--- product_id: 4932426 title: "DDT Electric Guitar Strings (DDT-11)" brand: "dr strings" price: "$23.42" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Dr Strings" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/4932426-ddt-electric-guitar-strings-ddt-11 store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Maintains intonation at any tension, no constant retuning Extra heavy 11-54 gauge for deep drop tuning Accurate Core Technology™ locks wrap wire for tuning stability DDT Electric Guitar Strings (DDT-11) **Brand:** dr strings **Price:** $23.42 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Lock in your low-end power with DDT – stability that rocks harder! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** DDT Electric Guitar Strings (DDT-11) by dr strings - **How much does it cost?** $23.42 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/4932426-ddt-electric-guitar-strings-ddt-11) ## Best For - dr strings enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted dr strings brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Precision Core Tech:** Coated hexagonal core wire ensures unmatched tuning stability and clarity. - • **Drop with Confidence:** Engineered for heavy drop tunings with stable, locked-in intonation. - • **Ready Out of the Box:** Strings go right into tune with minimal adjustments needed. - • **Rock-Ready Durability:** Nickel-plated steel wrap resists breakage and maintains tone longer. - • **Versatile for All Styles:** Perfect for rock, thrash, and heavy metal professionals demanding punch and definition. ## Overview DR Strings DDT Electric Guitar Strings (DDT-11) feature patented Accurate Core Technology™ with a coated hexagonal core wire that locks the nickel-plated steel wrap in place, delivering exceptional tuning stability and intonation at heavy 11-54 gauge drop tunings. Designed over two years for rock and metal players, these strings go right into tune, maintain clarity and punch at lower pitches, and offer durable, long-lasting performance favored by professionals who demand precision and reliability. ## Description Product Description The first thing you will notice about these strings is that they go right into tune and lock in. Players say they are “so stable it is almost eerie.” Now you can stand and deliver in tune notes at lower pitch that are clean and clear. Expect more and get more. Change tunings and be surprised how DDT's lock right in. Be surprised how little adjustments you make. DDTs deliver far more than just heavy gauges. Drop with confidence, drop with accuracy. DDTs maintain their intonation at lower tunings far better than any other string we have ever played or heard. Designed over a two year build and test period to answer the needs of the dark side. From the Manufacturer DDT™ Drop Down Tuning Electric Guitar Strings maintain their intonation at lower tunings thanks to Accurate Core Technology™ (ACT™), a coated hexagonal core wire that locks the nickel-plated steel wrap wire in place to increase stability and maintains intonation at any tension. DDTs go right into tune and deliver clean and clear notes. Change tunings and be surprised how DDT's lock right in without constant adjustment. Review: My favorite strings I’ve ever used - I swear by these strings. Been using them for a few years now. They’re consistently great quality, and long-lasting. They feel good, sound good, and almost never break. Review: Great stability!! - I've got to admit that the hype regarding any new kind of string is always disappointing to me when it comes to the end result. These strings, however, lock it down pretty well. Sound: They sound great! Not as cutting as Hi-Beams, which is a shame, but they do sound great. The difference comes from a trade off for stability with the round core in the DDT's for brightness with the hex core in the Hi-Beams. You could do far far worse. However, the place where these strings come through tonally is with how tight and articulate they sound for rhythmic playing. Definition and punch for days on your wound strings and they retain a shocking amount of clarity should you feel the need to drop tune. If you do drop tune, do yourself a favor and try a set of these. Feel: They have a bit of stiffness to them, but in a good way. If you like to tune your guitar down (I play a half step dropped, Eb) but don't like how loose 10's or even 11's feel on some guitars... then this is what you probably want. They feel solid. If you're looking for something with a more lucid feel than what you're used to, these would be a step in the wrong direction. I personally like how they feel quite a bit. Function: They do exactly as they claim. They hold tune extremely well even right out of the packaging. There is a minor (and circumstantial) downside though; if your guitar nut is cut precisely to the gauge of string you play and plan on buying in the equivalent DDT line then these could be a bit of a snug fit. Sure, they'll fit alright, but my G string which, admittedly, already 'pinged' in the first place does so even more with the slightly beefier G string in the DDT set. That's not a fault of the strings, but a side effect I've experienced nonetheless. Verdict: I own roughly a dozen guitars and most of them are tuned to Eb and strung with DR Hi-Beams. Chances are these will take over half of my guitars which see more playing time and aren't going to miss the cutting edge from the Hi-Beams. They're fantastic all around. ## Features - Featuring accurate core technology (act), a coated hexagonal core wire that locks the nickel-plated steel wrap wire in place to increase stability and maintains intonation at any tension - Dots go right into tune and deliver clean and clear notes - Change tunings and be surprised how dot's lock right in without constant adjustment - Dot - drop down tuning electric