10-74
LIGHT TOP/HEAVY BOTTOM 8-STRING ELECTRIC GUITAR STRINGS
10-74
Light Top/Heavy Bottom 8-String Electric Guitar Strings EXL140-8
XL Nickel Wound electric guitar strings are the standard against which all other strings are measured. Our best-selling 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. This 10-74 Light Top/Heavy Bottom 8-String set combines the high strings from a Regular Light set with additional heavier low strings, delivering powerful lows and smooth bending.
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Product Specs
- Coating: Uncoated
- Number Of Strings: 8
- Set Type: Sets
- Wrap Material: Nickel-Plated Steel
Product Features
- D’Addario’s best-selling electric guitar string, revered by players since 1974.
- Nickel-plated steel wrap wire provides a bright, versatile electric guitar tone, great for a variety of musical genres.
- Like all D’Addario electric guitar strings, XL Nickel are made with our proprietary Hex-Core, ensuring perfect intonation, consistent feel, and reliable durability.
- XL Nickel sets have a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
- XL Nickel electric guitar strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility.
String Tension Chart
| Item # | Note | Diameter | Tension |
|---|---|---|---|
| PL010 | E4 | 0.010 in | 17.5 lbs |
| PL013 | B3 | 0.013 | 16.6 |
| PL017 | G3 | 0.017 | 17.9 |
| NW030 | D3 | 0.030 | 26.7 |
| NW042 | A2 | 0.042 | 27.6 |
| NW054 | E2 | 0.054 | 25.5 |
| NW064 | B1 | 0.064 | 20.0 |
| NW074 | F# | 0.074 | 14.8 |
FAQ
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How can I extend the life of my strings?
There are many factors that can affect the lifespan of your strings. Here are some tips to help extend the life of your strings:
1. Wipe down your strings after each use.
2. Try D'Addario X-Series strings! Our two X Series options each use a distinct method to extend lifespan, while preserving the tone of uncoated strings.
3. Try these maintenance and care products to prolong string life and performance.
DIAL IT IN. CRANK IT OUT.
XL Nickel Wound, D'Addario's most popular guitar strings, are precision wound with nickel plated steel onto a carefully drawn, hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core. The result—strings with long lasting, distinctive, bright tone and excellent intonation—is ideal for the widest variety of guitars and musical styles.
DIAL IT IN. CRANK IT OUT.
XL Nickel Wound, D'Addario's most popular guitar strings, are precision wound with nickel plated steel onto a carefully drawn, hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core. The result—strings with long lasting, distinctive, bright tone and excellent intonation—is ideal for the widest variety of guitars and musical styles.
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ROUND, WOUND, AND RESPONSIVE.
ROUND WOUND STRINGS
Round wound strings have the feel and tone that most players are familiar with. This string construction combines the strength of the steel core with the tonal properties of the wrap wire alloy.
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