Are these strings suitable for an electric mandolin, or will I have to use nickel strings?

If it is a solid body mandolin with electro-magnetic pickups, I think you would get better results with nickel wound strings. However, these work well with transducer pick-ups on acoustic instruments. Peter Mallinson (Almuse pickups) should have definitive advice...

I have recently bought a Vangoa electro accoustic mandolin. I would like to change the strings to a better quality can someone recommend a set ?

guess it will depend on your playing style and what kind of strings your mandolin takes ball end or loop. but as a rule you can't go wrong with D'Addario strings im a blue grass player and i like a heaver string 40 to 10 but as said its a matter of choice and you might want to try differ thicknesses of strings over time to find what suits you and your mandolin. sorry cant be of more help. Paul

Description says loop end. Picture shows ball end. Which is it??

I no longer use these strings but I just had a look at an unopened set that I happen to still have. It clearly states on the upper left of the front of the packet, medium loop end. I have no idea whether it's possible to get them with a ball end.

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D'Addario Phosphor Bronze Mandolin Strings EJ74, 11-40

D'Addario Phosphor Bronze Mandolin Strings EJ74, 11-40

Product ID: 50716010

Details

Brand
D'Addario
Colour
Nickel
Instrument
Mandolin
String gauge
Medium
String material type
Phosphor

🎸Medium Gauge 11-40 for balanced tension

🛡️Phosphor Bronze for durability & warm tone

🇺🇸Made in USA with precision craftsmanship

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Description

🎶 Elevate your mandolin game with the strings that legends swear by!

PROUDLY CRAFTED IN THE USA - Manufactured in D’Addario’s cutting-edge New York facility, guaranteeing premium quality and consistency.
PERFECT TENSION PERFECT PLAY - Medium gauge 11-40 strings deliver the ideal balance of tight playing tension and strong projection for every performance.
UNIVERSAL FIT INSTANT UPGRADE - Loop end construction fits all mandolins seamlessly—upgrade your sound without hassle or delay.
BUILT TO LAST BUILT TO PERFORM - Phosphor bronze wound over high carbon steel ensures long-lasting durability without sacrificing tonal clarity.
LEGENDARY TONE PROVEN BY ICONS - Trusted by bluegrass legends for a warm, bright, and natural acoustic sound that commands the stage.

D'Addario EJ74 Mandolin Strings are a medium gauge (11-40) phosphor bronze set designed for balanced, warm, and bright acoustic tone. Trusted by bluegrass icons and crafted in the USA, these durable strings feature loop end construction for universal fit and deliver reliable performance with strong projection, making them the top choice for mandolin players seeking professional-grade sound.

Specifications

ASIN	B00N9CX0BM
Best Sellers Rank	623 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 1 in Mandolin Strings
Body Material Type	Phosphor Bronze
Brand	D'Addario
Brand Name	D'Addario
Coating Description	Coated
Coating description	Coated
Colour	Nickel
Country of Origin	USA
Customer Reviews	4.7 out of 5 stars 4,515 Reviews
Finish Type	Uncoated
Global Trade Identification Number	00019954910662
Included Components	Mandolin Strings
Instrument	Mandolin
Item Highlight	D'Addario mandolin strings deliver warm phosphor bronze tone, accurate intonation, bright projection and lasting performance.
Item Type Name	D'Addario EJ74 11-40 Medium Phosphor Bronze Mandolin String
Item Weight	0.01 Ounces
Manufacturer	D'Addario
Manufacturer Part Number	EJ74
Material Type	Phosphor Bronze
Model Name	EJ74
Model Number	EJ74
Number of Items	5
Number of Packs	1
Product Warranty	Eu.
Recommended Uses For Product	Playing stringed instruments such as mandolin
Set Name	1-Pack
Sound Profile	Balanced, warm and bright
String Gauge	Medium
String Material Type	Phosphor Bronze
String gauge	Medium
String material type	Phosphor Bronze
UPC	019954910662
Unit Count	1 unité

Reviews

A**S

Perfect Strings

Excellent quality strings. Cant beat Daddario

1.10.2025

A**D

Mandolin strings

They are good strings, nice sound and long lasting

1.09.2024

S**N

Very easy to change. Sound bright

Easy to change. Sound great. The only eson i gave 4 stars & not 5 is because i haven't tested them properly yet.

13.05.2026

P**H

D'Addario are the best strings on the market in their price bracket

String choice is of course down to personal taste, so any review on strings is bound to be subjective. My four star review is not based therefore on the weight of the strings as that would be useless. What I will faoucs on is the quality of the strings and for the price range D'Addario simply produce the best. Phosphor bronze produces a warmer sound than their brighter nickel counterparts. If this is what your looking for this light set is for you. PROS: -Well produced, quality strings -Good life span CONS: -None

19.06.2015

D**Y

Excellent Strings

Easy to tune with a great sound, long lasting too.

26.02.2024

K**S

overall the best strings

I play a top end Mandolin and i've always used these top end product.

23.08.2024

M**T

Good strings

Good value strings, easy to fit and sound bright. Definitely an improvement on the tired old ones. There are clearly more expensive strings on the market, but I am only a beginner and probably couldn't tell the difference. These seem good enough to me.

24.03.2019

R**N

Despatched very quickly. Good supplier

Nice strings if rather long, (but with good tone) which is better than being short!

31.07.2023

A**S

The best strings for the all-around player!

These are the best strings for a full sound on any string instrument. They have use their strings for the last 30 years. They keep up with the times, and are innovative with new products. A string for every type of player.

14.03.2023

C**N

Cuerdas con muy buen sonido.

Las cuerdas sacan muy buen sonido. Es la primera vez que las uso y me han sorprendido por el volumen y el brillo que producen. Todo un acierto para la mandolina.

9.12.2025

C**N

fiabilité

les d'addario j74 c'est un grand classique de la mandoline bluegrass; je viens d'essayer sur ma mando des cordes elixir medium et j'ai craqué au bout de 10 jours ,je viens de remettre des d'addario et c'est vraiment ce qui me convient.La tension est ok ,le son bon ,les cordes tiennent l'accord.

26.12.2015

L**S

Excelente!!!

Qualidade muito boa..

1.05.2026

A**R

Great product

Very Happy with my purchase!

1.10.2025

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