James Hetfield has been one of the hardest playing rhythm guitarists on the planet for over four decades. When Ernie Ball built his signature string, they did not just slap his name on a standard set. They used Paradigm technology, which means a thicker core wire, titanium treated wrap wire, and brass RPS (Reinforced Plain String) reinforcement at the ball end of every plain string. The result is a set that holds tune under serious playing, resists breakage, and feels like a real heavy string without going full baritone on your setup.

The 11 50 gauge is Hetfield's choice for a reason. Enough tension to dig in hard on rhythm without losing articulation on leads. If you play with a heavy right hand or tune down at all, this is the gauge that makes sense.

Specs

• Gauge: 11 50
• SKU: P02201
• Paradigm core wire with thicker construction for added strength
• Nickel plated steel wrap wire
• Brass RPS reinforcement on plain strings for tuning stability and break resistance
• James Hetfield signature set

Available at The Pied Piper of New Albany and The Pied Piper of Charleston WV. Buy online or choose in store pickup. We serve players across New Albany, Columbus, Westerville, Dublin, Gahanna, Powell, Pickerington, Reynoldsburg, Pataskala, Johnstown, and the greater central Ohio area.