D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings
Light Top/Heavy Bottom (10-52) • EXL140
Rock & Alternative Nickel-Plated Steel Hex Core Made in USA
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| String Gauge | Light Top/Heavy Bottom Plain Steel .010, .013, .017, Nickel Wound .030, .042, .052 |
| Material | Nickel-plated steel wound on hex-shaped steel core |
| No. of Strings | 6 |
| Pack Options | Single set (EXL140) |
| Tension | Medium tension |
| Applications | Rock, alternative, drop tunings, rhythm/lead combinations |
| Manufacturing | Made in USA with ISO 9001 certified quality |
String Gauges
E: .010 B: .013 G: .017 D: .030 A: .042 E: .052
🎸 Balanced Playability
Light top strings for easy bending with heavy bottom 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 for riffing.
🎛️ 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.
THE CHOICE OF ROCK PLAYERS - PERFECT BALANCE FOR LEAD PLAYING AND POWERFUL RIFFING
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