🎸 Elevate your sound with the iconic strings that pros trust since ’74
D'Addario XL Nickel Electric Guitar Strings (EXL120-3D) are a bestselling 3-pack of super light 09-42 gauge strings featuring nickel-plated steel wrap for a bright, versatile tone. Crafted in the USA with proprietary Hex-Core technology, they guarantee perfect intonation, consistent feel, and durable performance, making them the go-to choice for 6-string electric guitarists seeking professional-grade reliability and sound.
| Product Dimensions | 10.92 x 11.18 x 2.03 cm; 45.36 g |
| Item model number | EXL120-3D |
| Colour | Black |
| Styling | Wrap |
| String Gauge | Extra Light |
| String Material | Nickel Coated Steel |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Material Type | Nickel |
| Country Produced In | United States |
| Size | Super Light, 09-42 |
| Item Weight | 45.4 g |
J**D
Reliable, Great-Sounding Strings — Always a Solid Choice!
I’ve used D’Addario strings for years, and the EXL125-3D set continues to be one of the best options out there for electric guitar players. This 3-pack is excellent value, especially if you go through strings regularly like I do.The hybrid gauge (9-46) gives the perfect balance: the lighter top strings make bending easy and expressive, while the heavier bottom strings provide solid rhythm tones with plenty of punch. The tone is bright, but not harsh, and they settle in quickly after the first stretch — staying in tune reliably even with aggressive playing.The nickel wound design gives a smooth, comfortable feel under the fingers and a classic, versatile sound that works well across multiple styles — from rock to blues to indie. Plus, each set is individually sealed inside the main packaging to keep them fresh, which is a big plus if you’re not using all three sets at once.Overall, D’Addario remains my go-to brand for a reason: consistent quality, great tone, and excellent durability. Highly recommend these for anyone looking for a dependable string upgrade.
A**S
Not to expensive for the quality
Delivered next day, fast, and fitted to an expensive Strat fender, great quality sound, really great re string
B**A
Trustworthy
Good strings. Brilliant price for pack of 3
I**R
Great Value
These are budget strings but, overall, are very decent indeed.I initially had a problem which I contacted D'Addario about (via their website) and this was solved very quickly. and painlessly. Really great customer support! EDIT - still waiting on the promised replacements after 2 weeks, but hopeful!
G**Y
I refuse to use any other strings for electric guitars
I have been using D'Addario strings for electric guitar from early 1990s. I have found them to be the best value for money of all manufacturers that I have tried.They stay break-in relatively quickly, stay in-tune, intonation is consistent between sets, never rust, sound consistent for life of string, last longest of any string I have tried, never snap during tuning until end of life.
B**8
Nice strings
Nicely packed on moisture proof bags.
A**R
Excellent strings.
Perfect strings, sound great feel great.
N**S
C#
Using these for c#, feel great and the harmonics acousticly ring out nicely.
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