As a gigging musician, I like my guitar strings fresh, but maintaining that new string sound means buying a lot of them! Here are the internet's best string deals to keep the cost down

Being the world's largest string manufacturer, D'Addario knows a thing or two about how to make 'em. The EXL series is a no-frills, nickel-plated approach to suit any guitarist. If your preferred gauge is a 10-46, this 12-pack comes in at an excellent value with a massive 50% saving at Guitar Center.

Ernie Ball boasts an impressive roster of musicians, with the likes of Paul Gilbert, Steve Vai, and Joe Bonamassa playing its strings. The Regular Slinky range's nickel-plated design is a straightforward approach to suit everyone, and you can currently save over 20% on packs of three across various gauges at Guitar Center.

The benefit of coated strings is their ability to maintain that fresh sound for longer. They feel a little different under the fingers, but it's worth a try for every guitarist. Elixir is a brand at the forefront of this game, and their Nanoweb-coated strings are currently available at 25% off in both 9 and 10 gauges at Sweetwater.

Phosphor Bronze is the most popular type of acoustic string in D'Addario's catalogue, and will suit the majority of guitarists. This 12-pack of 12-53 gauge is currently at a massive 56% off at Guitar Center, providing a great value workhorse string.

More coated strings, this time of the acoustic variety. The benefits are the same with Elixir's Nanoweb coating said to increase longevity. Again, the coated feel is different under the fingers, meaning that it won't be for everyone, but it's worth a try. Particularly with a 25% saving on this 12-53 gauge set at Guitar Center.