D'Addario EXL Nickel Wound electric guitar strings pack
D'Addario EXL Nickel Wound electric guitar strings
D'Addario EXL Nickel Wound electric guitar strings at Granata Music
D'Addario EXL Nickel Wound strings package
D'Addario EXL electric guitar strings in store
D'Addario EXL Nickel Wound electric guitar string set
D'Addario EXL Nickel Wound strings, Granata Music
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D'Addario EXL150 12-string Regular Light 10-46 electric guitar strings
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D'Addario EXL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings (EXL110, EXL115, EXL120 & More)

SKU EXL130
Gauge: Extra Super Light (8-38)
$10.40
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About this item

D'Addario EXL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings (EXL110, EXL115, EXL120 & More)

The electric guitar strings more players reach for than any other. D'Addario EXL Nickel Wound strings are the go-to set for everything from first guitars to touring rigs: bright, punchy tone, smooth feel, and tuning that stays put. If you're not sure what to put on your guitar, start here.

Why players choose EXL

  • Bright, balanced tone Nickel-plated steel wrap gives clear highs and a full low end for rock, blues, pop, country and jazz.
  • Stays in tune A hexagonal high-carbon steel core grips the wrap wire for stable tuning and accurate intonation up the neck.
  • Fresh out of the pack Sealed in corrosion-resistant packaging, so they sound as bright on day one as when they left the factory.
  • Quick string changes Colour-coded ball ends make it easy to tell which string goes where.

Which gauge is right for you?

  • Regular Light 10-46 (EXL110) The most popular all-round set and the factory gauge on most electric guitars. Not sure? Pick this one.
  • Super Light 9-42 (EXL120) Easiest to play. Great for beginners, lead playing and big bends.
  • Medium 11-49 (EXL115) Fuller tone and a firmer feel. A favourite for blues, jazz and lower tunings.
  • Light Top Heavy Bottom 10-52 (EXL140) Easy bends on top with tight, chunky lows for rock, metal and drop tunings.
  • Heavy 12-54 (EXL145) Maximum punch and stability for drop tunings and heavy styles.
  • Extra Super Light 8-38 (EXL130) The lightest feel in the range for fast, effortless playing.
  • Jazz Light 12-52 (EJ21) Wound third string for a warm, round tone on jazz and archtop guitars.
  • 12-String Regular Light 10-46 (EXL150) A complete 12-string set for 12-string electric guitars.

Need help choosing?

Going heavier or lighter than what's on your guitar now can change how the neck feels and how it plays in tune, and a quick setup sorts that out. Not sure what you have on there? Bring your guitar in or contact us and we'll help you pick the right set.

Gauges

Extra Super Light (EXL130) .008 .010 .015 .021w .030w .038w
Super Light (EXL120) .009 .011 .016 .024w .032w .042w
Regular Light (EXL110) .010 .013 .017 .026w .036w .046w
Medium (EXL115) .011 .014 .018 .028w .038w .049w
Light Top Heavy Bottom (EXL140) .010 .013 .017 .030w .042w .052w
Jazz Light (EJ21) .012 .016 .024w .032w .042w .052w
Heavy (EXL145) .012 .016 .020 .032w .042w .054w
12-String Regular Light (EXL150) .010/.010 .013/.013 .017/.008 .026w/.012 .036w/.018 .046w/.026w
How to read High E to low E, w marks a wound string

Construction

Strings per pack 6 (12 for EXL150)
Wrap wire Nickel-plated steel
Core Hexagonal high-carbon steel
Winding Round wound
Coated No
Made in USA

Specifications

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Gauges
Extra Super Light (EXL130)
.008 .010 .015 .021w .030w .038w
Super Light (EXL120)
.009 .011 .016 .024w .032w .042w
Regular Light (EXL110)
.010 .013 .017 .026w .036w .046w
Medium (EXL115)
.011 .014 .018 .028w .038w .049w
Light Top Heavy Bottom (EXL140)
.010 .013 .017 .030w .042w .052w
Jazz Light (EJ21)
.012 .016 .024w .032w .042w .052w
Heavy (EXL145)
.012 .016 .020 .032w .042w .054w
12-String Regular Light (EXL150)
.010/.010 .013/.013 .017/.008 .026w/.012 .036w/.018 .046w/.026w
How to read
High E to low E, w marks a wound string
Construction
Strings per pack
6 (12 for EXL150)
Wrap wire
Nickel-plated steel
Core
Hexagonal high-carbon steel
Winding
Round wound
Coated
No
Made in
USA

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Granata Music Roydon
43 Roydon Place, Unit 4, Ottawa, ON

Mon–Fri 10–8 · Sat 10–7 · Sun 12–5

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What payment methods do you accept?
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What's your return policy?
For hygiene reasons, strings, reeds and humidifiers can't be refunded or exchanged. Small packaged items like picks, cables and batteries are exchange only once opened. Other regular-priced items can be exchanged within 14 days at no charge, or refunded within 7 days (less a 5% restocking fee) with the receipt and original packaging. Sale and clearance items, and anything bought with a discount code, are final sale.

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Free setup included

Every guitar purchase includes one complimentary setup by our in-house technicians.

Ask our staff for details at the time of purchase.
7-day refunds

Most regular-priced items are eligible for a refund within 7 days, issued to the original payment method.

5% restocking fee applies · Receipt and original packaging required
14-day exchanges

Regular-priced items may be exchanged within 14 days at no charge.

Some items are exchange-only or final sale. See return details.
Price match

We make every effort to match prices from authorized Canadian retailers.

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Expert adviceOur team can help you choose the right instrument or accessory in store.
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In-store pickupOrder online and pick up in store. We're located across from Costco, with parking right outside.
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Service after the sale

In-house repairsRepairs and setups are completed on site. An estimate is provided when your instrument is checked in.
Lessons under one roofGuitar, piano, voice, drums, bass, violin and more. Your first trial lesson is free.
Studio & rehearsal roomsBook recording time at Granata Studios or rent a rehearsal room by the hour.

Community

Family-run since 1984Founded by Nello Granata and run by his son, Gino, since 2008.
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Open mic nightsWe host open mic nights in store. Visit our blog for upcoming dates.
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Returns & exchanges

Changed your mind?

Regular-priced items may be exchanged within 14 days, and most are eligible for a refund within 7 days.

  • 14-day exchanges: Regular-priced items may be exchanged within 14 days at no charge.
  • 7-day refunds: Most regular-priced items are eligible for a refund within 7 days, issued to the original payment method. A 5% restocking fee applies. Please provide your receipt and the original packaging.
  • Boxed items: Items such as amplifiers, pedals and keyboards may be opened for inspection. To qualify for a refund, they must be returned unused, undamaged and complete in the original box.
  • Exchange only: Books, sheet music, opened packaged accessories and any item that comes into contact with the mouth are eligible for exchange only.
  • Non-returnable: For hygiene reasons, drums, humidifiers, strings, cymbals, reeds, and brass and woodwind instruments cannot be refunded or exchanged.
  • Final sale: Sale and clearance items, and items purchased with a discount code, are final sale and cannot be refunded or exchanged.
  • Shipping: Shipping charges are non-refundable.
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