Question 1

Can you use a higher gauge lets say .009 for E and .012 for B?  or are these only for E?

Accepted Answer

I'm luthier.  I design and build custom acoustic guitars.  I also repair acoustic and electric guitars and restore historical guitars.  Yes, you can use a higher guitar string gauge, to a certain point. You don't want to use huge strings on a guitar not designed for huge strings. With respect to asking if you could use a .009 for E and .012 for B, it depends. An electric guitar uses smaller strings. So, yes to an electric, no for an acoustic. .009 and .012 are too light for acoustic high E and B. General rule of thumb is to use the strings in the capacity for which they've been designed.

Question 2

For an acoustic guitar, what size would be good for a high e string?

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I am assuming that you are referring to a steel string acoustic. Even then it depends upon the sound you want and the action you prefer. For the average steel string acoustic with "light gage strings, I would most likely choose a string of .010 in. If that seems to heavy, or the action  seems to heavy, you could use a string of .009 in., or if you want a heavier tone (and action) you could try a .011 in string. I know that this did not help you much, but I could suggest that you check the sizes of that high E string on the packages of several reputable string companies, and see what they use. You might get a better idea from that. Best wishes in your effort.

Question 3

I ordered 9, 10, and 11 gauge (electric). I received 9, 0, and 1 gauge. What do those numbers mean?

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9=.09
0=.10
1=.11

Question 4

How do you what strings you need on a squier?

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The same set of strings you use on any other electric guitar. You can use extra light, light, medium or the heavy set (1-6 strings) of strings depends on how hard you want to play. If you’re a beginner you may want to start on extra light (.009) high E set of strings.

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Brand	M MAKA
Brand Name	M MAKA
Coating Description	Uncoated
Color	Bronze
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Finish Type	Bronze Plated
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Included Components	20 individual guitar strings
Instrument	Acoustic Guitar
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Number of Items	20
Recommended Uses For Product	Suitable for all typical acoustic guitar playing scenarios
Set Name	20-Pack
Sound Profile	Good Sustain and Tone
String Gauge	Custom Light
String Material Type	Alloy Steel
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20-Pack Economy Single Acoustic Guitar Strings Bulk .011 High E (Custom Light) 11 Gauge, Individual Packed

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