D'Addario NYS019 Single Guitar String

D'Addario NYS019 Single Plain Steel String — Replacement for Electric Guitar

The D'Addario NYS019 is a single .019" plain steel string designed for electric guitar, sold individually as a replacement or for building custom gauge sets. It uses D'Addario's proprietary high-carbon NY Steel core wire paired with a reformulated nickel-plated wrap, a combination the brand calls the "fusion twist" process. This construction delivers up to 131% greater tuning stability than traditional plain steel strings, so the string holds pitch through heavy bends and aggressive playing. The reformulated nickel plating also gives the string stronger magnetic properties, producing higher output and a more present mid-range when plugged in. Made in D'Addario's New York facility, this single string is a straightforward upgrade over a stock replacement.

Technical Specifications

• Number of Strings: 1
• Gauge: .019" / 0.48 mm
• Material: Nickel-Plated Steel — reformulated for stronger magnetic response
• Finish: Coated
• Winding Type: Round Wound
• Compatible With: Electric Guitar
• Country of Manufacture: USA

Who It's For

This .019" replacement is the right choice for electric guitar players who need a reliable plain steel string — whether to swap out a worn high-E from a standard 10-46 set or to build a custom hybrid gauge. It suits players who push their strings hard with bending, tremolo use, or alternate tunings and want a plain steel that holds pitch without constant retuning. The brighter, more present tone also appeals to rock, blues, and metal players looking for extra cut from their high strings. As a single replacement rather than a full set, it's a practical, low-cost fix for any guitarist who breaks a string mid-gig or wants to experiment with non-standard gauges.