Stringjoy Signatures Balanced Super Light Plus Gauge (9.5-46) Nickel Wound
The Stringjoy Signatures Balanced Super Light Plus Gauge (9.5–46) Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings sit right in that sweet spot between slinky and solid. If 9s feel a bit too loose and 10s a bit too stiff, this is exactly where things start to feel just right.
Stringjoy have built these around their balanced tension philosophy, and that’s the real story here. Each string is carefully gauged so the whole set feels even under your fingers — no floppy low strings, no overly tight highs. It’s a subtle difference on paper, but a big one when you’re actually playing.
The 9.5–46 gauge gives you that extra bit of substance compared to super lights. You still get easy bends and a fast, responsive feel up top, but the slightly heavier bottom end adds more body, tighter lows, and better tuning stability. It’s a great middle ground for players who want flexibility without sacrificing fullness.
Tonally, these have that classic nickel-wound warmth, but with a bit of extra clarity and definition. Chords sound balanced, single notes pop nicely, and everything feels controlled — especially when you’re moving between rhythm and lead playing.
They’re also built to a high standard — precision wound, carefully inspected, and made in the USA — so they hold their tone well and feel consistent from set to set.
At Musicmaker, this is the kind of set we’d recommend to players who’ve outgrown standard gauges and are starting to notice the finer details — feel, balance, response. It’s a small shift that makes a big difference.
Features
- Stringjoy Signatures balanced electric guitar strings
- Super Light Plus gauge: .0095 – .046
- Balanced tension design for even feel across all strings
- Nickel-wound construction for warm, articulate tone
- Easy bending with improved low-end stability
- Clear, defined response for both rhythm and lead playing
- Consistent feel across the fretboard
- Made in the USA with premium materials
- Ideal for players between 9s and 10s seeking more balance
- Stock: In Stock
- Model: SJ-BAL95
