12 best dr 8 string guitars

Product description

Tite-fit electric guitar strings utilize a nickel-plated steel wrap wire wound on a round core Wire to produce a fatter sound. This classic construction makes tite-fit a great all-around string that works for a range of styles and genres, including rock, blues, metal and jazz. The use of the finest core and wrap-wire materials ensure this classic design meets modern performance standards.

From the Manufacturer

TITE-FIT™ Electric Guitar Strings utilize a nickel-plated steel wrap wire wound on a round core wire to produce a fatter sound. This classic construction makes TITE-FIT™ a great all-around string that works for a range of styles and genres, including Rock, Blues, Metal and Jazz. The use of the finest core and wrap-wire materials ensure this classic design meets modern performance standards.

• Tite-fit - nickel plated electric Guitar strings: 8-string heavy 11-80
• Tite-fit electric Guitar strings utilize a nickel-plated steel wrap wire wound on a round core Wire to produce a fatter sound
• A great all-around string that works for a range of styles and genres, including rock, blues, metal and jazz
• The use of the finest core and wrap-wire materials ensure this classic design meets modern performance standards
• 11, 14, 18, 28, 38, 50, 60, 80

User questions & answers

Question:	Has anyone used these strings with an Ibanez RG8 or RG
Answer:	I'm a Jackson man myself but I've owned two ibanez 7 string guitars. I've been playing forever and I've play every make of string there is. I have Ernie balls on my 7 and DRs on my 8 the DR are so much better especially in the low end when pull down on my low f# the tone,growl and Grit is epic. Plus the last far longer then the other name brands. I use DRs on my 6 string bass as well and I absolutly love them. But if you are into floppy and sloppy and brand will do, no need to spend extra money.
Question:	I’m thinking of buying these for my esp viper 407 (25-1/2) scale. would these be good strings
Answer:	I used them on a cheap Ibanez 8 string guitar. They were fine. The 8th string was a bit too think so I had to file down the hole on the tuner thing.
Question:	is the 0.080 string tapered
Answer:	Sorry but I can’t rember. It’s been a few years
Question:	Can it go 8 string drop d black tongue tuning
Answer:	Maybe not Black tongue, but definitely drop E

Product features

The Original

Tite-Fit round-wound nickel-plated electric guitar strings are designed to be a great all-around string. They are available in a wide range of gauges. Based upon a round core, the construction techniques for the Tite-Fit electrics are very old. However, the core wire and wrap wire in DRs are the latest, most advanced and expensive metals available.

For flexibility, for tone, for long life: for Rock, Blues, Metal or Jazz. Tite-Fits are a wonderful all-around string.

Our Story

Made in usa with only american materials.

Highest quality.

We use only the finest american materials starting with the wire, to the ball ends, to the packaging.

When someone sees the dr logo, that is what they are getting, the best of everything.

When you put dr strings on a guitar, you’re not only looking for the response of a fresh string, you’re looking to hear something extra that you didn’t hear before, and that’s our goal to give you more.

Design & innovation.

Always improving & inventing.

We are players at dr and we are encouraged to come up with new ideas. In our testing lab, we experiment and design unique and different strings. Quietly, we have been one of the most innovative string companies out there.

We guarantee that players will hear and feel the difference when they play dr strings.

We can’t guarantee that you will like the difference…we hope players do.

This is one of the reasons why we make so many models, for a small company.

We listen and we understand what the players are after and we go for it.

Product description

Tite-fit electric guitar strings utilize a nickel-plated steel wrap wire wound on a round core Wire to produce a fatter sound. This classic construction makes tite-fit a great all-around string that works for a range of styles and genres, including rock, blues, metal and jazz. The use of the finest core and wrap-wire materials ensure this classic design meets modern performance standards.

