If I get these strings and play Jazz â" do I have to buy a hat?

You do not absolutely have to buy a hat, but if you don't you will probably will never be able to play a flat 13th chord or enjoy non-filtered cigarettes.

'Scuse the dumb question, but are these for acoustic or electric?

Pretty sure, in the purest sense, they're meant for electric jazz guitars, such as that Gibson ES-Something-or-Other archtop guitar. I've never owned anything like that, but use them (10s or 11s) successfully on several different acoustic guitars. They are quiet compared to round wound strings, or even the flat wound elixirs, but you don't screech all around the neck at all. Hope that helps.

would these work for an acoustical guitar?

It's all about the tone you want. These strings sound "different" from typical acoustic strings, not as bright and not as loud, so I put them on my acoustic guitar to give them a whirl and I instantly thought I should take them off. However, after playing them for a few days I started to "work with them" and I have become a fan of these strings. They are silky smooth and are a joy to play. My fingers feel happy after playing and I have found new sounds that only these strings can produce on my acoustic. These strings have made me play cleaner and more volume-balanced (no notes "stick out" from the others) in a song unless I want them to. I have two acoustic guitars and one of them will always have these strings on! I have become partial to the unique sound these strings deliver.

would the 10-48 strings sit in my 10-46 guitar?

Yes You might want to file the 48 notch if it seems small. I always use graphite to help with friction.

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XL Chromes Flatwound Electric Guitar Strings ECG23, 10-48

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Brand
D'Addario
Colour
multicoloured
Instrument
Electric
String gauge
Light
String material type
Stainless

✨Polished Stainless Steel Flatwound

🎸10-48 Light Gauge Precision

⚙️Hex-Core for Perfect Intonation

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Description

🎶 Elevate your tone, feel the smooth — don’t just play, perform with XL Chromes!

BUILT TO LAST - Hex-Core technology ensures consistent tension and durability, so your strings stay reliable gig after gig.
WARM MELLOW TONE - Craft your signature sound with rich, subdued highs perfect for jazz, blues, and beyond.
PROUDLY MADE IN THE USA - Crafted with precision in New York, supporting quality and American manufacturing excellence.
ULTRA SMOOTH PLAYABILITY - Experience buttery glide with polished flatwound strings that eliminate finger noise and fatigue.
VERSATILE GENRE COMPATIBILITY - From metal to folk, these strings adapt seamlessly to any style or skill level.

D'Addario XL Chromes Flatwound Electric Guitar Strings ECG23 (10-48) deliver a warm, mellow tone with polished stainless steel flatwound construction and Hex-Core technology for perfect intonation and durability. Ideal for jazz and versatile across genres, these light gauge strings reduce finger noise and offer ultra-smooth playability. Made in the USA with exacting standards, they are a top choice for professional and aspiring guitarists alike.

Specifications

ASIN	B0006OHVK2
Best Sellers Rank	952 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 313 in Guitars & Gear
Body Material Type	Metal
Brand Name	D'Addario
Coating Description	Uncoated
Colour	multicoloured
Connector Type	Straight end (1/4")
Country of Origin	USA
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,659)
Finish Type	Polished
Global Trade Identification Number	00019954920036
Included Components	1 x ECG23 string set
Instrument	Electric Guitar
Item Weight	0.1 Ounces
Manufacturer	D'Addario Ltd
Manufacturer Part Number	ECG23
Material Type	Chrome
Model Name	Chromes
Model Number	ECG23
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Recommended Uses For Product	Electric Guitar
Set Name	XL Chromes
Sound Profile	Warm, Mellow, Subdued Highs
String Gauge	Light
String Material Type	Stainless Steel
UPC	019954920036
Unit Count	1 Count

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