Detail 01
GHS Lock Twist
A stated feature intended to help the strings stay in tune.
Product detailSKU #1273888005887
GHSSonny Osborne Signature Banjo Strings Medium Light
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A Sonny Osborne signature banjo-string set with medium-light gauges, loop ends, and a 42-inch winding length.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players seeking strings made to Sonny Osborne’s specifications
- Long-neck banjos requiring extra-long 42-inch winding
- Banjo tailpieces compatible with loop-end strings
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Instruments that do not use loop-end banjo strings
- Players looking for a gauge set other than 11-12-13-22-11
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Roundwound stainless-steel 4th string
Only the 4th string is specified as roundwound stainless steel; the other strings are plain steel.
Detail 03
Special-shaped loops
The loop ends are designed to fit a variety of tailpieces.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your banjo accepts loop-end strings.
- 02Confirm the 11-12-13-22-11 gauge set suits your needs.
- 03The strings have 42-inch winding and are intended to fit most long-neck banjos.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What gauges are included?
11-12-13-22-11.
02What type of string ends do these use?
Loop ends with a special shape for a variety of tailpieces.
03How long is the winding?
42 inches.
04Who are these strings made to the specifications of?
Sonny Osborne.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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- Tier
- new
- Korena Special
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- Source Id
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