Let me say this straight up - the Elixir 0.80 Optiweb is not just a string. It’s a weapon. I’ve played a lot of strings in my life, but nothing comes close to what Elixir delivers. The moment I slapped this monster on, I knew I'd make the walls crumble in pieces. That 0.80 gauge finally unlocked what I’ve been chasing for years: Drop E - stable, punchy, and brutally tight. No flab, no buzz, just solid, earth-shaking tone that melts your face. The Optiweb coating is easily my favorite. It gives that perfect balance between the natural feel of an uncoated string and the legendary longevity Elixir is known for. It’s smooth without feeling slippery, responsive without feeling sticky, and it stays fresh long after other strings would have died and rusted away. Tone-wise, this string hits like a sledgehammer with thick, powerful lows and a crisp top-end that cuts right through the mix. Every riff growls, every palm mute punches, and every harmonic screams with surgical clarity. For me, this string did more than change my sound - it fulfilled a dream. I can finally tune to Drop E and feel confident that my tone won’t fall apart. The Elixir 0.80 Optiweb doesn’t just hold tuning - it commands it. If you’re chasing heavy tones that stay tight, bright, and alive - this is the one. Forget compromises, Elixir is the best in the game - and the .080 Optiweb proves it.