From the Manufacturer

TITE-FIT™ Electric Guitar Strings utilize a nickel-plated steel wrap wire wound on a round core wire to produce a fatter sound. This classic construction makes TITE-FIT™ a great all-around string that works for a range of styles and genres, including Roc

• Tite-fit - nickel plated electric Guitar strings: 8-string Medium 10-75
• Tite-fit electric Guitar strings utilize a nickel-plated steel wrap wire wound on a round core Wire to produce a fatter sound
• A great all-around string that works for a range of styles and genres, including rock, blues, metal and jazz
• The use of the finest core and wrap-wire materials ensure this classic design meets modern performance standards
• 10, 13, 17, 26, 36, 46, 56, 75

User questions & answers

Question:	Will the 8th string fit the tuner knob hole of an RG
Answer:	It should, depending on how you wind your strings. The strings have a nice long taper. If it doesn't fit the way you like, you can always unwind a little of the outer wire wrapping with pliers.
Question:	Would this strings fit on an Ibanez RG
Answer:	I think the RG8004 has a 27" scale, right? These strings should be just fine for you. The lowest string might be a little too big to fit in your tuning machine, but if you run into that just clip the string longer than you need it, grab the outermost winding (there should be 2 layers) layer and strip it back until you have enough of the inner layers exposed to fit in the tuning machine. Make sure it wraps around the tuning machine at least 1 full time while tuning and the string won't sound different or have any structural issues.
Question:	Bit of a noob question, but is it a good idea to use these on a 7 string
Answer:	I actually had to file the hole on the 8th string tuner on my 8 string guitar(Ibanez RG8) for the 8th string to fit. I cant imagine the 8th string fitting in a 7th string tuner on a 7th string guitar. If you buy these i would exclude the 8th string and just use the 7th-1st strings.
Question:	What gauges are included
Answer:	Gauges 10-13-17-26-36-46-56-75

Product features

The Original

Tite-Fit round-wound nickel-plated electric guitar strings are designed to be a great all-around string. They are available in a wide range of gauges. Based upon a round core, the construction techniques for the Tite-Fit electrics are very old. However, the core wire and wrap wire in DRs are the latest, most advanced and expensive metals available.

For flexibility, for tone, for long life: for Rock, Blues, Metal or Jazz. Tite-Fits are a wonderful all-around string.

Our Story

Made in usa with only american materials.

Highest quality.

We use only the finest american materials starting with the wire, to the ball ends, to the packaging.

When someone sees the dr logo, that is what they are getting, the best of everything.

When you put dr strings on a guitar, you’re not only looking for the response of a fresh string, you’re looking to hear something extra that you didn’t hear before, and that’s our goal to give you more.

Design & innovation.

Always improving & inventing.

We are players at dr and we are encouraged to come up with new ideas. In our testing lab, we experiment and design unique and different strings. Quietly, we have been one of the most innovative string companies out there.

We guarantee that players will hear and feel the difference when they play dr strings.

We can’t guarantee that you will like the difference…we hope players do.

This is one of the reasons why we make so many models, for a small company.

We listen and we understand what the players are after and we go for it.

Product description

High-voltage electric guitar strings are the signature strings played by the late metal Icon dimebag Darrell. They feature a hexagonal core wire and nickel-plated steel wrap wire treated with string life, a molecular bonding liquid polymer that protects them from corrosive elements. As Darrell used to say, “they're great for everything, from big ol’ string bends, to huge whammy bar dives, perfect for blood curdling harmonic screams and just straight out heavy chunky riffin’.”.

From the Manufacturer

HI-VOLTAGE™ Electric Guitar Strings are the signature strings played by the late metal icon Dimebag Darrell. They feature a hexagonal core wire and nickel-plated steel wrap wire treated with STRINGLIFE™, a molecular bonding liquid polymer that protects them from corrosive elements. As Darrell used to say, “They’re great for everything, from big ol’ string bends, to huge whammy bar dives, perfect for blood curdling harmonic screams and just straight out heavy chunky riffin’.”

• Gauge: Medium
• Nickel-plated on hexagonal core, treated with string life
• Great for everything, from string bends, to huge whammy bar dives, harmonic screams and heavy Chunky riffs
• Stay in tune
• Remain fresh and bright for a long time

User questions & answers

Question:	Will the high e string bust if I bend a lot ? How long would it last
Answer:	I have played DR strings for a long time. I have never had an issue with these or any other DR sets. I bend a lot and also use a Floyd rose to ring out dives. I haven't broken a string in a very long time. The Dimebag signature set is pretty awesome for many styles of playing. They are really nice and bright and shine through the mix nicely.
Question:	Should these be 10-56? Whats the diffetence between these and the titefits
Answer:	No. There are multiple gauges of Hi-Voltage strings but I do not believe that 10 to 56 is one of them. According to DRstrings website they make dbg-9 (9/42), dbg-9/46, dbg-9/52, dbg-10 (10/46), dbg-10/52, dbg-11 (11/50). I have never used titefits so I could not say what the difference is. But I can recommend these if you use the whammy bar a lot or do a lot of bends because they take an insane amount of abuse and keep sounding amazing.

