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D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - EXL116 Medium Top/Heavy Bottom (11-52)

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D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings

Medium Top/Heavy Bottom (11-52) • EXL116

Rock/Metal Favorite Nickel-Plated Steel Hex Core Made in USA

EXL116 Medium Top/Heavy Bottom strings offer the feel of medium treble strings with the depth of heavy bass—ideal for rock and metal drop tunings. Made with nickel-plated steel and a hex core for strong tone and stable tuning.

Specification Details
String
Gauge		 Medium Top/Heavy Bottom
Plain Steel .011, .014, .018, Nickel Wound .030, .042, .052
Material Nickel-plated steel wound on hex-shaped steel core
No.of Strings 6
Pack Options Single set (EXL116)
Tension Medium-high tension
Applications Rock, metal, drop tunings, players seeking balanced tension
Manufacturing Made in USA with ISO 9001 certified quality
String Gauges
E: .011 B: .014 G: .018 D: .030 A: .042 E: .052

🎸 Perfect Balance

Medium treble strings for easy bending with heavy bass strings for powerful rhythm playing.

🤘 Drop Tuning Ready

Heavier bottom strings maintain tension and clarity when tuning down.

🎛️ Hex Core Tech

Precision hexagonal core design enhances tuning stability and string longevity.

🔊 Powerful Tone

Heavier bass strings deliver enhanced low-end response and sustain.

🎛️ Consistent Performance

Precision manufacturing ensures uniform response across all strings.

🏭 Made in USA

Proudly manufactured in the USA with four generations of string-making expertise.

Why Rock and Metal Players Choose EXL116: Perfect balance of playability and power. Maintains tension in drop tunings. Reliable performance for aggressive playing. Trusted by professionals worldwide.

THE CHOICE OF ROCK AND METAL PLAYERS - OPTIMIZED FOR DROP TUNINGS AND POWERFUL RIFFS

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