D'Addario LE018W Single Guitar String

D'Addario LE018W Single Electric Guitar String — .018" Gauge Replacement

This single .018" gauge nickel wound loop-end string is designed for electric guitar and serves as a direct replacement for a broken or worn string. It also works as a building block for players who want to assemble a custom gauge set that doesn't match any standard pack. Wound with nickel-plated steel, it delivers the bright, articulate tone and excellent intonation that D'Addario's electric guitar strings are known for. The loop-end termination makes installation straightforward on any standard electric guitar bridge, and the string is made in the U.S.A. for consistent quality.

Technical Specifications

• Gauge: .018" / 0.46 mm
• Number of Strings: 1 (single string)
• Material: Phosphor Bronze
• Winding Type: Round Wound, nickel-plated steel
• Finish: Coated
• Ending: Loop end
• Compatible With: Electric Guitar

Who It's For

Players who need a single replacement string at .018" gauge without buying a full set will find the LE018W the right choice. It's ideal for musicians who break individual strings frequently and want a quick, affordable fix, as well as those who prefer to mix gauges to create a custom feel and tension on their instrument. The loop-end design suits any standard electric guitar bridge, and the nickel-plated steel winding delivers a bright tone that works well for rock, blues, country, and pop styles. Made in the U.S.A., this string meets the quality standards applied across D'Addario's full electric guitar string lineup.