---
product_id: 64966040
title: "Elixir® Strings Electric Guitar Strings with OPTIWEB® Coating, Super Light (.009-.042)"
brand: "elixir"
price: "€ 30.46"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Elixir"
url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/64966040-elixir-strings-electric-guitar-strings-with-optiweb-coating-super-light
store_origin: GR
region: Greece
---

# Super light .009-.042 gauge for effortless play OPTIWEB® coating for corrosion & debris defense Made in USA with premium nickel-plated steel Elixir® Strings Electric Guitar Strings with OPTIWEB® Coating, Super Light (.009-.042)

**Brand:** elixir
**Price:** € 30.46
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your tone, outlast the rest — play like you mean it!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Elixir® Strings Electric Guitar Strings with OPTIWEB® Coating, Super Light (.009-.042) by elixir
- **How much does it cost?** € 30.46 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/64966040-elixir-strings-electric-guitar-strings-with-optiweb-coating-super-light)

## Best For

- elixir enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted elixir brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Feel the Natural Vibe:** Ultra-thin coating preserves the crisp, uncoated string feel without stickiness
- • **Bright & Balanced Tone:** Delivers bright highs and rich lows that stay consistent over months
- • **Play Longer, Sound Stronger:** OPTIWEB® coating extends tone life beyond any coated or uncoated strings
- • **Super Light Gauge, Super Fast:** .009-.042 gauge set for lightning-fast bends and effortless fretting
- • **Trusted by Pros, Loved by You:** Top-rated with 4.7 stars and a loyal following of guitarists who refuse to go back

## Overview

Elixir® Electric Guitar Strings with OPTIWEB® coating combine premium nickel-plated steel and innovative ultra-thin coating technology to deliver a natural feel, extended corrosion resistance, and a bright, balanced tone. Designed for super light gauge (.009-.042), these USA-made strings offer exceptional durability and consistent performance, making them the go-to choice for discerning guitarists who demand longevity and superior sound.

## Description

Buy Elixir® Strings Electric Guitar Strings with OPTIWEB® Coating, Super Light (.009-.042). Free delivery and returns on eligible orders.

Review: Absolutely worth the extra money - I tend to go through strings fairly quickly - less so from breakage but more because they wear out and get corroded/rusty. Playing for a couple of hours most days I'd usually go through a set of strings in around 2-3 weeks before they feel bad enough for me to change them. Decided to give coated strings a go and my first set lasted 2 months before one broke - even at the 2 month mark they still felt fine and I saw no need to change them. Grabbed another set and they are still on my guitar 9 months later. No breakage, hardly any buildup on the strings, no rust/corrosion - they don't sound dead, still have great tuning stability on my Telecaster. The coating doesn't feel sticky at all to me like some suggest, however it is obviously a different texture to regular uncoated strings which takes a little bit of getting used to. However after the initial adjustment period they feel absolutely excellent to play. Some people say they sound less bright overall than uncoated strings however I don't really have that issue - to me they sound about the same as uncoated strings after you've used them for 5 or 6 hours, however they sound like that forever - its worth the tradeoff to me. I suspect the brightness may be more of an issue with heavier gauges however the 9-42 set sound great. Overall these are excellent strings and are definitely worth the extra money - I won't be going back to buying uncoated strings any time soon as these also work out much cheaper for me.
Review: Delicious - These are really nice strings. I’ve put them on a Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH and the first thing I noticed was how great they feel. Especially when compared to whatever cheap, nasty cheese wires were on the guitar when I got it. Really smooth and nice to play. Sound wise, when playing clean they’re nice and bright without being too jangly, if you know what I mean. The low notes have a nice round tone and the highs are really tasty. With distortion, they sounded even better and had to go and change my pants shortly after. I don’t think they’re as bendable as EB Super Slinky’s, however don’t let that be a put off, it’s probably not by very much, you just need to use a little more strength when bending, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing. I am currently having issues with tuning stability, but hoping that’s just down to the new guitar settling in and possibly needing some adjustment. Time will tell, but very impressed so far.

