D’Addario XT Nickel 10–46 Electric Guitar Strings – Long-Lasting Coated Tone
Classic Nickel Tone with Extended String Life
The D’Addario XT Nickel 10–46 Electric Guitar Strings are designed for players who want the familiar sound and feel of traditional nickel strings with significantly longer lifespan. Featuring D’Addario’s advanced XT coating, these strings deliver enhanced durability, improved pitch stability, and superior corrosion resistance — all while retaining the natural response of uncoated strings.
Perfect for daily practice, live performance, and studio sessions, XT Nickel strings provide consistent tone and reliability set after set.
XT Coating for Durability Without Sacrificing Feel
Unlike heavily coated strings that can feel slippery or dull, XT coating is applied to each individual string, offering protection against sweat, dirt, and corrosion without compromising brightness or touch sensitivity. The result is a smooth, natural feel with longer-lasting performance and tone.
NY Steel Core for Strength and Tuning Stability
Beneath the coating, XT Nickel strings are built around a NY Steel core, known for exceptional strength and tuning stability. Combined with nickel-plated steel wrap wire and Fusion Twist technology, these strings deliver improved break resistance and consistent intonation, even under aggressive playing.
10–46 Gauge for Balanced Tone and Playability
The 10–46 Regular Light gauge is D’Addario’s most popular electric string set, offering a perfect balance between flexibility and punch. Ideal for bending, rhythm playing, and lead work, this gauge suits a wide range of musical styles and playing techniques.
🎯 Ideal For
• Electric guitarists who want longer-lasting strings
• Players who prefer natural feel over heavy coatings
• Live performers and studio musicians
• Rock, blues, pop, metal, and versatile styles
📌 Specifications
Type
• Electric guitar strings
Material
• Nickel-plated steel wrap wire
• NY Steel core
Coating
• XT advanced corrosion-resistant coating (individual string coating)
Technology
• Fusion Twist for added strength
• Enhanced break resistance and tuning stability
Gauge
• 10–46 (Regular Light)
Tone Character
• Bright, balanced, and natural