Guitar strings: drop down heavy 11-54 - 11, 15, 19, 32, 42, 54 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B003JFZ562 | | Best Sellers Rank | #42,702 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #333 in Electric Guitar Strings | | Color Name | Silver | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (440) | | Date First Available | July 16, 2004 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 1.06 ounces | | Item model number | DDT-11 | | Material Type | Nickel-Plated | | Musical Style | Rock, Thrash, Heavy Metal | | Number of Strings | 6 | | Product Dimensions | 4 x 0.2 x 4 inches | | Proficiency Level | All | | Size | 11-54 | | String Gauge | Extra Heavy | | String Material | Nickel Steel | ## Product Details - **Brand:** DR Strings - **Color:** Silver - **Instrument:** Electric Guitar - **String Gauge:** Extra Heavy - **String Material Type:** Nickel Steel ## Images ![DDT Electric Guitar Strings (DDT-11) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71TdqXByYcL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: How do these hold up in low tunings like drop b?** A: I am in b drop a. I have a locking tremolo and I use it alot!!!! These strings are incredible!!!! Exellent sounding highs and in your face lows!!!! I don't use anything else. My rythem guitarist (also with a floyd rose) uses 13 gauge ddts!!! **Q: Is it 4.99 shipping per pack of strings. Or is it 4.99 per total shipment?** A: Hi Todd, it probably depends on which seller you are buying from. I can only speak for us, we sell these strings for 7.99 w/ free shipping. Hope that helps! Thanks, Jason **Q: Can i use these on an acoustic guitar** A: Yes, but I would suggest using Phospher Bronze acoustic strings they would sound much better **Q: Do these have a decent brightness to them?** A: They are not overtly bright, but they do not sound like just BOOM BOOm either. These are my favorite strings for Drop tuning as they just work and sound amazing. Check out my music, Pain Cylinder or Elric Phares and you can hear them. I would endorse these any day of the week.Rock on my MetalHead brother. Peace. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My favorite strings I’ve ever used *by T***D on November 3, 2025* I swear by these strings. Been using them for a few years now. They’re consistently great quality, and long-lasting. They feel good, sound good, and almost never break. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great stability!! *by J***H on July 26, 2011* I've got to admit that the hype regarding any new kind of string is always disappointing to me when it comes to the end result. These strings, however, lock it down pretty well. Sound: They sound great! Not as cutting as Hi-Beams, which is a shame, but they do sound great. The difference comes from a trade off for stability with the round core in the DDT's for brightness with the hex core in the Hi-Beams. You could do far far worse. However, the place where these strings come through tonally is with how tight and articulate they sound for rhythmic playing. Definition and punch for days on your wound strings and they retain a shocking amount of clarity should you feel the need to drop tune. If you do drop tune, do yourself a favor and try a set of these. Feel: They have a bit of stiffness to them, but in a good way. If you like to tune your guitar down (I play a half step dropped, Eb) but don't like how loose 10's or even 11's feel on some guitars... then this is what you probably want. They feel solid. If you're looking for something with a more lucid feel than what you're used to, these would be a step in the wrong direction. I personally like how they feel quite a bit. Function: They do exactly as they claim. They hold tune extremely well even right out of the packaging. There is a minor (and circumstantial) downside though; if your guitar nut is cut precisely to the gauge of string you play and plan on buying in the equivalent DDT line then these could be a bit of a snug fit. Sure, they'll fit alright, but my G string which, admittedly, already 'pinged' in the first place does so even more with the slightly beefier G string in the DDT set. That's not a fault of the strings, but a side effect I've experienced nonetheless. Verdict: I own roughly a dozen guitars and most of them are tuned to Eb and strung with DR Hi-Beams. Chances are these will take over half of my guitars which see more playing time and aren't going to miss the cutting edge from the Hi-Beams. They're fantastic all around. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ best strings ive tried for drop tunings only *by E***. on January 28, 2024* these hold tuning really well. but then again, the guitar i have them on has always held tuning real well anyway, but now its even more so, especially for dropped tunings... that being said, this is the first time i have used these strings. i am not a pro musician, but i understand what i like and so far, i like these strings. added just the right amount of heavy to the low end, but didnt muddy the high end either, like that happens when you use regular string gauges at lower and drop tunings. i wanna say these are a heavy bottom with a regular, or maybe light top end, as far as how they feel and sound. as of right now, these will be my new go-to for any time i need strings for lower and drop tunings from here on out ## Frequently Bought Together - DR Strings DDT Electric Guitar Strings (DDT-11) - DR Strings DDT Electric Guitar Strings (DDT-12) - DR Handmade Strings DR DDT : Drop Down Tuning 7 St Ex Heavy Electric Guitar Strings (DDT7-11) --- ## 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.us/products/4932426-ddt-electric-guitar-strings-ddt-11](https://www.desertcart.us/products/4932426-ddt-electric-guitar-strings-ddt-11) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-06-06*