Product description

Hi-def neon color coated electric guitar strings are available in a wide variety of luminescent color options Designed to give your stage presence a little extra pop, especially under UV black lighting. They feature a hexagonal core wire and a silver-plated nickel-plated steel wrap on the wound strings. All strings include the neon colored K3 coating, delivering longevity, more projection, fewer unwanted overtones, Plus enhanced clarity and articulation.

From the Manufacturer

HI-DEF NEON™ Color Coated Electric Guitar Strings are available in a wide variety of luminescent color options designed to give your stage presence a little extra pop, especially under UV black lighting. They feature a hexagonal core wire and a silver-pl

• Hi-def neon USA flag colored electric Guitar strings: Medium 10-46
• Designed to give your stage presence a little extra pop, especially under UV black lighting
• All strings include the neon colored K3 coating, delivering longevity, more projection, fewer unwanted overtones, plus enhanced clarity and articulation
• Vibrant USA flag colors
• 10, 13, 17, 26, 36, 46
• Hand orientation: Right

Product description

Dot drop down tuning electric guitar strings maintain their intonation at lower tunings thanks to accurate core technology (act), A coated hexagonal core wire that locks the nickel-plated steel wrap wire in place to increase stability and maintains int.

From the Manufacturer

DDT™ Drop Down Tuning Electric Guitar Strings maintain their intonation at lower tunings thanks to Accurate Core Technology™ (ACT™), a coated hexagonal core wire that locks the nickel-plated steel wrap wire in place to increase stability and maintains intonation at any tension. DDTs go right into tune and deliver clean and clear notes. Change tunings and be surprised how DDT's lock right in without constant adjustment.

• Featuring accurate core technology (act), a coated hexagonal core wire that locks the nickel-plated steel wrap wire in place to increase stability and maintains intonation at any tension
• Dots go right into tune and deliver clean and clear notes
• Change tunings and be surprised how dot's lock right in without constant adjustment
• Dot - drop down tuning electric Guitar strings: drop down heavy 11-54
• 11, 15, 19, 32, 42, 54
• String Material Type: Nickel Steel

User questions & answers

Question:	Is the G string wound or plain
Answer:	Thanks for your interest! I believe these are wound strings.
Question:	Is it 4.99 shipping per pack of strings. Or is it 4.99 per total shipment
Answer:	Hi Todd, it probably depends on which seller you are buying from. I can only speak for us, we sell these strings for 7.99 w/ free shipping. Hope that helps! Thanks, Jason
Question:	How do these hold up in low tunings like drop b
Answer:	I am in b drop a. I have a locking tremolo and I use it alot!!!! These strings are incredible!!!! Exellent sounding highs and in your face lows!!!! I don't use anything else. My rythem guitarist (also with a floyd rose) uses 13 gauge ddts!!!
Question:	Do these have a decent brightness to them
Answer:	They are not overtly bright, but they do not sound like just BOOM BOOm either. These are my favorite strings for Drop tuning as they just work and sound amazing. Check out my music, Pain Cylinder or Elric Phares and you can hear them. I would endorse these any day of the week.Rock on my MetalHead brother. Peace.

Product description

Sunbeam phosphor bronze strings are hand wound on round cores which give a terrific result .Wonderful sustain .Remarkable sustain. The tone does not seem to decay as do Other phosphor bronze strings, which we think of as decaying in a curve. The Sunbeam phosphor seems to sustain in a straight line, until the sound "falls off". The Sunbeam phosphors are also musically bright and rich sounding. Additionally they are very flexible .More So than any Other string we have played.

From the Manufacturer

SUNBEAM™ Acoustic Guitar Strings utilize a phosphor bronze wrap wound on a round high-carbon steel core. The use of the round core increases flexibility and produces a long sustain that fades slowly and evenly without any sudden drop-offs. SUNBEAM™ phosphor bronze strings are musically bright and rich sounding.

