Dean Markley Blue Steel Electric Guitar Strings, .009-.046 Brilliant Stainless Steel, Cryogenically processed electric strings for two to three times the life of regular strings.

By now you probably know that our ingenious Blue Steel strings are cryogenically frozen with a blast of liquid nitrogen. But why would we do such a thing? By freezing our strings down to -320ºF, we tighten the molecules, minimizing microscopic gaps. This process removes transient frequencies that produce harsh highs and muddy lows, creating a more consistent string, with true tone and longer life. A method to our madness!

Made of 8% nickel-plated steel outer wrap on tinned Mandolin wire hex-core, Blue Steel strings have been top-sellers for years and are used by pros worldwide. Once you try Blue Steel strings you’ll be hooked. They feel great, ring true, are durable and long-lasting, and they just plain sound good.

UPC 00756004255402

Dean Markley Blue Steel Electric Guitar Strings, .008-.038 Brilliant Stainless Steel, Cryogenically processed electric strings for two to three times the life of regular strings.

By now you probably know that our ingenious Blue Steel strings are cryogenically frozen with a blast of liquid nitrogen. But why would we do such a thing? By freezing our strings down to -320ºF, we tighten the molecules, minimizing microscopic gaps. This process removes transient frequencies that produce harsh highs and muddy lows, creating a more consistent string, with true tone and longer life. A method to our madness!

Made of 8% nickel-plated steel outer wrap on tinned Mandolin wire hex-core, Blue Steel strings have been top-sellers for years and are used by pros worldwide. Once you try Blue Steel strings you’ll be hooked. They feel great, ring true, are durable and long-lasting, and they just plain sound good.

Dean Markley Blue Steel Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light Gauge Brilliant Stainless Steel, Cryogenically processed electric strings for two to three times the life of regular strings.

No need to consult a genie. Just pick up a pack of Blue Steel strings.

Crafted of 92% Copper and 8% Zinc, Blue Steel acoustic strings are cryogenically frozen with a blast of liquid nitrogen which gives them these special, if not magical qualities. By freezing our strings down to -320ºF, we tighten the molecules, minimizing microscopic gaps. This process removes transient frequencies that produce harsh highs and muddy lows, creating a more consistent string, with true tone and longer life.

UPC 00756004203403

Brilliant Stainless Steel, Cryogenically processed electric strings for two to three times the life of regular strings.

Gauges: .045, .060, .080, .100

Dean Markley Bass Strings – Intelligently constructed with our unique approach to compound winding.

Most of you may not realize the technology and finesse involved in creating our strings. Here at Dean Markley, the way we make bass strings, and for that matter all of our strings, is unique. Every company makes ‘em a bit different, and the “recipes,” while they may look the same, can be quite diverse.

With the exception of strings smaller than .050, all of our bass strings are made using compounded winding. This simply means that we are building the mass of the string using smaller incremental sizes of wire. The winding directions are reversed between layers to “cross-hatch” the covers. This makes the string smoother.

The term “compound wound” does not necessarily mean two covers. When we get to thicker gauges like .095, we use three covers. At .120 we use four covers, while other manufacturers continue to use no more than three covers on large strings. We do this for two reasons. First, we try to use a reasonably small final cover. This makes the string’s surface as smooth as possible. And second, compounding allows us to use a smaller more flexible core wire, which enhances the string’s playability.

As an additional and very important factor, the process tension (the tension that the core is held at during the winding process) is equally important to obtain the final recipe that we desire.

Another factor we consider when creating our bass strings is the “core to cover ratio.” These ratios vary as we hone in on just the right mix that offers the best playability and durability. If a string is designed in such a way that the core percentage is too large, then playability is sacrificed. If the core percentage is too small, the string can break, and obviously that isn’t what a player wants!

