--- product_id: 1363518 title: "D'Addario NYXL1046 Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, Regular Light, 10-46 | NYXL electric guitar strings deliver enhanced tuning stability, greater strength, dynamic range, and bright tone." brand: "d'addario" price: "$27.56" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/1363518-daddario-nyxl1046-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-regular-light-10 store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Enhanced 1-3.5 kHz presence 131% tuning stability 40% stronger strings D'Addario NYXL1046 Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, Regular Light, 10-46 | NYXL electric guitar strings deliver enhanced tuning stability, greater strength, dynamic range, and bright tone. **Brand:** d'addario **Price:** $27.56 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Elevate your tone, outlast the competition. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** D'Addario NYXL1046 Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, Regular Light, 10-46 | NYXL electric guitar strings deliver enhanced tuning stability, greater strength, dynamic range, and bright tone. by d'addario - **How much does it cost?** $27.56 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/1363518-daddario-nyxl1046-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-regular-light-10) ## 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 - • **Unmatched Strength:** Strings 40% stronger to handle aggressive bends and intense play. - • **Cut Through the Noise:** Nickel-plated steel wrap delivers a bright, crunchy tone that dominates the mix. - • **Stay Sharp, Stay Tuned:** 131% better tuning stability means your riffs never miss a beat. - • **Play More, Replace Less:** Durable design keeps you jamming longer with less downtime. - • **Made in NYC, Made for Pros:** Crafted in the USA with precision for the discerning guitarist. ## Overview D'Addario NYXL1046 electric guitar strings feature a revolutionary high-carbon steel core and nickel-plated steel wrap, delivering 131% greater tuning stability and 40% increased strength. Engineered in New York, these uncoated strings provide a bright, aggressive sound with enhanced mid-range frequencies (1-3.5 kHz) to help you cut through any mix. Ideal for professional and passionate guitarists seeking durability and superior performance. ## Description D’Addario NYXL guitar strings will bend further, sing louder, and stay in tune better than any string you’ve played before. Envisioned, perfected, and manufactured by D’Addario in New York, this newly engineered, break-resistant, high-carbon steel core and plain steel alloy delivers a whole new level of freedom, confidence, and power. NYXL’s provide more strength and up to 131% greater tuning stability by utilizing a completely reinvented wire drawing process coupled with a revolutionary “fusion twist” process for the plain steels. The reformulated nickel plated string windings have greater magnetic properties resulting in higher output and enhanced mid-range frequency response for more presence and crunch. ## Features - PREMIUM GUITAR STRING - NYXLs are our premium uncoated electric strings, delivering unrivaled strength and tuning stability, plus enhanced mid-range. - CUT THROUGH THE MIX – The premium nickel-plated steel wrap wire used for NYXLs provides accentuated frequency response in the 1 - 3.5 kHz range, so you get more presence and crunch to cut through the mix. - STAYS IN TUNE, STRONGER STRING - Stays in tune 131% better than standard strings, while the NY Steel core wire makes them up to 40% stronger—bent two whole steps higher, NYXL strings are still at less than 75% of their breaking point. - EARN REWARD POINTS - NYXL strings come with a code which you can register to earn Players Circle points. - MADE IN THE USA – NYXL electric guitar strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B00IZCSX9U | | Best Sellers Rank | #31 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #3 in Electric Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Steel | | Brand Name | D'Addario | | Coating Description | coated | | Color | zwart | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (5,407) 4.8 out of 5 stars | | Finish Type | Uncoated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954905569 | | Included Components | Guitar Strings | | Instrument | Electric Guitar | | Item Type Name | Electric Guitar Strings | | Item Weight | 1.12 ounces | | Manufacturer | D'Addario &Co. Inc | | Manufacturer Part Number | NYXL1046 | | Material Type | Stainless Steel | | Model Name | NYXL1046 | | Model Number | NYXL1046 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Electric Guitar | | Set Name | NYXL1046 | | Sound Profile | Bright, Aggressive | | String Gauge | Light | | String Material Type | Nickel-Plated | | Upc | 019954905569 | | Warranty Description | Replaced if defective. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** D'Addario - **Color:** zwart - **Instrument:** Electric Guitar - **String Gauge:** Light - **String Material Type:** Nickel-Plated ## Images ![D'Addario NYXL1046 Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, Regular Light, 10-46 | NYXL electric guitar strings deliver enhanced tuning stability, greater strength, dynamic range, and bright tone. - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81hSpHAXT4L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Pattern Name, Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What is thw difference between Balanced and Not Balanced versions?** A: In producing a Balanced Tension set, D'Addario has attempted to make the string tension of all six strings as equal as possible. The benefit to the play is that pressing on one string feels essentially the same as pressing on any other string. This is especially important for string-bending. Once you learn how much pressure is necessary to bend one string to increase the pitch 1/2 step (for example), the same pressure will increase the pitch 1/2 step on any other string. **Q: Are these strings coated? The "XL" implies so...** A: NYXL strings are not coated, and XL is just a product series/family name, which does not imply any specific product specs. - Steve @ D'Addario **Q: So what do you Blues players have to say about these strings?** A: Depends on the type of blues you play.... If you lean more toward "Delta", you probably wont like these much 'cause they give you more bottom end and highs and get rid of that muddy low-mid much sought-after in that style. Otherwise, many of us who pursue the more recent guitar gods (aka Hendrix, Stevie Ray, Page, etc.) will probably find these strings to be a nice "push" - to some, it will be like adding well-needed air to a deflating balloon. **Q: Ya but does it djent?