• Gauge: Light gauge
• Hand wound on round cores give added sustain
• The tone does not seem to decay as do other phosphor bronze strings
• Musically bright and rich sounding
• Very flexible
• Gauges 12-16-24-32-42-54
• Wonderful sustain, Flexible

User questions & answers

Question:	Which grade of strings would you most recommend for younger players...under age
Answer:	I would recommend a set of 10 guage electric strings put on an acoustic guitar and go to 11 guage acoustics and work your way up to 12 guage acoustic. I would leave the electric strings on until proficient in basic chords.
Question:	What does the "12 pack" logo in the photograph mean? are there two sets of strings
Answer:	I do not see "12 pack" in the logo. The above photo is one set of phosphor bronze light guage guitar strings for a 6 string acoustic guitar. There are not 2 sets of strings in the pack. Hope this helps.
Question:	Would you describe these strings warm or bright please? I prefer warm mellow tones
Answer:	DR Handmade describes them as "musically bright and rich sounding". So they are more bright than warm. Thanks!

Product description

Play fearlessly with D’Addario’s NYXL Nickel Plated Electric Guitar Strings. NYXL’s feature a newly engineered, break-resistant, high-carbon steel core and plain steel alloy that gives you a whole new level of freedom, confidence and power in your playing. Compared to conventional strings, the NYXL strings can stand up to your fierce strumming, whammy bar dives and bends. In addition to unprecedented strength, NYXL electric guitar strings provide up to 131% greater tuning stability by utilizing a completely reinvented wire drawing process coupled with a revolutionary “fusion twist” process for the plain steels. Made in the USA for the highest quality and performance, these strings help you get in tune faster and stay in tune better. The reformulated nickel-plated string windings have greater magnetic properties resulting in higher output and enhanced mid-range frequency response in the 1 - 3.5 kHz range, which gives you more presence and crunch to cut through the mix. And thanks to the environmentally , corrosion resistant packaging, the strings are always fresh. NYXL0942 offers an ideal combination of comfortable playability and ideal electric tone. The string gauges in this set include: Plain Steel .009, .011, .016, Nickel Wound .024, .032, .042. Since 1905, D’Addario has been providing artists and players with the tools they need to perform their magic. As musicians ourselves, we have the unique ability to engineer products that inspire other musicians. The D’Addario family’s vision, creativity, passion and tradition have made us the world’s largest musical instrument string manufacturer. We put our family’s heart, soul and love for making music into every string and instrument accessory we create, and we never stop inspiring performance.

• PLAY FEARLESSLY –D’Addario’s NYXL Nickel Plated Electric Guitar Strings feature a newly engineered, break-resistant, high-carbon steel core and plain steel alloy that gives you a whole new level of freedom, confidence and power in your playing. These strings can keep up with your whammy bar dives and bends.
• STAY IN TUNE – With NYXL’s improved tuning stability compared to traditional nickel wound strings, you can get in tune faster and stay in tune better. The corrosion resistant packaging keeps your extra string sets fresh.
• CUT THROUGH THE MIX – NYXL nickel plated wound strings feature an enhanced mid-range frequency response in the 1 - 3.5 kHz range which gives you more presence and crunch to cut through the mix.
• STRING GAUGES – NYXL0942 offers an ideal combination of comfortable playability and ideal electric tone: Plain Steel .009, .011, .016, Nickel Wound .024, .032, .042.
• MADE IN THE USA – D’Addario leverages centuries of string-making experience and advanced computer-controlled winding technology to bring you the most durable, consistent and long-lasting guitar strings. Made in the USA for the highest quality and performance, only D’Addario strings are sealed inside and out.

User questions & answers

Question:	does D'addario have heavy gauge strings for a 7 string? I really liked the extra heavy 12/60 strings for my 6 strings, do you have that for a 7 string
Answer:	You should look into ghs boomers. They have some heavy sets.
Question:	Are these strings coated? The "XL" implies so
Answer:	NYXL strings are not coated, and XL is just a product series/family name, which does not imply any specific product specs. - Steve @ D'Addario
Question:	So what do you Blues players have to say about these strings
Answer:	Depends on the type of blues you play.... If you lean more toward "Delta", you probably wont like these much 'cause they give you more bottom end and highs and get rid of that muddy low-mid much sought-after in that style. Otherwise, many of us who pursue the more recent guitar gods (aka Hendrix, Stevie Ray, Page, etc.) will probably find these strings to be a nice "push" - to some, it will be like adding well-needed air to a deflating balloon.
Question:	What is thw difference between Balanced and Not Balanced versions
Answer:	In producing a Balanced Tension set, D'Addario has attempted to make the string tension of all six strings as equal as possible. The benefit to the play is that pressing on one string feels essentially the same as pressing on any other string. This is especially important for string-bending. Once you learn how much pressure is necessary to bend one string to increase the pitch 1/2 step (for example), the same pressure will increase the pitch 1/2 step on any other string.

