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D'Addario Electric Guitar Strings, XL Nickel, EXL110, Regular Light Gauge 10-46, 6-String Set, Pack of 1

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Condition
New
Style
Regular Light, 10-46
Size
1-Pack
Model
EXL110
Weight
10 g
Color
Bronze
Material
Other
In the box
6 Strings (10-46 Regular Light)

Features 5

  • PERFECT INTONATION: Our best-selling electric guitar strings, these XL Nickel strings deliver perfect intonation, consistent feel and reliable durability.
  • VERSATILE, BRIGHT TONE Nickel-plated steel wrap wire provides a bright, versatile electric guitar tone, great for a variety of musical genres.
  • FOR THE ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE Like all DAddario electric guitar strings, XL Nickel are made with our proprietary Hex-Core, ensuring perfect intonation, consistent feel, and reliable durability.
  • EARN REWARD POINTS - XL Nickel sets have a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.

Description

XL Nickel Wound electric guitar strings are the standard against which all other strings are measured. Our best-belling electric set, XL Nickel has been revered by players everywhere since 1974. Made with a high carbon steel core and nickel-plated steel wrap wire, XL Nickel strings have a bright, versatile tone, ideal for a wide variety of musical styles. EARN REWARD POINTS with the code on the recyclable, resealable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.

Specs 23

Brand D'Addario
String Gauge Light
Color Bronze
Instrument Electric Guitar
String Material Type Nickel
Brand Name D'Addario
Global Trade Identification Number 71
UPC 019954141271

