D'ADDARIO 09-42 Super Light Coated 2-Pack
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Maximum lifespan: D'Addario's most durable electric guitar strings, thanks to the ultra-thin XS coating and its high level of protection.
- Fast and silky feel: discreet coating on the wound strings + polymer treatment on the steel strings, for a smooth sensation without losing contact.
- Bright and defined tone: premium nickel-plated steel wrap for more clarity, attack, sustain, and output level.
- Enhanced tuning stability: NY Steel core + Fusion Twist technology, with tuning stability claimed to be up to 131% better than standard electric guitar strings.
Manufacturer Information
D'addario And Co
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A Super Light 9-42 Set Designed for Comfort and Bends
This 9-42 "Super Light" gauge is ideal if you are looking for electric guitar strings that are very flexible, easy to bend, and pleasant for vibratos, bends, and fast playing. The XS series delivers a true "new" feel for longer: it glides better under the fingers, fret noise is better controlled, and the sound remains lively, with rich harmonics and great definition, even after long sessions.
Technical specifications
| Tension | Extra soft | 1st cord pull | 9 |
| Category | electric | Special feature | XS coating |
| Type | electric guitar strings | Core | NY Steel (high carbon steel) |
| Series | D'Addario XS Nickel | Technology | Fusion Twist |
| Gauge | 9-42 (Super Light) | Durability | enhanced break resistance |
| Flexibility | very flexible, easy to bend | Tuning stability | claimed up to 131% better than standard electric guitar strings |
| Coating | ultra-thin XS film on each wound string | Packaging | resealable and recyclable VCI pouch |
| Treatment | specific polymer treatment on steel (unwound) strings | Registration code | code on the pouch for registration and Players Circle points |
| Wrap material | premium nickel-plated steel | Manufacturing | USA, produced in the state of New York |
| Tone | bright, with increased output level, attack, sustain, clarity, and definition | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Are 9-42 gauge strings suitable for bends?
The 9-42 gauge, designated Super Light, offers extra soft tension. It facilitates bends, vibratos, and fast playing due to its high flexibility.
Does the XS coating change the playing feel?
The ultra-thin XS coating is applied to each wound string. A specific polymer treatment is applied to the plain steel strings. This better controls finger friction and helps maintain a fresh feel for longer.
What tone do the D'Addario XS Nickel 9-42 strings produce?
The premium nickel-plated steel combined with a NY Steel core delivers a bright tone with attack and sustain. Definition and output level are also reported to be enhanced.
How many sets are included in the D'Addario 09-42 Super Light Coated 2-Pack?
This reference is offered as a 2-Pack, meaning two sets of 9-42 gauge strings.
Where are these D'Addario XS strings made?
Manufacturing takes place in the United States, in the state of New York. Each resealable, recyclable VCI pouch includes a registration code for the Players Circle program.
