D'ADDARIO EXL150H NICKEL WOUND ELECTRIC GUITAR STRINGS HIGH-STRUNG/NASHVILLE TUNING 10-26
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- High-Strung/Nashville Tuning : uses the higher octave strings from a 12-string set for a bright and "jangle" sound.
- Ideal for studio use : perfect for doubling a 6-string guitar to achieve a precise and sparkling 12-string effect.
- Nickel Wound XL : round steel wire plated with nickel for a clear attack, excellent intonation, and great versatility.
- Optimized durability : eco-friendly and corrosion-resistant packaging to keep strings fresh longer.
Manufacturer Information
D'addario And Co
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The "jangle" sound without switching to a 12-string
The D'Addario EXL150H are designed for Nashville (High-Strung) tuning, a technique highly appreciated by session musicians and producers. The concept is simple: instead of using a standard set, you install on your 6-string guitar the higher octave strings from a 12-string set. The result: a more airy, ultra-defined guitar with the sparkling character typical of pop/rock, country, or indie rhythm parts.
An XL Nickel Wound reference: brightness, accuracy, and longevity
Like all XL nickel-plated wound strings, the EXL150H combine a nickel-plated steel round wire precisely wrapped around a carbon steel core. This construction offers a bright and distinctive tone, excellent intonation, and durability suited for repeated takes and long playing sessions. If you're looking for reliable strings for clean doubling, intricate arpeggios, or guitar layers that immediately sit well in a mix, this set is a safe bet.
Technical specifications
| Format | standard | Nbr of strings | 6 |
| Type of cord attachment | Without | Color | Grey |
| Category | electric | ||
| Model | D'Addario And Co EXL150H | Usage | doubling a 6-string for 12-string effect |
| Type | electric guitar strings | Packaging | eco-friendly and corrosion-resistant |
| Tuning | High-Strung / Nashville Tuning | Manufactured | USA |
| Series | XL Nickel Wound | Gauges | pure steel.010,.014,.009,.012,.019; nickel wound.026 |
| Materials | nickel-plated steel round wire, carbon steel core | Gauge range | 10-26 |
| Sound | bright, sparkling, "jangly" | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Are these strings suitable for Nashville tuning on a 6-string electric guitar?
The set is designed for High-Strung tuning, also called Nashville Tuning, on a 6-string electric guitar. It follows the principle of octave strings from a 12-string set.
What gauge is used for the DâAddario EXL150H?
The listed gauge is 10-26, specifically intended for High-Strung/Nashville use.
What sound is achieved with a Nashville setup?
Nashville tuning provides a more airy and defined range, with a shimmering 'jangle' character. This configuration suits pop/rock, country, or indie rhythm playing and also allows creating doubling effects reminiscent of a 12-string guitar.
What materials are the EXL150H made of?
The wound strings use round nickel-plated steel wire around a carbon steel core. This construction of the XL Nickel Wound series promotes a bright tone and precise intonation.
Are the EXL150H strings corrosion resistant?
An environmentally friendly and corrosion-resistant packaging is specified for this set made in the United States.



