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product_id: 50447980
title: "D'Addario EXL130 Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, Extra-Super Light, 8-38"
brand: "d'addario"
price: "7.81 OMR"
currency: OMR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "D'addario"
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region: Oman
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# 8-38 gauge, extra-super light strings Hex-Core tech for perfect intonation Made in USA, premium quality D'Addario EXL130 Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, Extra-Super Light, 8-38

**Brand:** d'addario
**Price:** 7.81 OMR
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Play fast, sound sharp, stay legendary.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** D'Addario EXL130 Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, Extra-Super Light, 8-38 by d'addario
- **How much does it cost?** 7.81 OMR with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## 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

- • **Bright Nickel-Plated Tone:** Cut through the mix with a versatile, bright tone that adapts seamlessly across genres, from blues to metal.
- • **Ultra-Light Gauge for Speed:** Experience lightning-fast playability with extra-super light 8-38 gauge strings, perfect for intricate solos and effortless bends.
- • **Precision Hex-Core Construction:** Enjoy flawless intonation and consistent feel thanks to D'Addario’s proprietary Hex-Core technology—engineered for professional reliability.
- • **Exclusive Players Circle Rewards:** Join the elite—register your strings and earn points in D’Addario’s Players Circle for exclusive perks and community access.
- • **Enduring Durability & Tune Stability:** Play hard and long—these strings maintain their tone and tuning stability session after session, reducing downtime.

## Overview

D'Addario EXL130 Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings are extra-super light (8-38 gauge) strings crafted in the USA with Hex-Core technology for perfect intonation and durability. Nickel-plated steel wrap delivers a bright, versatile tone ideal for fast, precise playing styles. Designed for professionals seeking speed and clarity, these strings also offer tune stability and reward points through the Players Circle program.

## Description

Buy D'Addario EXL130 Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, Extra-Super Light, 8-38. Free delivery and returns on eligible orders.

Review: Extra super light string set for electric guitar: very good, but make sure you understand what you're getting... - I bought these as an experiment: I usually use D'Addario .009 or .010 sets, depending on the instrument. Very light indeed on a 25.5" (Strat/Tele) scale guitar tuned to standard pitch. I would regard these as almost unplayably light on a 24.75" scale (Gibson). For me, the bass strings in particular are simply too light: you need a very light touch to avoid bending these strings out of tune as you fret them. Great for very low action, big bends and single notes on the treble strings: not so wonderful for rhythm. The lack of volume and 'weight' from the wound strings is immediately obvious. These might be a better choice for instruments with active pickups, low frets and flatter radius fingerboards, and for players who are more concerned with sheer speed than quality of tone. Might be useful for a player with tendinitis or related hand problems, looking for low tension. Otherwise, the usual sterling D'Addario quality: they last well and hold tune after stretching in. D'Addarios are consistently the best strings I have used without paying silly money.
Review: really good value. My go to strings now - I tend to use this brand for all my guitars because they last well, sound good and are great value. The extra lights are quite scary at first because they seem so flimsy (especially after a few hours of playing a base), but you can bend them to death and it forces to play gently and accurately to get a clear sound.

## 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 | B000EEHDK2 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 4,845 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 203 in Guitar Strings |
| Body Material | Plated Nickel |
| Colour | Extra-Super Light | EXL130 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (264) |
| Date First Available | 18 Aug. 2007 |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | Extra light |
| Item Weight | 0.1 g |
| Item model number | EXL130 |
| Material Type | Nickel Wound Extra Super Light |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Product Dimensions | 11.18 x 11.18 x 0.25 cm; 0.1 g |
| Size | 1-Pack |
| String Gauge | Extra Super Light |
| String Material | Nickel |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** D'Addario
- **Colour:** Extra-Super Light | EXL130
- **Instrument:** Electric Guitar
- **String gauge:** Extra Super Light
- **String material type:** Nickel

## Images

![D'Addario EXL130 Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, Extra-Super Light, 8-38 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81FiHhda9XL.jpg)

## 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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Extra super light string set for electric guitar: very good, but make sure you understand what you're getting...
*by P***S on 18 December 2014*

I bought these as an experiment: I usually use D'Addario .009 or .010 sets, depending on the instrument. Very light indeed on a 25.5" (Strat/Tele) scale guitar tuned to standard pitch. I would regard these as almost unplayably light on a 24.75" scale (Gibson). For me, the bass strings in particular are simply too light: you need a very light touch to avoid bending these strings out of tune as you fret them. Great for very low action, big bends and single notes on the treble strings: not so wonderful for rhythm. The lack of volume and 'weight' from the wound strings is immediately obvious. These might be a better choice for instruments with active pickups, low frets and flatter radius fingerboards, and for players who are more concerned with sheer speed than quality of tone. Might be useful for a player with tendinitis or related hand problems, looking for low tension. Otherwise, the usual sterling D'Addario quality: they last well and hold tune after stretching in. D'Addarios are consistently the best strings I have used without paying silly money.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ really good value. My go to strings now
*by D***S on 14 June 2020*

I tend to use this brand for all my guitars because they last well, sound good and are great value. The extra lights are quite scary at first because they seem so flimsy (especially after a few hours of playing a base), but you can bend them to death and it forces to play gently and accurately to get a clear sound.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant strings
*by D***G on 14 May 2024*

They feel great, they sound great…nuff said.

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