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Gamma Synthetic Gut with WearGuard

Name: Gamma Synthetic Gut with WearGuard
Brand: Gamma

Super Resilient Dynalon solid center core with WearGuard wear-resistant outer wrap, irradiated for elasticity

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Price per set$4–6USD, typical retail

Gauges15L, 16, 17Gold, Blue, White, Black

StiffnessmediumSynthetic gut

Junior minimum age6+beginner, intermediate

Performance ratings

Power

Spin

Control

Comfort

Durability

Tension hold

Overview

Gamma Synthetic Gut with WearGuard is one of the most common budget strings and a Tennis Warehouse best seller. A solid Dynalon core helps it hold tension, and the WearGuard wrap resists notching and reduces friction. Gamma pitches it as an all-around string that balances playability and durability. Buyers report good comfort with average power and control; it lasts well at moderate use but breaks quickly under heavy topspin.

Best for

Beginning and intermediate juniors
Budget-conscious families
Players who restring often
Cross string in a poly hybrid

Not ideal for

Heavy topspin string breakers
Advanced players wanting spin
Players wanting a plush multifilament feel

Pros

Very low price per set
Solid core holds tension reasonably well
WearGuard wrap resists notching
Several colors
Good hybrid cross string

Cons

Breaks quickly with heavy topspin
Limited spin
Firmer than a multifilament

Stringer notes

Easy to string. Sets come in 16; 15L and 17 are sold on reels.

Break-in period

Minimal. Plays well from the first hit.

When to replace

Every 10-15 hours or when it starts to feel loose.

Hybrid setup ideas

Poly mains with Gamma Synthetic Gut crosses
Gamma Moto mains + Synthetic Gut crosses

Used by

Widely used at recreational and junior levels

Specifications

Type: Synthetic gut
Construction: Super Resilient Dynalon solid center core with WearGuard wear-resistant outer wrap, irradiated for elasticity
Gauges: 15L, 16, 17
Colors: Gold, Blue, White, Black
Set price: $4–$6
Reel price: $82–$83
Brand: Gamma (USA)

Prices outside the US

The prices on this page are US retail in USD. We have not checked UK or Australian prices for this string yet, so we do not list them. Check a local retailer: gauges and colours can differ by country.