Product features

COMMIT TO YOUR CRAFT

NYXL strings will bend farther, sing louder, and stay in tune better than any string you've played before. The high carbon steel used in NYXL strings offer higher break strength, enhanced tuning stability, and accentuated mid-range frequency response.

NYXL Features

• New York manufactured, high carbon steel alloy for unprecedented strength.
• Improved tuning stability
• Wound strings with enhanced mid-range frequency response
• Corrosion-resistant packaging
• All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA

PITCH STABILITY

Hit all the right notes no matter how long the solo, set, or tour. Tests indicate NYXL strings get to pitch faster and stay in tune 131% longer than standard electric guitar strings.

STRENGTH

Tests indicate that NYXL strings are 40% stronger than standard electric guitar strings."

OUTPUT

Play with more punch, crunch, and bite. NYXL strings have enhanced midrange frequencies from 1 to 3.5kHz, so they boldly cut through the mix.

CONFIDENCE

When raised two whole steps, NYXL strings are still at less than 75% of their breaking point.

NY STEEL. NY STRONG.

NY Steel is processed in D’Addario’s exclusive wire facility in Farmingdale, New York. Through advanced machinery and processes, our premium high carbon steel delivers unmatched tuning stability and superior break resistance.

HEX CORE CONSTRUCTION

Precision drawn hexagonal core was pioneered by D’Addario. This innovation allows the wrap wire to grip the core for superior dimensional stability, enhanced durability, and precise intonation.

FUSION TWIST TECHNOLOGY

The fusion twist feature prevents slack in the twist from detuning the string. This ensures maximum tuning stability and higher break strength for our premium plain steel strings.

WIRE DRAWING

D'Addario's in-house wire drawing machines produce musical instrument wire to our exact specifications. Control over materials, equipment, and quality allows us to deliver high performance products.

Product description

Phosphor bronze acoustic guitar strings wound on hexagonal cores. Low tension .The sound is loud and warm. The rare phosphor bronze acoustic strings are a departure from the standard, good quality Bronze string currently available .Not necessarily better, but possessing a new, different and stronger "voice". When dry Set out to produce a string with new characteristics, Our goal was to redesign contemporary thinking about what phosphor bronze can do for a good acoustic guitar. Hand-carved arch-tops, dreadnought and good steel string acoustic guitars made of rosewood, maple, and mahogany seem to Benefit from a distinct improvement in tone, depth, and sustain with rare phosphor strings. Players who want a fatter and louder sound, as well as a deeper bottom (who like to hear their guitars ring out) Will appreciate the rare phosphor tone, sound, and feel. According to our heavy-playing bluegrass friend, three time national guitar picking champion Steve Kaufman, rares last an unusually long time. Steve recommends dry to all his students.

From the Manufacturer

RARE™ Acoustic Guitar Strings utilize a phosphor bronze wrap wire over a hexagonal high-carbon steel core. The result is warm, bright and balanced tone with an overall fatter and louder sound with a deep bottom end. Acoustic guitars of all types seem to benefit from a distinct improvement in tone, depth, and sustain.

