--- product_id: 48503280 title: "XL Nickel EXL120-3D Electric Guitar Strings, 09-42, 3 Sets | XL Nickel electric guitar strings deliver bright tone, accurate intonation, reliable durability, and consistent feel." brand: "d'addario" price: "187.88 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "D'addario" url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/48503280-xl-nickel-exl120-3d-electric-guitar-strings-09-42-3 store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Super Light 9-42 Gauge Hex-Core Tech for Perfect Intonation Made in USA Precision XL Nickel EXL120-3D Electric Guitar Strings, 09-42, 3 Sets | XL Nickel electric guitar strings deliver bright tone, accurate intonation, reliable durability, and consistent feel. **Brand:** d'addario **Price:** 187.88 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your tone, feel the precision, own the stage! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** XL Nickel EXL120-3D Electric Guitar Strings, 09-42, 3 Sets | XL Nickel electric guitar strings deliver bright tone, accurate intonation, reliable durability, and consistent feel. by d'addario - **How much does it cost?** 187.88 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/48503280-xl-nickel-exl120-3d-electric-guitar-strings-09-42-3) ## Best For - d'addario enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted d'addario brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Value-Packed 3 Sets:** Triple pack offers unbeatable value—never run out mid-gig or session. - • **Precision Engineered:** Proprietary Hex-Core construction ensures perfect intonation every time. - • **Eco & Player Friendly:** Recyclable packaging with Players Circle rewards for loyal pros. - • **Unmatched Playability:** Super light gauge (9-42) for effortless bends and fast fretting. - • **Bright & Versatile Tone:** Nickel-plated steel wrap delivers a crisp, dynamic sound across genres. ## Overview D'Addario EXL120-3D Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings are super light gauge (9-42) strings crafted in the USA with proprietary Hex-Core technology for perfect intonation and durability. Their nickel-plated steel wrap wire produces a bright, versatile tone suitable for all styles. Sold in a convenient 3-pack with recyclable packaging and player rewards, these strings are a top choice for serious electric guitarists seeking premium performance and value. ## Description From the manufacturer DIAL IT IN. CRANK IT UP. XL Nickel Wound, D'Addario's most popular electric strings, are precision wound with nickel plated steel onto a carefully drawn, hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core. XL Nickel electric strings deliver a bright tone and precise intonation, ideal for a wide range of musical styles. D'Addario Electric Guitar Strings XL Nickel Wound XT Nickel NYXL XL Chromes XL Half Rounds XL Pro Steels XL Pure Nickel Round Wound ROUND, WOUND, AND RESPONSIVE. Round wound strings have a feel and tone familiar to players plus durability and precise intonation. Hex Core Construction Six Sides of Stability The precision drawn hex core was pioneered by D’Addario, to allow the wrap wire to grip the core. String Winding Technology Wound to Perfection 700,000 times a day String winding equipment built by D'Addario creates between 500,000 and 700,000 strings per day. Wire Drawing Exact Standards, Extraordinary Sounds. D'Addario's wire drawing machines produce wire to our specs, yielding high performance products. Brandi Carlile Mark Knopfler Jimmy Herring "D’Addario strings are a very important part of the technical quilt that make up my tone. Whether we're in the studio or on stage, my band and I only use D’Addario." Brandi Plays XL Nickel 10-52 "I use D’Addario strings on everything, acoustic and electric. In 30 years I’ve never had a bad string on a guitar." Mark Plays XL Nickel 09-42 "I’ve been using D’Addario strings as long as I can remember, and I've experimented with a lot of gauges." Jimmy Plays XL Nickel 10-46 GET REWARDED PLAYING D’ADDARIO JUST GOT MORE REWARDING! Join Players Circle and get rewarded with free stuff and other perks just for playing D’Addario. REGISTER YOUR PRODUCTS REGISTER YOUR PLAYERS CIRCLE CODE Register the Players Circle code printed inside your package to start earning points. REDEEM YOUR POINTS REDEEM FOR GEAR, MERCHANDISE & SWAG Watch your points add up and redeem them for all things D'Addario. EXCLUSIVE ACCESS ACCESS TO BETA TESTING & EXCLUSIVE PROMOTIONS Players Circle members get first dibs on testing new products, before anyone even knows they exist. Review: Great strings - Great strings Review: Great value! The real deal! - Great value! The real deal! BTW, a friend of mine bought a load of spurious strings at bargain prices from China ... those strings keep breaking! