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MANDOLIn strings
sam bush

Sam continues to push the mandolin into new and exciting dimensions and has always preferred Gibson Strings because of their superior tone and long-lasting performance. The Sam Bush Signature Mandolin string set is wound with Monel over a hex core of premium quality Swedish steel, for a pure, natural acoustic tone thanks to Gibson's Tone TemperedTM winding process. Each set also comes with a free extra 1st and 2nd string and are backed by Gibson's 100% guarantee of consumer satisfaction.

StyleModel No.GaugeE-1st(2)A-2nd
(2)
D-3rd(2)G-4th(2)
Sam Bush
Signature
SMG-SBS Signature Gauge .011 .014 .025w .041w

MANDOLIn strings
bill monroe

Bill Monroe used only the best strings for his mandolin. Now you can too. His personal set features a premium phosphor bronze wrap for true tone and maximum response. For the discriminating player who wants the legendary Bill Monroe feel and sound.

StyleModel No.GaugeE-1st(2)A-2nd
(2)
D-3rd(2)G-4th(2)
Bill Monroe
Signature
SMG-BMS Signature Gauge .011 .015 .026w .041w

MANDOLIn strings
bronze wound

Our 80/20 Bronze Wound Strings project a bright, full-bodied sound with good depth and a slow decay rate, providing an extended "ring" of harmonics.

StyleModel No.GaugeE-1st
(2)
A-2nd
(2)
D-3rd(2)G-4th(2)
80/20 Bronze
Wound Mandolin
Strings
SMG-167ML Medium Light .011 .014 .025w .041w

banjo strings
earl scruggs

When you say "Earl Scruggs," you mean banjo playing at its best. It also means the best banjo strings Gibson has to offer! Earl Scruggs' Signature strings have a crisp sound to them, with excellent note definition. And the availability of light and medium gauges gives your playing style extra flexibility.

StyleModel No.GaugeD-1stB-2ndG-3rdD/C-4thG-5th
Earl Scruggs
Signature
SBG-ESL Signature Gauge .0095 .010 .013 .020w .0095
SBG-ESM Signature Gauge .010 .012 .014 .022w .010

banjo strings

Monel and Stainless Steel
Gibson Banjo strings are made to give you the best sound and playability from your instrument. We use only the finest materials so that their long lasting tone will always shine through. Whether it's Dixieland, Bluegrass or any other style, make sure you're pickin' on Gibson Banjo strings.

StyleModel No.GaugeD-1stB-2ndG-
3rd
D/C-4thG-5th
Steel Wound 3rd,
Monel Wound 4th
Banjo Strings
SBG-571M Medium .012 .014 .020w .025w .011
Monel Wound 4th
Banjo Strings
SBG-573M Medium .012 .014 .016 .025w .011