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Reliable, Long-Lasting Guitar Strings That Hit Every Note
Style: Regular Light, 10-46 Size: 10-Pack
I bought these guitar strings for my husband, and they’ve exceeded our expectations. He plays regularly, and these strings offer a perfect balance of tone, feel, and durability. The nickel winding gives a smooth, consistent feel across all frets, and the sound is bright without being harsh, making it. perfect for both rhythm and lead playing. What makes these sets stand out compared to others we’ve tried is their reliability and consistency. Every set in the box felt exactly the same as the last, which is a huge plus if you restring frequently. They also hold tuning well, even with heavy strumming or bending notes, and resist corrosion better than other strings we’ve used. For anyone looking for high-quality, long-lasting strings at a reasonable price, this 10-pack is a smart buy. My husband’s guitar sounds incredible, and he’s thrilled to have plenty of sets on hand. Definitely a purchase we’d make again. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2025 by Michelle Kim
The Best Guitar Strings I've Ever Played On!
Style: Regular Light, 10-46 Size: 3-Pack
I'm thrilled to share my experience with these incredible D'Addario Guitar Strings! As a guitarist, I've had the pleasure of trying various string brands over the years, but none have impressed me as much as these. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, trust me when I say that these strings are a game-changer. The Sound: The tone is rich and full-bodied, with a clarity that's hard to match. From bright and snappy to warm and mellow, these strings seem to bring out the best in your guitar. Whether you're playing jazz, rock, or folk, D'Addario strings will make your music shine. The Feel: The texture is smooth and even, making for a comfortable playing experience. The tension is spot-on, with just the right amount of resistance to keep your fingers moving freely. No more worrying about muting or adjusting; these strings feel like an extension of your own hands. Durability: I've been using these strings on my main gigging guitar for months now, and they still sound like new. That's a testament to D'Addario's legendary quality control! Whether you're playing live shows or recording in the studio, these strings will withstand the demands of constant use. The Value: Considering the level of craftsmanship that goes into each set, I believe these strings are an absolute steal at their price point. You won't find a better value anywhere else! Cons: None! Okay, okay, maybe one: you might find yourself getting too attached to your new favorite strings and forgetting about all those other strings sitting in the case... ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2024 by Art Adams
Best-sounding, longest-lasting, best-playing, affordable strings for electric guitar
Style: Regular Light, 10-46 Size: 10-Pack
First off, reviewing guitar strings objectively is extremely difficult. Any new set of strings will generally sound, feel, and play better than any old set of strings. Moreover, changing strings, tuning them, and breaking them in takes enough time that it is practically impossible to get an exact AB comparison across different brands in real-time. You need two otherwise identical guitars with otherwise identical wood, setup, electronics, fret age, etc, and you need to fit them both with new strings of the exact same gauge and type but different brands, in order to really assess the differences between two brands objectively. Which is close to impossible. That said, I personally own four electric guitars, and the studio I work at has about a dozen more. Over the past 15+ years as a musician, sound engineer, and stage hand, I have almost certainly played or recorded well over a hundred. So while I cannot personally swear to have done a scientific head-to-head double-blind test between every brand of strings, I can say a few things pretty categorically. And I have tried a ton of different makes of string, from Ernie Ball to GHS to La Bella to mail-order to store-brand, etc etc. (For bass, I prefer other brands than D'Addario, but that's a seperate review). Sound-wise and playability-wise, these D'Addario Nickel Wounds are great. They have a high-quality, "as-expected" sound for a new guitar string, straight down the middle of how a roundwound nickel string should sound. Longevity is a more-complicated story, and widely misunderstood. First off, here are the things that compromise metal guitar strings, in approximate order or importance: 1. Metal fatigue. Over time, bending and vibrating a piece of metal causes it to become more brittle and to develop microscopic cracks. Tension, stretching, and deformation exacerbate this condition, which is why even coated strings that are never played become dull and dead-sounding after a couple months of sitting on a guitar, compared to an identical set sitting in its package. This wears out strings faster if you play them, but also even if you just leave them sitting on your guitar. In my experience, D'Addario strings are among the best, if not the best, in terms of mainstream commercial guitar strings when it comes to staying supple, soft, and flexible. 2. Surface oxidization/corrosion. This is where coatings can help. Exposure to air, moisture, skin oils, perspiration, etc has a corroding effect on metal strings. Those black, coppery-smelling stripes that you get on your fretting hand are the product of some kind of chemical breakdown in the alloy your strings are made from, releasing certain minerals from the metal onto your fingers. These effects are often over-stated in the marketing materials of coated-strings: they are real, but they are not usually anywhere close to the first thing that kills a set of strings. The conspicuousness of the symptom (black, dull-looking old strings) is often confused with the effects of metal fatigue, and people sometimes think that if they can keep their strings shiny, they will sound and play like new. Not so. Coatings only help the specific problem of surface corrosion, which can be a real one, but is a minor one for most players who keep their guitars in conditioned spaces and who play with clean hands. After a couple weeks of being installed at tension, even coated strings start to succumb to metal fatigue, and need to be changed even if they have never been played or taken out of the case. 3. Physical deformation is the final and most unavoidable symptom. Unless your frets are made of softer metal than your strings (and we should hope that they are not), then playing your guitar inevitably creates "flat spots" on the strings, where they contact the frets. Probably similar at the bridge and nut. These become physical deformities in the string's resonant characteristics, as well as exacerbating metal fatigue and compromising surface integrity at those points, affecting both of the above. Taking all of the above into consideration, and assuming that you want soft, supple nickel strings that won't chew up your frets, I think these are your best overall choice. My one exception might be if you have serious problems related to surface corrosion, due to bodily PH imbalances or outdoor gigs, etc, in which case you might benefit from coated strings. But for most players, the strings are going to wear out from metal fatigue long before corrosion has a real effect on the sound or playability. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2016 by yep
Bright With A Good Feel
Style: Regular Light, 10-46 Size: 3-Pack
Very happy with these strings. They bend very nicely but with some firmness that requires a little more pressure than the 9's (and I'm okay with that). Bright sound.
Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2026 by Dan C.
Good
Style: Regular Light, 10-46 Size: 3-Pack
Excellent soubd
Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2025 by Dennis
Good quality and inexpensive
Style: Regular Light, 10-46 Size: 3-Pack
Inexpensive good quality strings for my PRS guitar. Fresh strings always sound better.
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2026 by maplewood
Great feel and tone. Get the 3 Pack. Great feel and tone. Get the 3 Pack.
Style: Regular Light, 10-46 Size: 3-Pack
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Every electric guitar I own- except my Les Paul- gets D'Addario Regular Lights. Period. Nothing feels better while picking, or strumming. Whether you push them, or play lightly, they always bring out the best of any guitar's unique tonal characteristics. My Casino sounds the way it should- round, woody, with a great snap, with a rumble and bite thanks to the heavy duty hardware and the Duncan Antiquities. I have them string on Italia Rimini 6 (think of it as a more versatile Ric)- the D'Addario's are the only choice. My Brian Setzer Gretsch Gretsch model too. Again- the only strings I will use, unless it's a Les Paul. And the 1966 Jazzmaster Guitar with Curti Novak pickups only get these strings. For beginners or pros looking for comfort, feel, and great tone, you can't go wrong. Get the 3 pack ;) ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2026 Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2026 by Mr. Watkins
Great Value!
Style: Regular Light, 10-46 Size: 10-Pack
Much less expensive than buying them by the set at Gtr Cntr!
Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2026 by Charlley1952
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