• Gauge: medium-heavy
• Phosphor bronze acoustic Guitar strings wound on hexagonal cores
• Low tension The sound is loud and warm
• Hand-carved arch-tops, dreadnaughts and good steel string acoustic guitars made of rosewood, Maple, and Mahogany seem to Benefit from a distinct improvement in tone, depth, and sustain with rare phosphor strings
• Long lasting

User questions & answers

Question:	People have commented about the string tension. Has anyone put these on a Taylor GS Mini? Will they buzz
Answer:	Usually if you're changing strings of the same gauge it won't be an issue, but then again there's always a possibility. Like cars, guitars needs to be maintained and a slight adjustment may be necessary.
Question:	What is the material of the High E and B strings consist of please? Plain Steel, Silvered Steel, etc
Answer:	Phosphor Bronze
Question:	I am very sensitive to high pitches and tones. I'm looking for warm low mellow strings. Which set of strings (type and gauge) do you recommend
Answer:	Thanks for the question, Jason - I have enjoyed the fullness and bassy warmth of the DR Rares - but also feel the guitar is more contributive toward tone. Like you, I do not resonate with trebly high-pitched metallic thin tones - but discovered the biggest improvement when I upgraded instruments (rather than strings). I also prefer thicker gauge - due to bold response, clarity and less buzzing (which can also cause high pitches) - but that's also an action issue for some. In addition, as you likely already know, most string mellow out (and get duller) over usage - so you may find that you prefer any string when it gets older rather than new as well. Hope this helps. Me - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bj8lttSnr_Q

Product description

Tite-fit electric guitar strings utilize a nickel-plated steel wrap wire wound on a round core Wire to produce a fatter sound. This classic construction makes tite-fit a great all-around string that works for a range of styles and genres, including rock, blues, metal and jazz. The use of the finest core and wrap-wire materials ensure this classic design meets modern performance standards.

From the Manufacturer

TITE-FIT™ Electric Guitar Strings utilize a nickel-plated steel wrap wire wound on a round core wire to produce a fatter sound. This classic construction makes TITE-FIT™ a great all-around string that works for a range of styles and genres, including Roc

• Tite-fit - nickel plated electric Guitar strings: light 9-42
• Tite-fit electric Guitar strings utilize a nickel-plated steel wrap wire wound on a round core Wire to produce a fatter sound
• A great all-around string that works for a range of styles and genres, including rock, blues, metal and jazz
• The use of the finest core and wrap-wire materials ensure this classic design meets modern performance standards
• 9, 11, 16, 24, 32, 42

User questions & answers

Question:	Do these strings come individually packaged in their own envelopes...or coiled as a set
Answer:	In each package there are 3 envelopes with 2 strings in each. 6th and 3rd, 5th and 2nd, 4th and 1st.
Question:	what color where the strings
Answer:	Steel colored

Product features

The Original

Tite-Fit round-wound nickel-plated electric guitar strings are designed to be a great all-around string. They are available in a wide range of gauges. Based upon a round core, the construction techniques for the Tite-Fit electrics are very old. However, the core wire and wrap wire in DRs are the latest, most advanced and expensive metals available.

For flexibility, for tone, for long life: for Rock, Blues, Metal or Jazz. Tite-Fits are a wonderful all-around string.

Our Story

Made in usa with only american materials.

Highest quality.

We use only the finest american materials starting with the wire, to the ball ends, to the packaging.

When someone sees the dr logo, that is what they are getting, the best of everything.

When you put dr strings on a guitar, you’re not only looking for the response of a fresh string, you’re looking to hear something extra that you didn’t hear before, and that’s our goal to give you more.

Design & innovation.

Always improving & inventing.

We are players at dr and we are encouraged to come up with new ideas. In our testing lab, we experiment and design unique and different strings. Quietly, we have been one of the most innovative string companies out there.

We guarantee that players will hear and feel the difference when they play dr strings.

We can’t guarantee that you will like the difference…we hope players do.

This is one of the reasons why we make so many models, for a small company.

We listen and we understand what the players are after and we go for it.

Product description

ZEBRA Acoustic Guitar Strings are made for acoustic-electric guitars with piezo pickups under the bridge or magnetic pickups in the sound hole. By alternating nickel-plated steel and phosphor bronze wrap wires every other coil on a round core wire, DR has created the perfect hybrid string that has significantly better output while maintaining a desirable acoustic tone. They’re ideal for archtop jazz guitars.

From the Manufacturer

ZEBRA™ Acoustic Guitar Strings are made for acoustic-electric guitars with piezo pickups under the bridge or magnetic pickups in the sound hole. By alternating nickel-plated steel and phosphor bronze wrap wires every other coil on a round core wire, DR has created the perfect hybrid string that has significantly better output while maintaining a desirable acoustic tone. They’re ideal for archtop jazz guitars.

