D’Addario EXL140-8 XL Nickel Electric Guitar Strings – 10-74 Light Top / Heavy Bottom (8-String)

The D’Addario EXL140-8 XL Nickel set combines light high strings with heavier low strings, giving extended-range players smooth bending on top with tighter, more powerful low-end response. Built with a high-carbon steel hex core and nickel-plated steel wrap wire, XL Nickel strings deliver a bright, balanced tone with consistent feel and reliable tuning stability.

Part of D’Addario’s long-running XL Nickel series, these strings are widely used across rock, metal, and modern extended-range guitar styles.

Features

• 10-74 Light Top / Heavy Bottom gauge for balanced feel with stronger low-end tension
• Nickel-plated steel wrap wire for bright, versatile tone
• Hex-core construction improves tuning stability and consistent feel
• Designed for 8-string electric guitars
• Made in the USA

Specifications

Gauge: 10-13-17-30-42-54-64-74
String Count: 8
Core: High-carbon steel hex core
Wrap Material: Nickel-plated steel
Coating: Uncoated