strings offer potential for the best guitar tone you can imagine and unparalleled durability.  In these sets the plain/non-wound strings are made from nickel-plated steel which are then coated in 24k gold.  The wound strings use a tinned-steel hex core with a gold-plated braided wrap wire.

What do they sound like in the real world?  Amazing!  They have a natural resonant brilliance unlike anything I’ve heard and full, rich, and warm tone.

PS. These are perfect for players who suffer with a nickel allergy.

Re: Delivery. All orders placed on weekdays before 3:45pm will be despatched that same day.  All of our delivery options can be found at checkout or on our delivery page.

Re: Returns. We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return. To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

To start a return, please contact us at info@stringsdirect.co.uk.

For further information visit our Returns & refunds page.