The Aurora Blog
Strings, tone,
and craft.
Tips, gear talk, and behind-the-scenes from our factory in Bridgeport, CT.
Gear Guide
How to Choose the Right Electric Guitar String Gauge
Light, regular, or medium? The gauge you choose affects playability, tone, and tuning stability. Here's how to match gauge to your playing style.
December 9, 2025
Gear Guide
What a Color Coating Does — and What It Doesn't
Where the color actually sits on the string, which specs it changes, and which ones it leaves alone.
November 21, 2025
Gear Guide
Flat Wound vs. Round Wound Bass Strings
The difference goes beyond feel. We break down when each winding type shines and when it doesn't.
November 4, 2025
Behind the Scenes
How Aurora Strings Are Made: A Factory Tour
Inside our Bridgeport factory — the machines, the people, and the process that makes every set.
October 17, 2025
Tips & Tricks
5 Ways to Extend the Life of Your Strings
A few minutes of maintenance after every session can double the life of your strings. Here's the routine we recommend.
September 29, 2025
Product
Making the Most of Per-String Color Customization
Our custom configurator lets you choose a different color for every string. Here's how players are using it creatively.
September 11, 2025