D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Super Light Electric Guitar Strings 3-Pack (9-42) | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Super Light electric guitar strings deliver effortless playability and enhanced projection in the world's most trusted string design. This 3-pack of 9-42 gauge sets provides exceptional value for players who prioritize smooth bending and comfortable fretting pressure while maintaining full tonal presence. Whether you're developing finger strength as a beginner or seeking fast, fluid playability for lead work, these lighter-gauge strings offer the perfect combination of ease and tonal clarity that has made them favorites among guitarists worldwide.
Product Overview
D'Addario engineers XL Super Light strings with a hexagonal steel core wrapped in precision-wound nickel-plated steel wire, creating a foundation for exceptional stability and tonal consistency. The Super Light 9-42 gauge configuration reduces finger fatigue while actually increasing volume and projection compared to heavier gauges, making these strings ideal for players who demand both comfort and presence. Each string undergoes D'Addario's precision winding technique at their New York facility, ensuring that every pack delivers identical feel and performance.
The nickel-plated steel wrap wire produces a snappy attack with smooth sustain that adapts beautifully across rock, blues, country, and pop playing styles. The lighter tension of the 9-42 gauge makes string bending nearly effortless, allowing for expressive vibrato and wide intervals without excessive finger pressure. Color-coded ball ends simplify string changes, letting you quickly identify each string for fast, accurate installation.
This 3-pack includes corrosion-resistant packaging that keeps each set fresh until you're ready to install them. D'Addario's roundwound construction provides the familiar playing feel that electric guitarists expect, while the hexagonal core design ensures improved intonation and greater reliability across your entire fretboard.
Ideal For
- Lead guitarists who execute fast runs, wide bends, and expressive vibrato techniques with minimal finger fatigue
- Beginning players building finger strength and calluses while learning proper technique on comfortable, easy-to-fret strings
- Studio session musicians seeking increased volume and projection for cutting through dense mixes
- Players with hand sensitivity or arthritis who need reduced string tension without sacrificing tonal quality
- Blues and rock soloists who demand effortless string bending for soulful, vocal-like phrasing
Key Features
Hexagonal Steel Core Construction
The hexagonal core wire provides a larger gripping surface for the wrap wire, resulting in superior tuning stability and consistent tension across all six strings. This design ensures your guitar maintains accurate intonation from the nut to the highest frets.
Nickel-Plated Steel Wrap Wire
The nickel-plated steel winding delivers a bright, snappy attack with smooth sustain that works beautifully with both clean and overdriven amplifier tones. This material provides excellent magnetic pickup response while offering a comfortable, smooth feel for extended playing sessions.
Super Light 9-42 Gauge
This lighter gauge set reduces fretting pressure by approximately 20% compared to regular light strings, making bends smoother while actually increasing volume and projection. The .009-inch high E string bends with minimal effort, while the .042-inch low E string maintains solid bass response without excessive tension.
Color-Coded Ball Ends
D'Addario's color-coding system makes string identification instant and foolproof during changes. Each string features a distinctively colored ball end that corresponds to its position, eliminating guesswork and speeding up your restringing process.
Corrosion-Resistant Packaging
Each set comes sealed in protective packaging that prevents oxidation and corrosion during storage. Your strings stay factory-fresh until the moment you're ready to install them, ensuring consistent performance every time.
What's Included
- Three sets of D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings (9-42 gauge)
- Corrosion-resistant protective packaging for each set
- Color-coded ball ends for easy string identification
- Limited warranty against manufacturing defects
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Guitar Type | Electric Guitar |
| Number of Sets | 3 |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Coated | No |
| Core Material | Hexagonal Steel |
| Winding Material | Nickel-Plated Steel |
| Winding Type | Round Wound |
| Gauge | Super Light (9-42) |
| String Gauges | .009, .011, .016, .024w, .032w, .042w |
| Manufacturing | USA (New York) |
| Packaging | Corrosion-Resistant |
| Manufacturer Part Number | EXL120-3D |
Get Your Hands on These Electric Guitar Strings Today
Visit No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls to pick up your D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Super Light 3-pack and discover why these strings are among the most popular in the world. Our experienced staff can help you choose the perfect gauge for your playing style and technique level, and we maintain a complete inventory of D'Addario products for all your electric guitar needs. Contact us today or stop by our Idaho Falls guitar store to experience the comfort and performance of Super Light strings.
