Ernie Ball Tim Henson Signature Classical Guitar Strings | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls

Ernie Ball Tim Henson Signature Classical Strings are a collaboration with Polyphia's Tim Henson, engineered to bridge the gap between classical and electric guitar playability. Optimized string tension and feel bring these classical strings closer to the response of an electric set, making fast transitions between the two instruments feel natural rather than disorienting. Whether you're a classical player curious about electric technique or an electric guitarist exploring the tonal world of nylon strings, these are classical guitar strings designed with your versatility in mind.

Product Overview

Tim Henson's signature approach to guitar playing demands an instrument that can move between classical fingerstyle and electric-style technique without missing a beat. Ernie Ball worked directly with Tim to dial in tension and playability characteristics drawn from his personal favorite classical strings, then refined them to feel more familiar to an electric guitarist's hands. The result is a set that retains the warmth and expressiveness of traditional classical strings while reducing the adjustment required when switching instruments mid-performance.

The treble strings use fluorocarbon construction, a material prized in the classical world for its bright, clear projection, smooth surface feel, and superior resistance to humidity compared to standard clear nylon. Fluorocarbon trebles produce a snappy, percussive attack that suits the rhythmic, tapped, and hybrid-picked techniques Tim Henson is known for, while still delivering the singing sustain classical players expect.

The bass strings are wound with silver-plated copper over a nylon core, offering a warm, full-bodied low-end response with a smooth winding surface that facilitates fast position shifts and clean articulation. Together, the fluorocarbon trebles and silver-plated copper bass strings create a tonally cohesive set with a character that's warm yet immediate — equally at home in a classical recital or a genre-blurring Polyphia-style performance.

Ideal For

• Electric guitarists exploring classical guitar who want nylon strings that feel closer to their standard electric string tension
• Classical players seeking a modern, responsive string set with snappy attack and smooth playability for contemporary techniques
• Fans of Polyphia and Tim Henson looking to replicate his signature classical guitar tone and feel
• Hybrid players who frequently switch between classical and electric guitars and need to minimize adjustment between instruments
• Fingerstyle guitarists searching for the best classical guitar strings for percussive, tapped, or hybrid picking styles

Key Features

Electric-Optimized String Tension

Ernie Ball calibrated the tension of these strings to feel closer to an electric guitar set than a standard classical string. This reduces the physical and mental adjustment required when transitioning between instruments, allowing players to maintain technique and feel across both.

Fluorocarbon Treble Strings

The treble strings (.030, .036, .042) are made from fluorocarbon, a denser and more dimensionally stable material than traditional nylon. Fluorocarbon produces a brighter, snappier tone with faster attack, a smoother surface feel, and better resistance to humidity-related tuning drift.

Silver-Plated Copper Bass Strings

The wound bass strings (.024, .027, .033) feature silver-plated copper winding over a nylon core, delivering warm, resonant low-end response with a refined, smooth texture under the fingers. The silver plating adds a touch of brightness to the bass register, balancing the warmth of the nylon core.

Designed with Tim Henson of Polyphia

These strings were developed in direct collaboration with Tim Henson, whose cross-genre approach to guitar demands exceptional versatility from every piece of gear. His personal classical string preferences and performance needs shaped every aspect of this set's design.

Warm Yet Snappy Tonal Character

The combination of fluorocarbon trebles and silver-wound bass strings produces a tonally balanced set with warmth in the lower register and crisp, defined articulation in the upper strings — a character well-suited to both expressive melodic playing and rhythmically complex fingerstyle technique.

What's Included

• 1 set Ernie Ball Tim Henson Signature Classical Guitar Strings (.024, .027, .033, .030, .036, .042)
• Ernie Ball manufacturer guarantee

Technical Specifications

Get Your Hands on These Classical Guitar Strings Today

Pick up a set of Ernie Ball Tim Henson Signature Classical Strings at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls, where we stock strings for classical, acoustic, electric, and bass guitar players. Stop by the shop or order online, and our team is happy to help you find the right strings for your playing style and instrument.