Elixir OPTIWEB Light .010-.046 #19052 Electric Guitar Strings [Domestic Genuine Product] Elixir strings use a special, advanced polymer coating technology to protect the strings from sweat, body oils, and dirt, preventing corrosion. These innovative guitar strings preserve the high-quality sound of new strings for a long time, and are highly praised by numerous professional and amateur musicians worldwide. The Optiweb coating achieves a tone and feel identical to non-coated premium strings thanks to its innovative lightweight coating. Light gauge (.010 .013 .017 .026 .036 .046)