** A: My answer is yes. Great for metal and black metal. Not sure about math metal but I would stick with yes. Nita Strauss does solo work in heavy metal and only uses these strings. Same goes for me , and the many guitarists I play with. Used them in Vegas and received many compliments. To really enhance your sound your pedal board will need some adjustments.. You can also check https:/djenthub.com. Between my son, who has ten Solar guitars ,and my seven guitars, esp my Steve Vai blue floral jemm 77p and my Nita Strauss signature jiva 10 these are the only strings we use Good luck is your decision. Just keep in mind we all hear and feel things differently but so many of the musicians I play with all use these strings. Keep on rockin. And keep metal alive ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Guitar strings hands down *by on Reviewed in the United States December 23, 2021* TL;DR: These things are some sort of magic steel forged from Dwarven Mithril. The hype is real, D'addario are string wizards.Like a lot of guitarists, I never really cared that much about strings. Sure I've had packs that I liked more than others, sure I have a gauge that I prefer, but I was never overly picky and never saw the point in buying expensive strings. In fact, I had a bad experience with some premium Elixers years and years ago that probably wasn't indicative of how good Elixer strings actually are, but it pretty much put me off of ever buying strings priced over $5.After recently having multiple strings break while restringing with more affordable strings, I decided to finally give NYXL strings a try. I've always heard that they are really good but never gave in to the hype.It's kind of hard to accurately describe these strings. They are phenomenal really. They have a feel that no other string I've tried has. There's like a slightly tighter tension there, but the resistance is still at the level I want for bending. I like 10s because I want easier bends, but still have more push back and resistance than a set of 9s (which feel like spaghetti noodles to me). These things feel almost like the tension of 11s (which I used to use for many years until I realized they were killing my fingers) but are so easy to play. They almost have like a very slightly waxy feel, which honestly feels amazing under your fingers. It probably sounds silly but they honestly do have a premium feel to them. I had zero issues stringing these up, and didn't need to pre-stretch them near as much as other strings I've used. They also just straight up stay in tune. I've only had to retune my LP slightly, and my Tele is rock solid. I can imagine these working really well for trems.I normally can't tell the difference between how strings sound. Since I've switched from 11s to 10s I can't tell a difference from either gauge besides feel. But these strings are obviously louder with a punchier mid range. Personally I'm not a huge fan of how bright and shrill a brand new set of strings can be, but these don't have that issue. The bright treble is definitely there, but the mid range is so much more pronounced, which is what I like personally. I never thought I'd prefer the sound of one set of strings to another, but these really do make my guitars sound the way I feel they were meant to sound. They really fill out to sound of my Tele as well which was a pleasant surprise.I've been playing these for hours on end on both my Tele and LP for almost a week now while playing at home and rehearsal in my band. I can't see any real signs of wear. Normally around this time I've worn in a new set of strings pretty thoroughly but this are still pretty close to looking new. More importantly they still sound just as bright as a fresh pack.The fact that D'addario offers a points reward system as well is pretty awesome. Seems like for every 8 packs I can get a free pack of these, which is more than I can say for any other brand.Long story short, the hype is real. Yes these are at a premium price, but with how long they last, how great they sound, how long they sound great, and how great they feel, it's really a no brainer. These strings truly are amazing. I won't string any of my electric guitars with anything else now that I've tried these. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worth the price *by on Reviewed in the United States October 5, 2016* I got these NYXL strings for my short-scale electric guitar. They are really nice strings with fast attack and some nice mids and lots of detail. They also require very little stretching. Once on the guitar and they stay in tune very well. They are also very good for bends.They are well made and consistent between packs. They all come in a single bag (which is supposed to be environmentally friendly). Fortunately, the ball ends are all color coded and a chart on the back specifies the thickness and order of each string. So long as you follow the color codes, installing them should be no problem. If you have a Floyd rose where you have to cut the ball ends off, I’d remove and install one string at a time and then tune them all up at the end (just to save confusion).As well as the strings, you also get a circular NYXL sticker in every pack.ConclusionA great set of strings that might require some work the first time you install them.The only negative is that they require a little work when setting up. You can’t just switch from regular d’addario XL’s. The string tension is different and the strings oscillate a little more. You will have to intonate your guitar and move the saddles a little further back than with stock XL’s so check how much room you have to spare for the saddles. On a strat you can easily end up at the limit requiring you to either raise the action or go up a half size.ConclusionBearing in mind that they cost about three times the price of standard strings and the extra work setting up they aren’t perfect. But they do sound better and last longer. I found that they are about 50% better than the cheaper strings. So I think they are worth it if you’re willing to put in the effort and don’t mind the extra cost.These are my favorite strings for the really nice tone and longevity and stability. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality strings! *by on Reviewed in the United States July 6, 2026* Amazing strings. Holds the tune really well. I can strum hard on it and not worry about them breaking. Quality strings for sure. ## Frequently Bought Together - D'Addario Guitar Strings - NYXL Electric Guitar Strings - NYXL1046 - Unrivaled Strength, Tuning Stability, Enhanced Mid-Range - For 6 String Guitars - Made in the USA - 10-46 Regular Light, 1-Pack - D'Addario Accessories Pro-Winder Guitar String Winder, Cutter, Bridge Pin Puller - All in One Guitar Tool - Black - Elixir Strings, Acoustic Guitar Strings, 80/20 Bronze with NANOWEB Coating, Longest-Lasting Bright and Focused Tone with Comfortable Feel, 6 String Set, Light 12-53 --- ## 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.us/products/1363518-daddario-nyxl1046-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-regular-light-10](https://www.desertcart.us/products/1363518-daddario-nyxl1046-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-regular-light-10) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-08-04*