Gold Tone FGS12EX 12-String Mandolin Guitar F-Style Strings
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Gold Tone
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An Extra Light Set for a Responsive and Easy-to-Play Mandolin Guitar
The Gold Tone FGS12EX set is aimed at musicians seeking 12-string strings that are soft, pleasant under the fingers, and quick to vibrate. The extra light gauge helps reduce the feeling of tension, making light bends, chord transitions, and rhythmic playing easier, while promoting a lively response from the instrument.
Thanks to their bronze winding, these strings highlight a clear and bright sound spectrum, ideal for capturing the characteristic "mandolin" tone of a mandolin guitar, with precise attack and good clarity of double strings. A relevant choice for folk, bluegrass, or any situation where a present and articulated sound is desired.
Technical specifications
| Format | standard | Nbr of strings | 12 |
| Type of cord attachment | Without | Color | Transparent |
| Category | mandolines | ||
| Type | strings for 12-string mandolin guitar, type F | Brand | Gold Tone |
| Gauge | 042w/.018,.032w/.014,.024w/.010,.018/.018,.012/.012,.008/.008 | Compatible with | F-12 Mandolin Guitar |
| Material | bronze winding | ||
Questions frequently asked
Are these strings suitable for a 12-string mandolin guitar?
The Gold Tone FGS12EX set is designed for a mandolin guitar and includes 12 strings. Its design targets the characteristic mandolin tone of this type of instrument.
What gauge do the Gold Tone FGS12EX strings have?
This model features an extra light gauge, intended to reduce finger tension. It facilitates chord transitions and light bends.
What sound does the bronze winding produce?
The bronze winding promotes a clear sound with pronounced brightness. The attack remains precise and the double strings gain clarity.
Are the FGS12EX suitable for folk and bluegrass?
These strings are recommended for folk and bluegrass, thanks to their lively response and articulate sound.
Does the Gold Tone FGS12EX set have a ball end?
The technical sheet indicates a "none" type of attachment. The announced format is standard and the reference corresponds to model FGS12EX 12ST.MANDO GUIT.F-STYL STRINGS. The winding material specified is bronze.



