DR Strings 9-42 PHR-9 Pure Blues™ Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings

DR Strings PHR-9 Pure Blues™ Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings – The Soul of Vintage American Tone

Since 1989, DR Strings has been handcrafting premium strings in the USA, and the Pure Blues™ series represents the pinnacle of vintage-inspired electric guitar tone. The PHR-9 set recreates the unmistakable sound and feel of classic American rock and blues, delivering a rich, warm, and balanced tonal character that transports you back to the golden era of music.

Authentic Vintage Construction

At the heart of the Pure Blues™ is a meticulous construction process that prioritizes tone above all else. Each string features a pure nickel wrap wire wound around a round core. This is a slow, expensive method of string making, but it produces a string acclaimed for increased sustain, vintage tone, and great low tones for playing music from rhythm to lead. The round core ensures 100% contact with the wrap wire, creating a dense and distinctly vintage tone with increased sustain. This is the same construction that defined the legendary strings of the '60s and '70s, evoking the era's soulful harmonics and balanced character.

Warm, Punchy, and Expressive Tone

The moment you put on a set of Pure Blues™ strings, you will notice a distinctive warm, balanced sound that produces rich overtones and a pure vintage vibe. Chords ring out sweet and round, while leads become more present with punchiness and sustain. The pure nickel wrap delivers a distinctive warm and balanced sound with rich overtones and a vintage vibe, offering punchy lows and harmonically rich overtones. As Derek Trucks, who has used nothing but DR's round core Pure Blues strings for over 20 years, puts it: "They allow my thoughts to flow…They never get in the way of what I am trying to do".

Superior Playability and Feel

Beyond their exceptional tone, Pure Blues™ strings are renowned for their smooth playability and highly responsive touch sensitivity. The round core delivers exceptionally smooth playability and touch sensitivity. Players consistently praise their feel, noting that fingers glide across them with remarkable ease. They stretch right to pitch and stay there, thanks to the 100% wrap to core contact. As one repair specialist noted, "DR Pure Blues strings are like the vintage Gibson Sonomatic strings... They stretch right to pitch and STAY THERE". They are also notably durable, with one player stating, "They are warm, clear, and freakin tough! They take a lot of abuse and rarely break".

The Perfect Light Gauge for Effortless Playability

The PHR-9 Light gauge set offers the perfect balance of playability and vintage tone. The gauges are .009, .011, .016, .024, .032, and .042. This Extra Light gauge is built for players who like a light touch and a lively feel, offering a smooth, musical response. The .009–.042 set is ideal for expressive bends, fast lead work, and comfortable rhythm playing, making it a versatile choice for guitarists across all genres.

Handcrafted American Quality

Every set of DR Strings is handmade in the USA. This hands-on approach allows DR to closely monitor quality, make micro-adjustments throughout the winding process, and add a human element that can't be duplicated by a machine. This commitment to craftsmanship ensures that every string meets the highest standards of quality and performance.

DR Strings PHR-9 Pure Blues™ – The difference is real.

Specifications at a Glance:

• Model: PHR-9 Pure Blues™

• Gauges: .009, .011, .016, .024, .032, .042 (Light)

• Wrap Wire: Pure Nickel

• Core: Round Core

• Winding: Round Wound

• Tone: Warm, Balanced, Rich Overtones, Vintage Vibe

• Feel: Smooth, Responsive, Easy Bending

• Ideal For: Blues, Classic Rock, Jazz, Country, and All Genres

• Country of Origin: Made in USA