--- product_id: 13321684 title: "Heavy Core Electric Guitar Strings 11-50" brand: "jim dunlop" price: "£7.54" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Jim Dunlop" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/13321684-heavy-core-electric-guitar-strings-11-50 store_origin: GB region: Great Britain --- # Quick attack for instant note clarity Heavy 11-50 gauge for deep dropped tunings Defined low end with tight, punchy tone Heavy Core Electric Guitar Strings 11-50 **Brand:** jim dunlop **Price:** £7.54 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Unleash your low-end beast with strings that mean business. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Heavy Core Electric Guitar Strings 11-50 by jim dunlop - **How much does it cost?** £7.54 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/13321684-heavy-core-electric-guitar-strings-11-50) ## Best For - jim dunlop enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted jim dunlop brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Precision Attack:** Experience lightning-fast note response that cuts through any mix, clean or distorted. - • **Crafted in California:** Proudly made in Benicia with proprietary core wire technology for unmatched performance. - • **Drop-Tuned Powerhouse:** Engineered for dropped and lowered tunings to keep your riffs tight and heavy. - • **Pro-Level Versatility:** Perfect for metal, rock, blues, and beyond — your all-in-one string solution. - • **Sonic Clarity Meets Durability:** Nickel steel build ensures long-lasting tone with smooth highs and focused mids. ## Overview Jim Dunlop Heavy Core Electric Guitar Strings (11-50 gauge) are premium nickel steel strings designed specifically for dropped and lowered tunings. Featuring a unique core wire and wrap ratio, they deliver quick attack, a tight low end, and balanced midrange and highs. Ideal for rock, metal, and blues players seeking durability and clarity, these strings are proudly crafted in Benicia, California. ## Description Dunlop Heavy Core electric guitar strings are made with great pride in Benicia, California and specially designed for the player that plays in dropped or lowered tunings. Our Heavy Core strings incorporate a unique core wire and proprietary wrap ratios to offer players the ability to really "dig in" while retaining a tight low end, focused midrange and smooth top-end when playing clean or distorted. Gauges: .011, .014, .018, .028, .038, .050. Review: Great Strings...Excellent for Rock/Metal. - This is my review of both the the 10-48 and the 11-50 sets. I originally started with the 10-48 and was very satisfied with them. They installed as easily as any other strings I've used and really didn't take any longer or less time to settle in as far as stretching/staying in tune. The overall sound is clear and defined..nice and punchy as well. I've only used them so far on a Warmoth custom build..(Swamp ash body Pau Ferro neck with Bare Knuckle Juggernauts and a Wilkinson Trem bridge). They stay in tune and sounded great up until I pulled them off after about 6-7 months. I had a recent jam with a friend and I tuned this guitar down to D standard and also some drop C. In a live setting I did notice the 10-48 low string just didn't have quite the tension I like at D standard/drop C. I previously had primarily left this guitar in either E or E flat...10-48 worked fantastic and had good tension at those tunings. The clean sounds were excellent..almost piano like tone and had very good definition and grind under heavy gain. Mid gain sounds were great as well. No goofy overtones..just a good solid fundamental tone. I just did not find them tight enough at the D standard tuning. So I swapped them for the 11-50 set and could not be happier. Same great sound and now they have noticeably better tension. Up to the last year or so I've mostly used GHS Boomers or Blue Steels. I wanted to try some of the new strings out there..I've recently tried The Dunlops..the DR Dimebag 10-52 set and Ernie Ball LTHB. Compared to those I like the Dunlop Heavy Cores better. The DR Dimebags are very comparable and sound great..but they are a bit darker and did not retain their great sound as long as the Heavy Cores did. I just didn't like the Ernie's...very tinny to start and seemed a bit too bright. I also have some DR DDT's, but I have not tried them yet. I primarily play metal but spend time in everything from Rock/Blues..to Jazz as well. While I wouldn't slap these on a 335 or Arch top, anything Metal, Rock, or Blues I'd highly recommend them. Review: Put them in your cart now - Excellent I use these for an open a# tuning. Works great. They are like a mix of my 2 favorite brands (ernie ball and DR) the sound strings are like earnie balls and the rest like DR. very slinky and smooth. Perfect strings ## Features - Designed for dropped and lowered tunings - Quick attack - Defined low end ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B003E0Y08Q | | Best Sellers Rank | #8,556 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #106 in Electric Guitar Strings | | Body Material | Nickel Steel | | Color Name | Red | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (407) | | Date First Available | March 25, 2010 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 0.113 ounces | | Item model number | DHCN1150 | | Musical Style | rock | | Number of Strings | 6 | | Product Dimensions | 4.5 x 0.1 x 4.5 inches | | Size | Heavier (11-50) | | String Gauge | Heavy | | String Material | Nickel Steel | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Jim Dunlop - **Color:** Red - **Instrument:** Electric Guitar - **String Gauge:** Heavy - **String Material Type:** Nickel Steel ## Images ![Heavy Core Electric Guitar Strings 11-50 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71woreikcQL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Would this be good for dropped octave tuning? Can the strings handle it?** A: Yes, I tune down to B on a six string and have played as low as A. These strings are made for down tuning as they remain detailed and crisp due to the strength of the fundamental, I don't like to use these unless I'm down tuning because of how detailed they are **Q: How is standard tuning or e flat with these strings?** A: heavy gauge with lowered tuneing sound sweet. but u want ypur guitar intonnated to a tuneing u plan kn playing the most or it will suck **Q: Can these be use on acustic** A: I guess it's possible, but why would you want to put these on an acoustic? Also it may not be possible to down-tune with that setup; I think acoustics have heavier strings in general so these would just be a little fat instead of extra heavy.Great strings for the price, however. **Q: Are these good to us on a Les Paul?** A: Ya they would be good on any guitar, but you'll have to match the string size on it or do a new setup. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Strings...Excellent for Rock/Metal. *by K***N on July 11, 2016* This is my review of both the the 10-48 and the 11-50 sets. I originally started with the 10-48 and was very satisfied with them. They installed as easily as any other strings I've used and really didn't take any longer or less time to settle in as far as stretching/staying in tune. The overall sound is clear and defined..nice and punchy as well. I've only used them so far on a Warmoth custom build..(Swamp ash body Pau Ferro neck with Bare Knuckle Juggernauts and a Wilkinson Trem bridge). They stay in tune and sounded great up until I pulled them off after about 6-7 months. I had a recent jam with a friend and I tuned this guitar down to D standard and also some drop C. In a live setting I did notice the 10-48 low string just didn't have quite the tension I like at D standard/drop C. I previously had primarily left this guitar in either E or E flat...10-48 worked fantastic and had good tension at those tunings. The clean sounds were excellent..almost piano like tone and had very good definition and grind under heavy gain. Mid gain sounds were great as well. No goofy overtones..just a good solid fundamental tone. I just did not find them tight enough at the D standard tuning. So I swapped them for the 11-50 set and could not be happier. Same great sound and now they have noticeably better tension. Up to the last year or so I've mostly used GHS Boomers or Blue Steels. I wanted to try some of the new strings out there..I've recently tried The Dunlops..the DR Dimebag 10-52 set and Ernie Ball LTHB. Compared to those I like the Dunlop Heavy Cores better. The DR Dimebags are very comparable and sound great..but they are a bit darker and did not retain their great sound as long as the Heavy Cores did. I just didn't like the Ernie's...very tinny to start and seemed a bit too bright. I also have some DR DDT's, but I have not tried them yet. I primarily play metal but spend time in everything from Rock/Blues..to Jazz as well. While I wouldn't slap these on a 335 or Arch top, anything Metal, Rock, or Blues I'd highly recommend them. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Put them in your cart now *by U***7 on November 1, 2025* Excellent I use these for an open a# tuning. Works great. They are like a mix of my 2 favorite brands (ernie ball and DR) the sound strings are like earnie balls and the rest like DR. very slinky and smooth. Perfect strings ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best strings I've ever used. *by D***. on October 8, 2024* I used to be a bie hard Ernie Ball fan, until I tried Dunlop strings. These strings sound amazing for rock, punk, metal, country, blues, or pop rock. They're incredibly smooth, balanced sounding, hold tune very well, and last a long time. ## Frequently Bought Together - Dunlop DHCN1150 Heavy Core Nickel Wound Guitar Strings, Heavier, .011–.050, 6 Strings/Set - Dunlop DHCN1048 Heavy Core Guitar Strings, Heavy, .010–.048, 6 Strings/Set - JIM DUNLOP Heavy Core Korn Guitar Strings 10/65-7/Set (KRHCN1065) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/13321684-heavy-core-electric-guitar-strings-11-50](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/13321684-heavy-core-electric-guitar-strings-11-50) --- *Product available on Desertcart Great Britain* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-02*