Elixir NANOWEB vs OPTIWEB: Which Elixir Coating Suits You?
Verdict at a glance: Both are Elixir coated .010-.046 electric sets in our data; the choice is feel: NANOWEB is the smooth, bright original; OPTIWEB is the crisp, natural-grip option Elixir positions for players who want uncoated-like friction. Beginners who hate changing strings win either way.
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| Elixir NANOWEB .010-.046 | Elixir OPTIWEB .010-.046 |
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| Coating / feel (per Elixir) | NANOWEB coating, smooth feel | OPTIWEB coating, natural, grippier feel |
| Tone (per Elixir) | Bright | Crisp |
| Pick it if | You like a slick, fast feel and maximum coating smoothness | You want coated life without giving up uncoated-style grip |
| Price here | Neither carries a verified list price on its card - check Amazon via the cards; we never display Amazon prices |
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Our pickElixir Electric NANOWEB Light .010-.046 (12052)
Our pick if .009s feel too slinky: the standard .010 electric gauge with coated life
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Nickel-plated steelNANOWEB coatingbright tonesmooth feel (per Elixir)
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Our pickElixir Electric OPTIWEB Light .010-.046 (19052)
Players who want uncoated feel and bend control, but coated tone life
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Nickel-plated steelOPTIWEB coatingcrisp tone and naturalgrippier feel (per Elixir)
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Our pickElixir Electric NANOWEB Super Light .009-.042 (12002)
Our pick for electric beginners: easy bends, soft on fingertips, and coated life means fewer changes
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Nickel-plated steelultra-thin NANOWEB coatingbright tonesmooth feel (per Elixir)
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FAQ
Is .010-.046 right for a first set?
It is the standard most electrics ship with; .009-.042 is easier for small hands and bends - see our gauge guide.
Strings guide - Elixir vs Ernie Ball - Coated vs uncoated
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