D’Addario EXL116 XL Nickel Electric Guitar Strings – 11-52 Medium

The D’Addario EXL116 XL Nickel set delivers bright, balanced tone with slightly higher tension than lighter gauges, making it a solid choice for players who want increased volume and a firmer feel. Built with a high-carbon steel hex core and nickel-plated steel wrap wire, XL Nickel strings provide reliable tuning stability, consistent feel, and versatile tone across a wide range of musical styles.

Part of D’Addario’s long-running XL Nickel series, these strings have been widely used by guitarists since 1974 and remain one of the most common electric guitar string sets.

Features

• 11–52 Medium gauge for increased tension and stronger output
• Nickel-plated steel wrap wire delivers bright, balanced tone
• Hex-core construction improves tuning stability and consistency
• Uncoated strings maintain natural feel and response
• Made in the USA

Specifications

Gauge: 11-14-18-28-38-52
String Count: 6
Coating: Uncoated
Core: High-carbon steel hex core
Wrap Material: Nickel-plated steel