• ZEBRA Acoustic Guitar Strings are made for acoustic-electric guitars with piezo pickups under the bridge or magnetic pickups in the sound hole
• Alternating nickel-plated steel and phosphor bronze wrap wires every other coil on a round core wire
• DR has created the perfect hybrid string that has significantly better output while maintaining a desirable acoustic tone
• Custom Light
• 11, 15, 22, 30, 40, 50

User questions & answers

Question:	does it work with a full sized eletric guitar
Answer:	Hi, yes, but their mainly for acoustic-electric guitars like Jazz Hollowbody guitars or Taylor T5 Acoustic Electrics. Thanks - Darryl, Megatone Music
Question:	Are the strings the same
Answer:	The same as what? They are a great quality string
Question:	The 6th string has a loud buzz after installing on my Ovation acoustic electric (didn't before). Anyone else experience this or know how to fix
Answer:	Make sure everything is situated properly. Also, did you change gage of strings? That can affect your set up.
Question:	Are these good for beginners? Also, would these be good for an acoustic-electric fender? Thanks in advance
Answer:	If you're looking for a lighter feel, I would recommend going with the Zebra - Round Core 10-48. the 10-48 refers to the thickness of the string and 10-48 is the thinnest string which also equates to them being easier to press against the fret since they take less "pull" to get them into tune. I personally use the 11-50 that you have here because I tend to break the 10s (hard strumming), but if I don't play often the 11s will strain my fingers. Either with work fine for electric or acoustic. I have them on an acoustic/electric Takamini. They have a great full sound and last long if you take care of them I use "fast fret" before and after I play which makes the strings more slippery so you don't feel the rub of the strings as much. It also cleans the strings and puts a thin layer of grease on them so they don't get rusty too quick.... rust=pain.

Product description

Pursue your passion with D’Addario’s bestselling electric guitar set, XL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings. XL's deliver long lasting, legendary, distinctive bright tone and excellent intonation. They are the ideal electric guitar strings for the widest variety of guitars, genres and playing styles, making them the choice of countless professionals around the world. D’Addario leverages centuries of string-making experience and advanced computer-controlled winding technology to bring you the most durable, consistent and long-lasting guitar strings. Made in the USA for the highest quality and performance, only D’Addario strings are sealed inside and out. XL’s are precision wound with highly magnetic nickel-plated steel to exacting specifications onto a hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core for strings with a tight wrap, bright tone, perfect intonation, stellar magnetic output, long life and reduced premature fret wear. And thanks to the corrosion resistant packaging, the strings in this 3-pack are always fresh. The string gauges in this electric string set include: Plain Steel .009, .011, .016, Nickel Wound .026, .036, .046 Since 1905, D’Addario has been providing artists and players with the tools they need to perform their magic. As musicians ourselves, we have the unique ability to engineer products that inspire other musicians. The D’Addario family’s vision, creativity, passion and tradition have made us the world’s largest musical instrument string manufacturer. We put our family’s heart, soul and love for making music into every string and instrument accessory we create, and we never stop inspiring performance.

• BESTSELLING SET – Pursue your passion with D’Addario’s bestselling electric guitar set, XL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings. XL's deliver long lasting, distinctive bright tone and excellent intonation and the corrosion resistant packaging of the 1-pack keeps your extra string sets fresh.
• FOR THE ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE – D'Addario Nickel Wound strings are precisely wound with nickel-plated steel onto a hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core for strings with bright tone, perfect intonation, stellar magnetic output, long life and reduced premature fret wear.
• VERSATILE – These are the ideal electric guitar strings for the widest variety of guitars and musical styles. XL’s are the choice of countless professionals across many genres around the world.
• STRING GAUGES – The gauges in this electric string set include: Plain Steel .010, .013 .017, Nickel Wound .030, .042, .054, .064, .074
• MADE IN THE USA – D’Addario leverages centuries of string-making experience and advanced computer-controlled winding technology to bring you the most durable, consistent and long-lasting guitar strings. Made in the USA for the highest quality and performance, only D’Addario strings are sealed inside and out.

