D'Addario LE008 Single Guitar String

Single Replacement String for Guitar, Banjo, and Mandolin

This .008" gauge plain steel string features a loop end that anchors directly onto instruments with loop-style tailpieces — most commonly banjos and mandolins. D'Addario plain steel strings are acclaimed worldwide for their superb, long-lasting tone, manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled machinery. The electroplated steel wire provides uniform plating thickness and a smoother feel compared to conventional tinned plain steel. Sold as a single replacement, it eliminates the need to purchase a full set when only one string is needed.

Technical Specifications

• Gauge: .008" / 0.20 mm
• Material: Plain Steel (Carbon Steel)
• Finish: Uncoated
• Winding: Plain (Unwound)
• Anchor: Loop End
• Compatible With: Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Banjo, Mandolin
• Made in: U.S.A.

Who It's For

The LE008 is the right choice for players who need a single .008" replacement string without committing to a full set. It's particularly suited for banjo and mandolin players whose instruments use loop-end tailpieces, as well as guitarists building custom gauge combinations. The plain steel construction delivers the bright, articulate tone favored in traditional acoustic and bluegrass playing styles. With D'Addario's quality-controlled U.S.A. manufacturing, this single string offers reliable performance whether used on stage, in the studio, or at home.