RotoSound Strings: Making Music History Since 1958

Few brands in the world of music can claim a legacy as rich and enduring as Rotosound Strings. Since 1958, Rotosound has been at the heart of some of the most iconic recordings in music history — from the birth of British Rock 'n' Roll right through to the modern era. Whether you're searching for the best electric guitar strings, premium bass guitar strings, or quality acoustic guitar strings, Rotosound's heritage speaks for itself.

A British String-Making Icon

Founded in the UK in 1958, Rotosound quickly established itself as the go-to choice for professional musicians demanding superior tone, playability, and durability. Among their earliest clients were the Shadows, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra — a remarkable testament to the brand's versatility across genres.

Rotosound also supplied strings for the Vox Organ Company and the Burns Guitar Company, cementing their place at the very centre of the British music industry during its most explosive period of growth.

The Strings Behind the Legends

Over the decades, Rotosound's reputation for delivering knock-out tone, long string life, and consistent quality has attracted an extraordinary roster of artists. Their roundwound bass strings — pioneered with the legendary RS66 Swing Bass set — revolutionised the sound of the electric bass and remain one of the best-selling bass strings in the world.

Rock royalty who have trusted Rotosound strings include:

Jimi Hendrix, Pink Floyd, The Who, Slade, Sex Pistols, The Damned, The Stranglers, The Jam, Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, Culture Club, Tears for Fears, Queen, Guns N' Roses, Van Halen, Nirvana, Oasis, Suede, Pulp, Supergrass, The Lightning Seeds, The Cure, Megadeth, Franz Ferdinand, The Cribs, Kasabian, The Zutons, The Ordinary Boys, Kaiser Chiefs, Florence & The Machine — and many more.

The list of Rotosound endorsees continues to grow to this day, spanning punk, metal, grunge, indie, Britpop, and beyond.

Shop Rotosound Strings at Music Bits

At Music Bits, we stock a wide range of Rotosound guitar strings and bass strings to suit every playing style and budget. Whether you're a gigging musician who needs reliable, bright-sounding electric guitar strings, a fingerstyle player looking for warm acoustic guitar strings, or a bassist after that classic punchy Rotosound tone, we've got you covered.

• Electric Guitar Strings — bright, articulate tone for rock, blues, metal, and more
• Acoustic Guitar Strings — warm, resonant sound for acoustic and electro-acoustic guitars
• Bass Guitar Strings — the legendary Rotosound roundwound tone trusted by bass legends worldwide
• Classical Guitar Strings — precision-crafted strings for nylon string and classical guitars

From the British Invasion to Britpop and beyond, Rotosound strings have been the choice of musicians who refuse to compromise on tone. Explore our full range online or visit us in store at 17 High Street, Alford, Lincolnshire — our team are always happy to help you find the right strings for your instrument and playing style.