Dean Markley

Dean Markley USA has been at the forefront of the music world for over 40 years. Originally founded in 1972 by music store owner Dean Markley, the company has made its mark selling a wide variety of musical equipment, most notably, guitar strings. From the early days of selling home grown string designs, Dean Markley USA has become a worldwide leader and the name musicians, both professional and amateur, trust.

Dean Markley USA’s most well-known brand of strings are almost certainly the Blue Steels. What sets these strings apart from the competition is the fact that they are cryogenically frozen. While this might sound like a gimmick, the process actually helps tighten the string’s molecules, giving them a true tone and a longer life. With Blue Steel strings made in a wide variety of gauges for acoustic, electric and bass guitars, you’ll definitely find the right ones for you.

Helix strings are another well-known brand from Dean Markley USA. They feature a Hyper-Elliptical compressed winding process that delivers fuller tone and increased life span. The Helix also comes in a variety of gauges for acoustic, electric and bass guitars. Some, such as the Nikki Sixx Helix HD SS Bass Guitar Strings, feature custom specifications from legendary artists. When you string your bass with these Helix strings, you’re playing the exact same strings Nikki uses when he takes the stage with Motley Crue and Sixx A.M. With ferocious bite, these bass strings are definitely what Dr. Feelgood ordered.

Not only a string innovator, Dean Markley USA is also known for its acoustic pickups such as the ProMag Plus XM Acoustic Guitar Pickup. These single coil pickups attach easily to your acoustic guitar’s sound hole, helping project it throughout any room. Perfectly voiced and balanced, these pickups will keep your strings singing without any unwanted noise or hum.

Dean Markley USA in an industry leader. Through innovative techniques and the inquisitive nature required to push things forward, they have become the trusted brand of musicians from all walks of life and musical genres.