There is a rule that comes from the early 1900’s piano string industry that states that a string’s tension should never exceed 66% of the breaking point of the core. Our engineering philosophy maintains a 60% rule when developing new designs, because our strings are plucked, slapped, or worse, and not hammered like a piano. Each material used has a specific weight which influences tension, so we use mathematical modeling to determine just the right mix of core to wrap. Sounds technical, but the important result is a great sounding string that lasts. So thump ‘em, slap ‘em, pick ‘em, caress ‘em. They’ll give you the love right back with tone, resonance, and sustain that just doesn’t quit.

Dean Markley Blue Steel Electric Guitar Strings, .009-.042 Brilliant Stainless Steel, Cryogenically processed electric strings for two to three times the life of regular strings.

By now you probably know that our ingenious Blue Steel strings are cryogenically frozen with a blast of liquid nitrogen. But why would we do such a thing? By freezing our strings down to -320ºF, we tighten the molecules, minimizing microscopic gaps. This process removes transient frequencies that produce harsh highs and muddy lows, creating a more consistent string, with true tone and longer life. A method to our madness!

Made of 8% nickel-plated steel outer wrap on tinned Mandolin wire hex-core, Blue Steel strings have been top-sellers for years and are used by pros worldwide. Once you try Blue Steel strings you’ll be hooked. They feel great, ring true, are durable and long-lasting, and they just plain sound good.

UPC 00756004255204

Dean Markley Blue Steel Acoustic Guitar Strings, Medium Gauge Brilliant Stainless Steel, Cryogenically processed electric strings for two to three times the life of regular strings.

No need to consult a genie. Just pick up a pack of Blue Steel strings.

Crafted of 92% Copper and 8% Zinc, Blue Steel acoustic strings are cryogenically frozen with a blast of liquid nitrogen which gives them these special, if not magical qualities. By freezing our strings down to -320ºF, we tighten the molecules, minimizing microscopic gaps. This process removes transient frequencies that produce harsh highs and muddy lows, creating a more consistent string, with true tone and longer life.

UPC 00756004203809

Dean Markley Blue Steel Acoustic Guitar Strings, Medium-Light Gauge Brilliant Stainless Steel, Cryogenically processed electric strings for two to three times the life of regular strings.

No need to consult a genie. Just pick up a pack of Blue Steel strings.

Crafted of 92% Copper and 8% Zinc, Blue Steel acoustic strings are cryogenically frozen with a blast of liquid nitrogen which gives them these special, if not magical qualities. By freezing our strings down to -320ºF, we tighten the molecules, minimizing microscopic gaps. This process removes transient frequencies that produce harsh highs and muddy lows, creating a more consistent string, with true tone and longer life.

UPC 00756004203601

By now you probably know that our ingenious Blue Steel strings are cryogenically frozen with a blast of liquid nitrogen. But why would we do such a thing? By freezing our strings down to -320ºF, we tighten the molecules, minimizing microscopic gaps. This process removes transient frequencies that produce harsh highs and muddy lows, creating a more consistent string, with true tone and longer life. A method to our madness!

Made of 8% nickel-plated steel outer wrap on tinned Mandolin wire hex-core, Blue Steel strings have been top-sellers for years and are used by pros worldwide. Once you try Blue Steel strings you’ll be hooked. They feel great, ring true, are durable and long-lasting, and they just plain sound good.

UPC 00756004255600

Dean Markley Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light Gauge

Dean Markley VintageBronze Signature Series Acoustic Strings are used and loved by thousands of pros worldwide, and they have been for decades.

VintageBronze gives you clarity, tone, and response like no other string. Add a great feel and long life, and there’s not much more you could ask for.

Made of 85% Copper and 15% Zinc, this true bronze string has been delivering satisfaction to the most demanding acoustic players since its very beginning in 1972.

UPC 00756004200211

Dean Markley Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Medium Gauge

Dean Markley VintageBronze Signature Series Acoustic Strings are used and loved by thousands of pros worldwide, and they have been for decades.

