Few guitarists embody the Pure American Sound more than Derek Trucks. From his soaring slide work to the subtleties of his fretting, his tone is unmistakably his own—yet clearly steeped in all who came before him. A big part of that tone has always been DR Strings Pure Blues electric guitar strings. Find out why Derek makes them an essential part of his rig and how they help him get into that zone where everything but the music just disappears.
The moment you put them on, you will notice a distinctive warm, balanced sound that produces rich overtones and a pure vintage vibe. Chords ring out sweet and round. Leads become more present with punchiness and sustain. And your fingers are rewarded with smooth playability and highly responsive touch sensitivity.