Guitar strings should be changed regularly, especially if you play the guitar often. Even though a guitar string has not broken, the string sound deteriorates with regular playing. New guitar strings hold their tune better and the guitar tone is fuller and louder. Guitar strings should be matched so it's best to buy them in guitar string sets. A matched set of guitar strings will ensure that the different string gauges resonate well together. If one guitar string breaks, it's a good indicator that the rest of the strings will need replacing soon.
Guitar string sets include acoustic guitar strings, electric guitar strings and bass guitar strings. These are available as 6 string sets and 4 string sets in a wide variety of string gauges including light gauge string sets, medium gauge string sets and heavy gauge string sets. When choosing guitar string sets, ensure that you select the correct string type and string gauge. Check the guitar string type for your guitar.