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Brand | D'Addario | | Coating description | nickel | | Colour | Black | | Instrument | Electric Guitar | | String gauge | Super Light | | String material type | Nickel | ## Product Details - **Brand:** D'Addario - **Colour:** Black - **Instrument:** Electric Guitar - **String gauge:** Super Light - **String material type:** Nickel ## Images ![XL Nickel EXL120-3D Electric Guitar Strings, 09-42, 3 Sets | XL Nickel electric guitar strings deliver bright tone, accurate intonation, reliable durability, and consistent feel. - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81M3aE5zsnL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Hi my sons guitar teacher said I should be looking for this make of string for him but should get 8 gauge strings. would these be the right ones?** A: 8s or 9s will be fine (as someone else said here, most guitars are set up for 9s when manufactured). One thing though, I know it was 3 years ago, but Dizzy Dave Willis is completely wrong. He says that the greater the gauge, the less tension required, but the exact opposite is the case. **Q: How long are the baritone version of these? I'm looking at using them on a bass vi and tuning it b-b** A: Hi to be honest I don't know. However, I did find all strings to have at least 12" (30cm) length more than needed for a standard sized 12 string guitar. Excellent quality and for the price I would "suggest" worth a punt. Cheers now ... **Q: What size would you guys reccommend for a floyd rose bridge? The mediums seem to have too much tension, but the medium lights are too bright...** A: 10's are a great standard if you want a little extra stability and power at standard tuning or Eb. If you prefer bends, or have a light touch, 9's are the way to go. And as suggested in a previous post hybrid gauges should provide the best of both!Setup adjustment is usually required when changing string tension on a floyd rose trem, if you find the bridge is lifting, adjust the springs on the rear of the guitar to compensate and retune. There are great guides on how to do this online or else see your nearest tech!Thanks,Paulguitar.co.uk **Q: Hi, are these suitable for a lap steel build? Making one for my son and know very little about guitars. If not can you recommend something. Thanks** A: I play conventional electric and acoustic/electric guitars (including slide playing), but not a lap steel, so I'm not ideally placed to advise. However, I can strongly recommend D'Addario strings as I've used them for many years with total satisfaction, but I'd suggest you do an internet search for advice on stringing i.e., which gauge will suit your son best, then check out D'Addario for a match on Amazon. D'Addario have a range of at least 4 different gauges for pedal steel. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great strings *by B***O on 22 January 2026* Great strings ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great value! The real deal! *by R***R on 9 June 2026* Great value! The real deal! BTW, a friend of mine bought a load of spurious strings at bargain prices from China ... those strings keep breaking! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great strings *by I***M on 4 November 2025* Nice, bright tone. ## Frequently Bought Together - D'Addario Guitar Strings - XL Nickel Electric Guitar Strings - EXL120-3D - Perfect Intonation, Consistent Feel, Reliable Durability - For 6 String Guitars - 09-42 Super Light, 3-Pack - D'Addario Accessories Pro-Winder Guitar String Winder, Cutter, Bridge Pin Puller - All in One Guitar Tool - Black - D'Addario Acoustic Guitar Strings - 80/20 Bronze - For 6 String Guitars - Deep, Bright, Projecting Tone - Deep, Bright, Projecting Tone - EJ11-3D - Light, 12-53 - 3-Pack --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/48503280-xl-nickel-exl120-3d-electric-guitar-strings-09-42-3](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/48503280-xl-nickel-exl120-3d-electric-guitar-strings-09-42-3) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-07-25*