D'ADDARIO EXL120 SUPER LIGHT 9-42
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Essential Information About D'Addario EXL120 Super Light 9-42 Strings
Essential Information About D'Addario EXL120 Super Light 9-42 Strings
- Gauge 9-42: soft feel, easy bends, and great flexibility for electric guitar
- Bright and cutting tone: ideal for precise attacks and standout riffs
- Robust construction: nickel-plated steel winding on a carbon steel core for good durability and reliable intonation
- Eco-friendly anti-corrosion packaging: strings better protected, staying "fresh" longer
Manufacturer Information
D'addario And Co
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A Classic Choice for Light and Precise Playing
A bestseller in the XL range, the D'Addario EXL120 set is a reliable choice for guitarists seeking a "super light" feel without sacrificing definition. The round nickel-plated steel wound strings deliver a distinctive brightness and dynamic response, suitable for rock, blues, pop, as well as more modern sounds. Made in the USA, they offer an excellent balance of playing comfort, tuning stability, and durability, making them a go-to option for equipping many electric guitars.
Technical specifications
| Format | standard | Nbr of strings | 6 |
| Type of cord attachment | Without | Color | Grey |
| Category | electric | ||
| Type | electric guitar strings | Wound string material | nickel-plated steel |
| Series | D'Addario XL Nickel Wound | Core | carbon steel |
| Model | EXL120 | Packaging | eco-friendly, corrosion-resistant |
| Gauge | Super Light 9-42 | Manufactured | USA |
| Construction | round wound | Sizes | plain steel .009, .011, .016; nickel wound .024, .032, .042 |
Customer reviews
What customers say
Summarized and selected by AI from recent customer reviews
Customers praised these guitar strings for their excellent quality, durability, and affordability. Many have used them for decades, noting 'good sound, good longevity' and 'minimal buzz with a very light feel.' The strings are described as flexible, ideal for bends, and suitable for various playing styles including blues, rock, and jazz.
Review highlights
- “Awesome strings, minimal buzz and a very light feel.”
- “Using these strings for several decades, good sound, good longevity.”
- “Very flexible, ideal for bends.”
Based on 24 reviews
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Good rope game, we always write down the color marbles to tell us which strings go where. But I am not as happy with this game as it seemed. However, it is still a very good product.
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The best brand with the best understanding of super lights... for electric guitar... a must...
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For me it's the ideal game with an acceptable pull for my fingers. Blues; rock; jazz game.
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really nice strings with a good sound, they are suitable for all types of playing!
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I have been using these strings for several decades, good sound, good longevity.
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Questions frequently asked
What is the gauge of the D'Addario EXL120 Nickel Wound Super Light strings?
The set features a Super Light gauge 9-42, designed for a light and precise playing feel.
Are these 9-42 strings suitable for an electric guitar?
This model is intended for 6-string electric guitars. Its round wound construction uses nickel-plated steel strings.
What tone do the EXL120 strings provide?
The nickel-plated steel round wound offers a distinct brightness and dynamic response. This setup is suitable for rock, blues, pop genres, and modern sounds.
What is the composition of the D'Addario XL Nickel Wound EXL120 strings?
The wound strings are made of nickel-plated steel wrapped around a carbon steel core. This reference belongs to the D'Addario XL Nickel Wound series.
Are the D'Addario EXL120 strings made in the USA?
They are manufactured in the USA. The eco-friendly packaging is designed to resist corrosion, protecting all 6 strings in the set.