## Features

- Electric guitar strings constructed with nickel-plated steel wrap wire
- Played for the same crisp tone as an uncoated string
- Optiweb Coating provides a natural feel
- Our coating technology protects against common corrosion and debris buildup, extending tone life longer than any other brand’s coated or uncoated strings (Elixir strings player survey)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01NBNR2F2 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 531 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 46 in Guitar Strings |
| Body Material Type | Nickel plated steel |
| Brand Name | Elixir |
| Coating Description | Coated |
| Colour | Blue |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,348) |
| Finish Type | Uncoated |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00733132190027 |
| Hand Orientation | ambidextrous |
| Included Components | 1 Pack of Electric Guitar Strings |
| Instrument | Electric Guitar |
| Item Type Name | Strings for electric guitar |
| Item Weight | 1.1 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | W.L. Gore & Associates (Elixir Strings) |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 19077-U |
| Material Type | Nickel plated steel |
| Model Name | 19002 |
| Model Number | 19077 |
| Product Warranty | Legal warranty. |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Guitar |
| Set Name | Super Light (9-42) |
| String Gauge | Light |
| String Material Type | Nickel-Plated Steel |
| UPC | 733132190027 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Elixir
- **Colour:** Blue
- **Instrument:** Electric Guitar
- **String gauge:** Light
- **String material type:** Nickel-Plated Steel

## Images

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![Elixir® Strings Electric Guitar Strings with OPTIWEB® Coating, Super Light (.009-.042) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71sYKfpYMjL.jpg)
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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Color, Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: For the custom light 9-46 set. what are the other 4 gauges? why is this vital info not on the packaging/description?**
A: the other 4 gauges are - 11-16-26-36. Totally agree with you but that's a matter for Elixir.
best regards supermusic57

**Q: Do they come with ball ends?**
A: Yes.!

**Q: Are these strings genuine? There are a lot of fake Chinese ones circulating around at the moment. Iv been stung before.**
A: We (Trevor Davies Music) are a music shop established in 1982. We only buy our strings direct from the official UK distributors. Our strong are 100% genuine.

**Q: Do Optiwebs suffer more finger squeak vs the Nanowebs?**
A: Not at all.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely worth the extra money
*by E***W on 11 July 2022*

I tend to go through strings fairly quickly - less so from breakage but more because they wear out and get corroded/rusty. Playing for a couple of hours most days I'd usually go through a set of strings in around 2-3 weeks before they feel bad enough for me to change them. Decided to give coated strings a go and my first set lasted 2 months before one broke - even at the 2 month mark they still felt fine and I saw no need to change them. Grabbed another set and they are still on my guitar 9 months later. No breakage, hardly any buildup on the strings, no rust/corrosion - they don't sound dead, still have great tuning stability on my Telecaster. The coating doesn't feel sticky at all to me like some suggest, however it is obviously a different texture to regular uncoated strings which takes a little bit of getting used to. However after the initial adjustment period they feel absolutely excellent to play. Some people say they sound less bright overall than uncoated strings however I don't really have that issue - to me they sound about the same as uncoated strings after you've used them for 5 or 6 hours, however they sound like that forever - its worth the tradeoff to me. I suspect the brightness may be more of an issue with heavier gauges however the 9-42 set sound great. Overall these are excellent strings and are definitely worth the extra money - I won't be going back to buying uncoated strings any time soon as these also work out much cheaper for me.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Delicious
*by A***R on 28 February 2025*

These are really nice strings. I’ve put them on a Charvel Pro-Mod DK24 HH and the first thing I noticed was how great they feel. Especially when compared to whatever cheap, nasty cheese wires were on the guitar when I got it. Really smooth and nice to play. Sound wise, when playing clean they’re nice and bright without being too jangly, if you know what I mean. The low notes have a nice round tone and the highs are really tasty. With distortion, they sounded even better and had to go and change my pants shortly after. I don’t think they’re as bendable as EB Super Slinky’s, however don’t let that be a put off, it’s probably not by very much, you just need to use a little more strength when bending, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing. I am currently having issues with tuning stability, but hoping that’s just down to the new guitar settling in and possibly needing some adjustment. Time will tell, but very impressed so far.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good value
*by R***. on 5 November 2025*

Seem good - have only had them for a week or so

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*Last updated: 2026-03-24*