Description
D’Addario PL020 Plain Steel Guitar Single String is a dependable .020 gauge spare for players who demand a precise feel and quick, no fuss replacement. Whether you gig regularly, teach, or keep a home studio, this single string lets you refresh a tired or broken plain string without buying a full set. It suits electric and acoustic guitars and is a popular choice for custom sets where a heavier plain string is preferred, including use as a plain G in certain setups or for altered tunings. If you value bright, clear tone and reliable tuning from a trusted maker, the PL020 fits the brief.
Built from high carbon steel that is tin plated for added resistance to tarnish, the PL020 offers a lively attack with a smooth feel under the fingers. The wire is precision drawn for consistent diameter along its length, which supports stable tuning and accurate intonation right across the fretboard. A secure ball end anchors cleanly in most bridges and tailpieces, so installation is quick and confident. Compared with basic student level strings, this single benefits from tighter manufacturing tolerances and a cleaner finish, helping it ring clearly for longer and respond more evenly to picking dynamics, bends and vibrato.
Ideal for UK tuition and school use, the PL020 is the kind of essential spare every tutor, technician and rehearsal room should keep on hand. It helps keep lessons on track when a string snaps, and offers students an affordable way to experiment with gauges as they develop their touch and tone. Great value and widely compatible, it drops into common electric and acoustic models without fuss, making maintenance simple between practices and performances. Keep a couple in your gig bag or classroom cupboard so guitars stay performance ready, minimising downtime and ensuring consistent sound lesson after lesson.