User questions & answers

Question:	I bought balanced tension 9-40. I received regular 9-42s
Answer:	Some sellers don't exactly know what balanced tension strings are so they probably though you just wanted 9's
Question:	stings included in 1 package or just 1 string
Answer:	The strings are sold in sets of 6 strings. A set of strings for a guitar contains 6 strings... Some music stores sell individual strings, but these strings are sold in full sets of 6. Each string set includes 6 strings: one each of the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th string (each string is a different gauge). For example: 1-pack: contains 1 set of 6 strings 3-pack: contains 3 sets of 6 strings (each of the 3 sets contains 6 strings) 10-pack: contains 10 sets of 6 strings (each of the 10 sets contains 6 strings) In other words, if you purchase the 3-pack, you will get 3 full sets of all 6 strings!
Question:	What does 3D mean
Answer:	It is just D'Addario's (SKU) way of naming the strings, it's a 3-pack of strings. Their single packs are EXL-110 and the three-pack is just EXL-110-3D.Thanks, Jason
Question:	Would this work on a les paul special p
Answer:	Shure thing man it will work on almost everyguitar. The only exeption would be if you were playing a really low tuning these string might not be tight enough hope that helps

Product features

DIAL IT IN. CRANK IT UP.

XL Nickel Wound, D'Addario's most popular electric guitar strings, are precision wound with nickel plated steel onto a carefully drawn, hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core. XL Electric strings deliver a bright tone with clear fundamentals and precise intonation. XL Electric guitar strings are ideal for a wide range of musical styles.

XL Nickel Wound Features:

• Round wound with nickel plated steel for distinctive bright tone.
• Corrosion-resistant packaging for strings that are always fresh
• All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA

ROUND, WOUND, AND RESPONSIVE

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.

SIX SIDES OF STABILITY

Precision drawn hexagonal core was pioneered by D’Addario. This innovation allows the wrap wire to grip the core for superior dimensional stability, enhanced durability, and precise intonation.

WOUND TO PERFECTIONS 700,000 TIMES A DAY

String winding equipment is designed and built by D'Addario's engineering team, guaranteeing a production range of 500,000 to 700,000 strings per day. Digitally-controlled string winding machines ensure productivity, accuracy, and consistency.

EXACT STANDARDS, EXTRAORDINARY SOUNDS.

D'Addario's in-house wire drawing machines produce musical instrument wire to our exact specifications. Control over materials, equipment, and quality allows us to deliver high performance products.

Product description

Pure blues electric guitar strings are constructed with a pure nickel wrap wire on a round core Wire to produce a distinctive warm and balanced sound with rich overtones and a vintage vibe. They create the unmistakable tone and feel of classic American rock and blues with chords that ring out sweet and round, while leads have more punchiness and sustain. They feel smooth and playable with a remarkably responsive touch.

From the Manufacturer

PURE BLUES™ Electric Guitar Strings are constructed with a pure nickel wrap wire on a round core wire to produce a distinctive warm and balanced sound with rich overtones and a vintage vibe. They create the unmistakable tone and feel of classic American rock and blues with chords that ring out sweet and round, while leads have more punchiness and sustain. They feel smooth and playable with a remarkably responsive touch.

• Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings: Light to Medium 9-46
• Constructed with a pure nickel wrap wire on a round core wire to produce a distinctive warm and balanced sound with rich overtones and a vintage vibe
• Tone and feel of classic American rock and blues with chords that ring out sweet and round, while leads have more punchiness and sustain
• They feel smooth and playable with a remarkably responsive touch
• 9, 11, 16, 26, 36, 46

User questions & answers

Question:

Is the 3rd string wrapped or smooth

Answer:

Pam,The third string is smooth on the 9/46s and the 9/42s.Also, make sure you follow directions printed on the inside of the package on how to mount the strings. I understand that stretching nickels in the usualmanner is not a good idea because of the round cores. Too much stretching, pulling the string away form the body, puts too much stress on the windings. I have had 2 'D' string windings break at the 3 and fourth frets on 2 different electrics. Other than that issue they are wonderful nickels at a great price point. They are on all my electrics.Thanks for the question and have fun...

Product features

THE Vintage Electric Guitar String

DR Pure Blues guitar strings are designed and crafted to recreate the unmistakable tone and feel of classic American rock and blues. The moment you put them on, you will notice a distinctive, warm, balanced sound that produces rich overtones and oozes vintage vibe. Chords ring out sweet and round. Leads become more present with tons of punch and sustain. And your fingers are rewarded with smooth and highly responsive touch sensitivity.