Product Detail
EXL120-8 builds on D'Addario's well - loved EXL120 - 7 set. It adds a wound 065 (tuned to F#), crafting a super - light gauge set perfect for 8 - string electric guitars. This mix offers powerful low - end for heavy chording and flexible plain steel strings for easy bending. XL Nickel Wound strings, D'Addario's top - selling electric guitar strings, are precisely wound with nickel - plated steel around a high - carbon steel core. They have a long - lasting, bright tone and great intonation, suitable for various guitars and music styles. Tuned for 8 - string electrics at F#, B, E, A, D, G, B, E. The round - wound nickel - plated steel gives a distinct bright tone. The strings come in eco - friendly, corrosion - resistant packaging to keep them fresh. Made in the USA for top - notch quality and performance. String Gauges: Plain Steel .009, .011, .016; Nickel Wound .024, .032, .042, .046, .065. PLU: EXL1208
Using these D'Addario 8 - string electric guitar strings is easy. First, make sure your guitar is tuned to F#, B, E, A, D, G, B, E. Then, start replacing the old strings one by one with the new ones. For bending notes, use the plain steel strings as they are more flexible. When it comes to maintenance, after each use, wipe the strings with a clean cloth to remove sweat and dirt. This will help keep the bright tone for longer. Avoid exposing the strings to extreme humidity or temperature as it can affect their performance. If you're not using the strings for a while, keep them in their original, corrosion - resistant packaging. And always remember, these high - quality strings are made in the USA, so you can expect great performance.
