D'Addario XS Nickel-Plated 7-String Electric Guitar Strings - .010-.056 | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls

D'Addario XS Nickel-Plated Steel Electric Guitar Strings bring the company's acclaimed XS coating technology to 7-string players for the first time, combining iconic D'Addario tone with a lifespan that far outlasts traditional uncoated sets. The ultra-thin XS film coating addresses the most common complaints about coated strings — reduced playability, excessive string noise, and uneven aging between wound and plain strings — delivering a smooth, fast feel that doesn't compromise tone or sustain. These are a standout choice for any 7-string player who demands long-lasting performance alongside rich, well-defined tone from the lowest extended-range note to the highest.

Product Overview

At the core of every XS string is D'Addario's NY Steel hex core, the same foundation used in their widely trusted NYXL and XT electric string lines. The hexagonal profile gives the outer winding more surface area to grip, producing tighter winding consistency, better intonation, and improved tuning stability across the full seven-string range. Fusion Twist technology further locks the winding in place by eliminating slack at the point where the wrap wire terminates, preventing the loosening and unraveling that shortens the life of conventional string sets.

What sets the XS line apart from other coated strings is D'Addario's decision to coat both the wound strings and the plain steel trebles. Most competing coated sets only treat the wound strings, leading to an uneven aging process where the lower strings outlast the upper ones. By applying an ultra-thin film to every string in the set, D'Addario ensures a consistent tonal experience across the entire lifespan of the strings — no more replacing a full set just because your plain strings have gone dead.

The nickel-plated steel winding delivers the warm, balanced tone that has made D'Addario a standard in studios and on stages worldwide, with rich harmonics, clear note definition, and a smooth feel that suits fast lead work, complex chord voicings, and heavy rhythm playing alike. For 7-string players pushing into extended-range territory, the .056 low B string provides solid fundamental response and clear articulation even at lower tunings.

Ideal For

• 7-string electric guitarists seeking coated strings that deliver long-lasting tone without sacrificing feel or playability
• Metal and progressive rock players who need reliable intonation and tuning stability across the full extended range
• Players upgrading from uncoated strings who want coated electric guitar strings that age evenly across all seven strings
• Studio and touring guitarists who want to reduce string changes without accepting any compromise in tonal quality
• D'Addario NYXL or XT players looking to extend string life while retaining the same NY Steel core performance they trust

Key Features

Ultra-Thin XS Coating on All Strings

D'Addario's XS coating is applied to both wound and plain steel strings, eliminating the uneven aging that plagues conventional coated sets. The ultra-thin film extends string life while preserving natural tone, sustain, and the smooth, fast feel players expect from a premium electric string.

NY Steel Hex Core

The high-carbon NY Steel hexagonal core provides an angular surface for the wrap wire to grip, delivering tighter winding, better intonation, and greater pitch stability compared to round-core alternatives. This is the same core technology found in D'Addario's NYXL and XT series.

Fusion Twist Technology

D'Addario's Fusion Twist process locks the winding wire at the string's termination point, eliminating slack and preventing unraveling. The result is improved tuning stability and a longer-lasting winding that holds its integrity under repeated bending and heavy playing.

Digitally Controlled Winding

Every XS string is wound using D'Addario's digitally controlled process, ensuring consistent tension, gauge, and tonal character from set to set. Players can restring with confidence that each new set will perform identically to the last.

Extended-Range .056 Low B

The seventh string in this set is gauged at .056, providing a firm, defined low B with strong fundamental response and clear articulation — even when tuned down. The XS coating and hex core foundation ensure this string holds its intonation and stability just as reliably as the upper six.

What's Included

• 1 set D'Addario XS Nickel-Plated Steel 7-String Electric Guitar Strings (.010, .013, .017p, .026w, .036, .046, .056)
• D'Addario manufacturer guarantee

Technical Specifications

Get Your Hands on These 7-String Guitar Strings Today

Find D'Addario XS 7-String Strings at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls, where we carry a full range of electric guitar strings for standard and extended-range players. Stop by the shop or order online — our team is ready to help you find the right string for your tuning, gauge preference, and playing style.