VintageBronze gives you clarity, tone, and response like no other string. Add a great feel and long life, and there’s not much more you could ask for.

Made of 85% Copper and 15% Zinc, this true bronze string has been delivering satisfaction to the most demanding acoustic players since its very beginning in 1972.

UPC 00756004200617

Dean Markley Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Medium-Light Gauge

Dean Markley VintageBronze Signature Series Acoustic Strings are used and loved by thousands of pros worldwide, and they have been for decades.

VintageBronze gives you clarity, tone, and response like no other string. Add a great feel and long life, and there’s not much more you could ask for.

Made of 85% Copper and 15% Zinc, this true bronze string has been delivering satisfaction to the most demanding acoustic players since its very beginning in 1972.

UPC 00756004200419

Dean Markley Nickel Electric Guitar Strings, .009-.046

Sporting a new look, our NickelSteel Electric™ strings are the cornerstone of Dean Markley. They’re used and loved by thousands of pros worldwide, and they have been for decades. Tried and true, with long-lasting tone.

With nickel-plated steel hand-wound slowly over a hex core, the outer string wrap maintains100% contact with the core. The result? A string that vibrates completely for maximum sustain, creating a warm, full sound distinctive of classic rock and roll. The core-to-wrap ratio makes bending easier than other strings, too. There’s a reason we’ve put our signature on ‘em. These strings sound and feel like home!

UPC 00756004250827

Dean Markley Nickel Electric Guitar Strings, .008-.038

Sporting a new look, our NickelSteel Electric™ strings are the cornerstone of Dean Markley. They’re used and loved by thousands of pros worldwide, and they have been for decades. Tried and true, with long-lasting tone.

With nickel-plated steel hand-wound slowly over a hex core, the outer string wrap maintains100% contact with the core. The result? A string that vibrates completely for maximum sustain, creating a warm, full sound distinctive of classic rock and roll. The core-to-wrap ratio makes bending easier than other strings, too. There’s a reason we’ve put our signature on ‘em. These strings sound and feel like home!

Dean Markley Nickel Electric Guitar Strings, .009-.042

Sporting a new look, our NickelSteel Electric™ strings are the cornerstone of Dean Markley. They’re used and loved by thousands of pros worldwide, and they have been for decades. Tried and true, with long-lasting tone.

With nickel-plated steel hand-wound slowly over a hex core, the outer string wrap maintains100% contact with the core. The result? A string that vibrates completely for maximum sustain, creating a warm, full sound distinctive of classic rock and roll. The core-to-wrap ratio makes bending easier than other strings, too. There’s a reason we’ve put our signature on ‘em. These strings sound and feel like home!

UPC 00756004250223

Dean Markley Nickel Electric Guitar Strings, .010-.052

Sporting a new look, our NickelSteel Electric™ strings are the cornerstone of Dean Markley. They’re used and loved by thousands of pros worldwide, and they have been for decades. Tried and true, with long-lasting tone.

With nickel-plated steel hand-wound slowly over a hex core, the outer string wrap maintains100% contact with the core. The result? A string that vibrates completely for maximum sustain, creating a warm, full sound distinctive of classic rock and roll. The core-to-wrap ratio makes bending easier than other strings, too. There’s a reason we’ve put our signature on ‘em. These strings sound and feel like home!

UPC 00756004250421

Dean Markley Nickel Electric Guitar Strings, .010-.046

Sporting a new look, our NickelSteel Electric™ strings are the cornerstone of Dean Markley. They’re used and loved by thousands of pros worldwide, and they have been for decades. Tried and true, with long-lasting tone.

With nickel-plated steel hand-wound slowly over a hex core, the outer string wrap maintains100% contact with the core. The result? A string that vibrates completely for maximum sustain, creating a warm, full sound distinctive of classic rock and roll. The core-to-wrap ratio makes bending easier than other strings, too. There’s a reason we’ve put our signature on ‘em. These strings sound and feel like home!

UPC 00756004250322