Les Paul was not only a pioneer of the solid-body electric guitar but also a visionary when it came to perfecting its sound. After creating his legendary guitar, he collaborated with Gibson to design strings that would bring out its full tonal potential. The result is the Gibson Les Paul Premium Strings — featuring a hex-shaped steel core wrapped in pure nickel for a warm, smooth tone and exceptional playability. Even the silk-wrapped ends were Les’s idea, reducing unwanted noise for a cleaner, more refined sound.