Thomastik-Infeld KR116 Classic S Rope Core Guitar Strings (16-39)

The Thomastik-Infeld KR116 Classic S Rope Core strings are precision-crafted for fingerstyle, folk, and steel-string guitarists seeking vintage character with ultra-refined playability. This set features a highly flexible rope-core with silver-plated copper flat-wound bass strings (E, A, D) and nylon tape-wound trebles (G, B, E), delivering exceptional sustain, smooth feel and a unique tonal balance. Designed to evoke pre-war steel-string guitars while offering modern stability, the KR116 set is ideal for performers looking for refined response in acoustic and hybrid instruments.

Key Features

• Gauge: .016 / .024 / .025 / .023 / .031 / .039
• Rope-core construction for enhanced flexibility and comfort
• Bass strings: silver-plated copper flat-wound (E, A, D)
• Treble strings: nylon tape-wound (G, B, E)
• Exceptional sustain with warm fundamentals and smooth overtones
• Optimal for fingerstyle, folk, vintage steel-string guitars and performers seeking a mellow yet defined voice