01 REPLACEMENT
Replacing A Broken String
Match the gauge, material, construction, and end style of the string you are replacing whenever possible.
Single Strings
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WHY S.I.T. STRINGS
Built To Stay In Tune
S.I.T. stands for Stay In Tune. Since 1980, we've manufactured strings in Akron, Ohio, with a focus on tuning stability, consistent performance, and quality players can depend on.
SINCE 1980
Stringmaking Since 1980
More than four decades of string-making experience.
MADE IN THE USA
Made In Akron, Ohio
S.I.T. Strings are proudly manufactured in Akron, Ohio.
STRING GUIDE
Single Strings: What You Need To Know
Single strings are useful for replacing a broken string, building custom gauge sets, adjusting tension for alternate tunings, and fitting specialized instruments. Choosing the right gauge, material, construction, length, and end style helps make sure the string works correctly with your instrument and setup.
02 CUSTOM SETS
Building Your Own String Set
Individual strings let you combine gauges for custom tension, alternate tunings, extended-range instruments, and specialized setups.
03 FIT & CONSTRUCTION
Choosing The Right String Type
Plain steel, wound, loop-end, tapered, exposed-core, nylon, and other constructions are designed for different instruments and applications.
04 BASS & SPECIALTY
Check Length, End Style & Fit
Bass and specialty strings may require specific scale lengths, winding lengths, tapers, exposed cores, or end styles. Make sure the string is built to fit your instrument before ordering.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Single String FAQs
Quick answers to common questions about replacement strings, custom gauges, string construction, fit, and specialty singles.
How do I know which single string I need?
Match the gauge, material, construction, length, and end style of the string you are replacing. If the string came from a packaged set, use the set specifications to identify the correct replacement.
Can I build a custom set using individual strings?
Yes. Individual strings let you combine different gauges to adjust feel and tension for alternate tunings, extended-range instruments, or personal preference. Significant changes in gauge or tuning may also require adjustments to your instrument setup.
What is the difference between plain steel and wound single strings?
Plain steel strings use a single steel wire, while wound strings have wrap wire around a core. Which type you need depends on the instrument, string position, gauge, and the set or setup you are matching.
How do I choose the correct bass single string length?
Bass strings are available in different lengths and constructions. Match the scale-length or winding-length requirements of your bass and the type of string already installed whenever possible.
What are loop-end single strings used for?
Loop-end strings are designed for instruments that attach the string with a loop rather than a ball end. They are commonly used on certain pedal steel, mandolin, banjo, and other specialty instrument setups.
Can I replace only one broken string instead of changing the whole set?
Yes. If the rest of the set still has plenty of life, replacing one string is perfectly reasonable. Matching the original gauge and material will help keep the feel and response consistent. If the existing set is heavily worn, a new replacement string may sound noticeably brighter than the others.
FIND YOUR STRINGS
Ready To Find The Right String?
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