Ibanez
RG 7-String
Electric· Extended-range metal
Seven-string RG brings low B to the shred platform. Morbid Angel, Nevermore, and modern progressive metal depend on this voice.
Best strings for Ibanez RG 7-String
Character-matched pairings, ordered by fit
D'Addario
NYXL 8-String
9–80 · $17.99
Purpose-built 8-string gauge — NYXL durability and tuning stability for extended-range metal.
Brightness7
Warmth5
Sustain7
Durability7
Playability6
Value6
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Kalium
Hybrid 7
10–64 · $14.99
Custom-spec low B gauge keeps drop A tight without chord buzz.
Brightness6
Warmth6
Sustain6
Durability5
Playability7
Value5
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Stringjoy
Signatures Balanced
11–50 · $11.99
Custom-spec tension avoids floppy low strings in drop tunings.
Brightness6
Warmth6
Sustain6
Durability6
Playability5
Value5
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