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D'Addario EXL115BT XL Nickel 11-50 Balanced Tension Electric Guitar Strings

11-50

 

EXL115BT is a Balanced Tension set that allows for evenly balanced bending, strumming, fretting, picking, and plucking. XL Nickel Wound electric guitar strings, long recognized as the industry standard, are ideal for a wide range of musical styles.

String Tension Chart
Item #NoteDiameterTension
PL011 E 0.0110 in 19.630 lbs
PL015 B 0.0150 20.490
PL019 G 0.0190 20.710
NW028 D 0.0280 21.120
NW037 A 0.0370 20.230
NW050 E 0.0500 19.680

Product Features

  • Coating: Uncoated
  • Tuning: Standard
  • Number Of Strings: 6
  • Set Type: Sets
  • Wrap Material: Nickel-Plated Steel

  • Balanced Tension sets allow for evenly balanced bending, strumming, fretting, picking, and plucking
  • Round wound with nickel plated steel for distinctive bright tone
  • Environmentally friendly, corrosion resistant packaging for strings that are always fresh
  • All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA
  • String Gauges: Plain Steel .011, .015, .019, Nickel Wound .028, .037, .050

Does D’Addario have an online string tension guide?

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How can I extend the life of my strings?

There are many factors that can affect the lifespan of your strings. Here are some tips to help extend the life of your strings:

1. Wipe down your strings after each use.

D’Addario XT strings, which utilize a proprietary treatment to extend lifespan, while preserving the tone and feel of your favorite uncoated strings. 

these maintenance and care products to prolong string life and performance. 

 

How do I restring my guitar?

Check out the videos to learn the restringing process for electric, acoustic, classical, bass, and other instruments. You will also find videos on restringing, tuning, humidification, and general maintenance.