The Gold Tone MDS mandolin strings offer serious musicians a balanced tone and high responsiveness. You'll experience rich, full-bodied sound and clarity from the nickel-plated steel. The loop end design provides universal compatibility with any mandolin. Handcrafted in the USA, these corrosion-resistant strings maintain tone and playability for an extended period. The .011, .016, .026w and .040w gauges produce warm yet bright tones suited for any style.