--- product_id: 48503280 title: "XL Nickel EXL120-3D Electric Guitar Strings, 09-42, 3 Sets | XL Nickel electric guitar strings deliver bright tone, accurate intonation, reliable durability, and consistent feel." brand: "d'addario" price: "¥7329" currency: JPY in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "D'addario" url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/48503280-xl-nickel-exl120-3d-electric-guitar-strings-09-42-3 store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # Super light .09-.42 gauge Hex-core for perfect intonation Made in USA precision XL Nickel EXL120-3D Electric Guitar Strings, 09-42, 3 Sets | XL Nickel electric guitar strings deliver bright tone, accurate intonation, reliable durability, and consistent feel. **Brand:** d'addario **Price:** ¥7329 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Dial in your tone, dominate your stage with D’Addario XL Nickel! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** XL Nickel EXL120-3D Electric Guitar Strings, 09-42, 3 Sets | XL Nickel electric guitar strings deliver bright tone, accurate intonation, reliable durability, and consistent feel. by d'addario - **How much does it cost?** ¥7329 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/48503280-xl-nickel-exl120-3d-electric-guitar-strings-09-42-3) ## Best For - d'addario enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted d'addario brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Triple Pack Value:** Three sets of premium strings to keep you always stage-ready - • **Durability That Lasts:** Engineered for reliable performance, string after string - • **Bright, Versatile Tone:** Nickel-plated steel wrap delivers crisp sound across genres - • **Exclusive Rewards Access:** Register to earn points and unlock gear, swag & early releases - • **Precision Hex-Core Design:** Ensures consistent feel and flawless intonation every time ## Overview D'Addario XL Nickel EXL120-3D electric guitar strings are super light gauge (.09-.42) nickel-plated steel strings made in the USA with proprietary hex-core technology for perfect intonation, bright tone, and long-lasting durability. Sold in a convenient 3-pack, these strings are favored by top artists and come with exclusive rewards through the Players Circle program. ## Description From the manufacturer DIAL IT IN. CRANK IT UP. XL Nickel Wound, D'Addario's most popular electric strings, are precision wound with nickel plated steel onto a carefully drawn, hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core. XL Nickel electric strings deliver a bright tone and precise intonation, ideal for a wide range of musical styles. D'Addario Electric Guitar Strings XL Nickel Wound XT Nickel NYXL XL Chromes XL Half Rounds XL Pro Steels XL Pure Nickel Round Wound ROUND, WOUND, AND RESPONSIVE. Round wound strings have a feel and tone familiar to players plus durability and precise intonation. Hex Core Construction Six Sides of Stability The precision drawn hex core was pioneered by D’Addario, to allow the wrap wire to grip the core. String Winding Technology Wound to Perfection 700,000 times a day String winding equipment built by D'Addario creates between 500,000 and 700,000 strings per day. Wire Drawing Exact Standards, Extraordinary Sounds. D'Addario's wire drawing machines produce wire to our specs, yielding high performance products. Brandi Carlile Mark Knopfler Jimmy Herring "D’Addario strings are a very important part of the technical quilt that make up my tone. Whether we're in the studio or on stage, my band and I only use D’Addario." Brandi Plays XL Nickel 10-52 "I use D’Addario strings on everything, acoustic and electric. In 30 years I’ve never had a bad string on a guitar." Mark Plays XL Nickel 09-42 "I’ve been using D’Addario strings as long as I can remember, and I've experimented with a lot of gauges." Jimmy Plays XL Nickel 10-46 GET REWARDED PLAYING D’ADDARIO JUST GOT MORE REWARDING! Join Players Circle and get rewarded with free stuff and other perks just for playing D’Addario. REGISTER YOUR PRODUCTS REGISTER YOUR PLAYERS CIRCLE CODE Register the Players Circle code printed inside your package to start earning points. REDEEM YOUR POINTS REDEEM FOR GEAR, MERCHANDISE & SWAG Watch your points add up and redeem them for all things D'Addario. EXCLUSIVE ACCESS ACCESS TO BETA TESTING & EXCLUSIVE PROMOTIONS Players Circle members get first dibs on testing new products, before anyone even knows they exist. Review: Great strings - Great strings Review: Great value! The real deal! - Great value! The real deal! BTW, a friend of mine bought a load of spurious strings at bargain prices from China ... those strings keep breaking! ## Features - PERFECT INTONATION: Our best-selling electric guitar strings, these XL Nickel strings deliver perfect intonation, consistent feel and reliable durability. - VERSATILE, BRIGHT TONE – Nickel-plated steel wrap wire provides a bright, versatile electric guitar tone, great for a variety of musical genres. - FOR THE ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE – Like all D’Addario electric guitar strings, XL Nickel are made with our proprietary Hex-Core, ensuring perfect intonation, consistent feel, and reliable durability. - EARN REWARD POINTS - XL Nickel sets have a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points. - MADE IN THE USA – XL Nickel electric guitar strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000CC4JFS | | Best Sellers Rank | 15 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 4 in Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Metal | | Brand | D'Addario | | Brand Name | D'Addario | | Coating Description | nickel | | Coating description | nickel | | Colour | Black | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 1,095 Reviews | | Finish Type | Uncoated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954126100 | | Importer Contact Information | Gretex Audiotech LLP | | Included Components | 3-pack of 09-42 Super Light Electric Guitar Strings | | Instrument | Electric Guitar | | Item Type Name | D'Addario EXL120-3D XL Nickel Wound Super Light (.009-.042) Electric Guitar Strings 3-Pack | | Item Weight | 0.1 Pounds | | Manufacturer | D'Addario | | Manufacturer Contact Information | D'Addario &Co. Inc | | Manufacturer Part Number | EXL120-3D | | Material Type | Nickel | | Model Name | EXL120-3D | | Model Number | EXL120-3D | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 3 | | Packer Contact Information | Dexter Ventures Pvt. Ltd | | Product Warranty | 2 year manufacturer. | | Recommended Uses For Product | Electric guitar | | Set Name | 3-pack | | Sound Profile | Bright | | String Gauge | Super Light | | String Material Type | Nickel | | String gauge | Super Light | | String material type | Nickel | | UPC | 019954126100 | | Unit Count | 3 unité | ## Product Details - **Brand:** D'Addario - **Colour:** Black - **Instrument:** Electric Guitar - **String gauge:** Super Light - **String material type:** Nickel ## Images ![XL Nickel EXL120-3D Electric Guitar Strings, 09-42, 3 Sets | XL Nickel electric guitar strings deliver bright tone, accurate intonation, reliable durability, and consistent feel. - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81M3aE5zsnL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size Name, Style Name** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Hi my sons guitar teacher said I should be looking for this make of string for him but should get 8 gauge strings. would these be the right ones?** A: 8s or 9s will be fine (as someone else said here, most guitars are set up for 9s when manufactured). One thing though, I know it was 3 years ago, but Dizzy Dave Willis is completely wrong. He says that the greater the gauge, the less tension required, but the exact opposite is the case. **Q: How long are the baritone version of these? I'm looking at using them on a bass vi and tuning it b-b** A: Hi to be honest I don't know. However, I did find all strings to have at least 12" (30cm) length more than needed for a standard sized 12 string guitar. Excellent quality and for the price I would "suggest" worth a punt. Cheers now ... **Q: What size would you guys reccommend for a floyd rose bridge? The mediums seem to have too much tension, but the medium lights are too bright...** A: 10's are a great standard if you want a little extra stability and power at standard tuning or Eb. If you prefer bends, or have a light touch, 9's are the way to go. And as suggested in a previous post hybrid gauges should provide the best of both!Setup adjustment is usually required when changing string tension on a floyd rose trem, if you find the bridge is lifting, adjust the springs on the rear of the guitar to compensate and retune. There are great guides on how to do this online or else see your nearest tech!Thanks,Paulguitar.co.uk **Q: Hi, are these suitable for a lap steel build? Making one for my son and know very little about guitars. If not can you recommend something. Thanks** A: I play conventional electric and acoustic/electric guitars (including slide playing), but not a lap steel, so I'm not ideally placed to advise. However, I can strongly recommend D'Addario strings as I've used them for many years with total satisfaction, but I'd suggest you do an internet search for advice on stringing i.e., which gauge will suit your son best, then check out D'Addario for a match on Amazon. D'Addario have a range of at least 4 different gauges for pedal steel. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great strings *by B***O on 22 January 2026* Great strings ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great value! The real deal! *by R***R on 9 June 2026* Great value! The real deal! BTW, a friend of mine bought a load of spurious strings at bargain prices from China ... those strings keep breaking! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great strings *by I***M on 4 November 2025* Nice, bright tone. ## Frequently Bought Together - D'Addario Guitar Strings - XL Nickel Electric Guitar Strings - EXL120-3D - Perfect Intonation, Consistent Feel, Reliable Durability - For 6 String Guitars - 09-42 Super Light, 3-Pack - D'Addario Accessories Pro-Winder Guitar String Winder, Cutter, Bridge Pin Puller - All in One Guitar Tool - Black - D'Addario Acoustic Guitar Strings - 80/20 Bronze - For 6 String Guitars - Deep, Bright, Projecting Tone - Deep, Bright, Projecting Tone - EJ11-3D - Light, 12-53 - 3-Pack --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.jp/products/48503280-xl-nickel-exl120-3d-electric-guitar-strings-09-42-3](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/48503280-xl-nickel-exl120-3d-electric-guitar-strings-09-42-3) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-08-26*