--- product_id: 49195032 title: "XL Nickel EXL148 Electric Guitar Strings, Extra Heavy 12-60" brand: "d'addario" price: "$18.98" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "D'addario" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/49195032-xl-nickel-exl148-electric-guitar-strings-extra-heavy-12-60 store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Extra heavy 12-60 gauge for powerful tone Hex-core for perfect intonation & durability Made in USA with precision craftsmanship XL Nickel EXL148 Electric Guitar Strings, Extra Heavy 12-60 **Brand:** d'addario **Price:** $18.98 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Dial in your tone, dominate your stage with D'Addario XL Nickel EXL148! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** XL Nickel EXL148 Electric Guitar Strings, Extra Heavy 12-60 by d'addario - **How much does it cost?** $18.98 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/49195032-xl-nickel-exl148-electric-guitar-strings-extra-heavy-12-60) ## 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 - • **Built to Last:** Extra heavy gauge strings engineered for durability and long-lasting performance under heavy play. - • **Reward Your Passion:** Register your set to earn Players Circle points and unlock exclusive gear and perks. - • **Unmatched Precision:** Hex-core design ensures flawless intonation and consistent feel every time. - • **Powerful, Bright Tone:** Nickel-plated steel wrap delivers a versatile, cutting sound that stands out in any genre. - • **Proudly American-Made:** Crafted in New York with exacting standards for premium quality you can trust. ## Overview D'Addario XL Nickel EXL148 electric guitar strings feature an extra heavy 12-60 gauge nickel-plated steel wrap over a proprietary hex-core steel core, delivering bright, treble-focused tone with precise intonation and exceptional durability. Made in the USA, these strings are favored by professionals for their consistent feel and long-lasting performance. Register your set to earn rewards and gain exclusive access to new products. ## 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: Good product. - Good product. Review: Extra heavy - One of my go to string gauges. Cheaper here than most places. As always with D'addario the sound, tone, tuning and feel are always great. ## 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 | B0037M872Q | | Best Sellers Rank | 956 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 70 in Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Cardboard | | Brand | D'Addario | | Brand Name | D'Addario | | Coating Description | Uncoated | | Coating description | Uncoated | | Colour | black | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,344 Reviews | | Finish Type | Nickel Coated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954962548, 00046716100740 | | Included Components | 1 x EXL148 string set | | Instrument | Electric Guitar | | Item Type Name | guitar strings | | Item Weight | 40 Grams | | Manufacturer | D'Addario Ltd | | Manufacturer Part Number | EXL148 | | Material Type | Alloy Steel | | Model Name | EXL148 | | Model Number | EXL148 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Electric Guitar | | Set Name | Single | | Sound Profile | Bright, Treble-focused | | String Gauge | Extra Heavy | | String Material Type | Nickel wound, steel, steel | | String gauge | Extra Heavy | | String material type | Nickel wound, steel, steel | | UPC | 019954962548 | | Unit Count | 1 count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** D'Addario - **Colour:** black - **Instrument:** Electric Guitar - **String gauge:** Extra Heavy - **String material type:** Nickel wound, steel, steel ## Images ![XL Nickel EXL148 Electric Guitar Strings, Extra Heavy 12-60 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81WeYgDO3YL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good product. *by �***� on 18 March 2026* Good product. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Extra heavy *by V***Y on 19 May 2026* One of my go to string gauges. Cheaper here than most places. As always with D'addario the sound, tone, tuning and feel are always great. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant! *by R***1 on 24 August 2013* These strings add a clean cut sound for lower tunings, wouldn't say that they'll go any higher than drop c, otherwise you'll end up doing more damage than good, I use drop B and A tunings. Drop B sounds the most comfortable though. As like all other d'addario strings they last a good while especially with good string cleaners and don't lose their tone until the very end. I use ESP/LTD's, Schecter's, Jackson's and you will be pretty shocked at how much the right string type and gauge makes a difference. Only down side is no plectrum points, only usually find those on their more commercial packets. ## Frequently Bought Together - D'Addario Guitar Strings - XL Nickel Electric Guitar Strings - EXL148 - Perfect Intonation, Consistent Feel, Reliable Durability - For 6 String Guitars - 12-60 Extra Heavy - Ernie Ball Mammoth Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 12-62 Gauge (P02214) --- ## 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/49195032-xl-nickel-exl148-electric-guitar-strings-extra-heavy-12-60](https://www.desertcart.us/products/49195032-xl-nickel-exl148-electric-guitar-strings-extra-heavy-12-60) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-08-10*