Thomastik JOHN PEARSE FOLK SERIES LIGHT RE4 CLASSICAL GUITAR STRINGS .030
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Smooth touch and detailed response for fingerstyle playing
The Thomastik John Pearse Folk Series Light RE4 30 set is aimed at guitarists seeking a nylon string suitable for folk guitar, offering a softer feel and enhanced control for right-hand dynamics. The low tension facilitates chord shapes, arpeggios, and light pulls while reducing fatigue during long fingerstyle sessions.
Its design combines the comfort of nylon with an architecture optimized for projection and definition: the treble strings E, B, G are nylon with a flat winding on a steel core for an exceptionally smooth feel, while the bass strings D, A, E use a round winding in silver-plated bronze on a nylon core, providing presence and clarity in the lower spectrum. All strings feature ball ends, ideal for quick and reliable installation on compatible bridges.
Technical specifications
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end |
| Category | Folk single string |
| Draw | 30 |
| Nbr of strings | 1 |
| Spun | round |
| Material | steel & nylon |
| Special feature | ball |
| Color | Grey |
| Type | nylon string for fingerstyle |
| Tension | low, classical guitar type, 38.7kp |
| Strings E + B + G | nylon, flat wound on steel core, ball end |
| Strings D + A + E | round wound, silver-plated bronze on nylon core, ball end |
| Ends | all strings with ball ends |
Questions frequently asked
Does this string suit fingerstyle on folk guitar?
This nylon string is designed for fingerstyle and offers a low tension of 38.7 kp. Its soft feel enhances right-hand dynamics control and arpeggios.
What is the gauge of the Thomastik John Pearse Folk Series Light RE4 30?
The indicated gauge is 30. This is a single string sold individually.
Are the ends ball-end?
All strings in this series are equipped with ball-end terminations. This setup is intended for bridges compatible with this type of attachment.
What materials make up this nylon folk string?
The construction combines steel and nylon. The high strings E, B, and G have a flatwound steel core, while the low strings D, A, and E use a round wound bronze plated with silver on a nylon core.
Does the low tension facilitate chords and pull-offs?
With its low tension similar to classical guitars, this string makes chord shapes and light pull-offs easier. Fatigue can thus be reduced during long fingerstyle sessions.
