Ernie Ball 2236 MEDIUM 12C 11-52
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A 11-52 gauge designed for a 12-string electric guitar
The Ernie Ball 2236 MEDIUM 12C strings are aimed at guitarists who want to enjoy the depth and typical "shimmer" of a 12-string electric guitar without sacrificing overall balance. The 11-52 gauge provides a medium tension ideal for maintaining definition in chords, supporting arpeggios, and preserving a strong presence in rhythm as well as more melodic parts.
Ernie Ball Quality: a benchmark among guitarists
Ernie Ball has made a mark in the guitar world by offering strings individually early on and helping to establish standards that have become essential. This commitment is reflected here in a design focused on consistency, stability, and reliability, so that your 12-string remains expressive, in tune, and enjoyable to play over time.
Technical specifications
| Category | electric |
| Classification | Medium |
| Draw | 11/11-15/15-24/10-30/14-42/22-52/28 |
| 1st cord pull | 11 |
| Nbr of strings | 12 |
| Material | nickel-plated steel |
| Type | Slinky Electric 12-string medium |
| Number of strings | 6 |
| Tension | medium |
| Gauge | 11-11 / 15-15 / 24w-10 / 30-14 / 42-22w / 52-28 |
| Metal type | the bass strings are made from nickel-plated steel wound around a specially tempered hexagonal steel core plated with tin, producing a beautiful balanced sound. The treble strings are made from specially tempered and tinned steel. |
Questions frequently asked
Are these strings suitable for a 12-string electric guitar?
This set is designed for a 12-string electric guitar and includes 12 nickel-plated steel strings.
What is the gauge of the Ernie Ball 2236 Medium 12C?
The full gauge set is 11/11-15/15-24/10-30/14-42/22-52/28. The first string measures .011 and the main bass string reaches .052.
Is the 11-52 gauge medium for a 12-string electric guitar?
The indicated classification is medium. This 11-52 tension is designed to maintain definition in chords and support arpeggios. It also maintains presence in rhythm and melodic parts.
What metal is used for the bass strings?
The bass strings use a nickel-plated steel winding around a hardened hex core steel wire plated with tin.
What sound can be expected from these 12-string strings?
The nickel steel and 12-string configuration aim for a balanced tone with the characteristic shimmer of a 12-string electric guitar.
