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08-38

Extra Super Light Electric Guitar Strings

$29.99

Tone

Bright Mellow

Product comes with code for 225 Points This item does not come with Points

Product Details

SKU: NYXL0838

As our premium uncoated electric string, NYXLs offer higher break strength, enhanced tuning stability, and accentuated mid-range frequency response versus our standard strings, providing more presence and crunch to cut through the mix. Made with a NY Steel core, premium nickel-plated steel wrap wire, and Fusion Twist technology, NYXL electric guitar strings are tough enough and versatile enough to handle anything. 8-38 Extra Super Light is our lightest electric gauge, providing the lightest possible tension and greatest ease of play.

Ideal For: All Genres

Made in the USA at our New York production facility.

Product Specs

Product Features

NYXLs are our premium uncoated electric strings, delivering superior strength and tuning stability, plus enhanced mid-range, versus our standard strings.
The premium nickel-plated steel wrap wire used for NYXLs provides accentuated mid-range frequency response, so you get more presence and crunch to cut through the mix.
Fusion Twist technology assures NYXL electric guitar strings stay in tune better than our standard strings, while the NY Steel core wire makes them stronger.
NYXL strings come with a code which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
NYXL electric guitar strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility.

String Tension Chart

Item #	Note	Tension
NYS008	E4	10.400 lbs
NYS010	B3	9.100 lbs
NYS015	G3	12.900 lbs
NYNW021	D3	11.900 lbs
NYNW030	A2	13.800 lbs
NYNW038	E2	11.700 lbs

FAQs

How do I restring my guitar?

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How do I tune my guitar?

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How can I extend the life of my strings?

There are many factors that can affect the lifespan of your strings. Here are some tips to help extend the life of your strings:

1. Wipe down your strings after each use.

2. Try D'Addario XT or XS strings! Our two X Series options each use a distinct method to extend lifespan, while preserving the tone of uncoated strings.

3. Try these maintenance and care products to prolong string life and performance.

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The Best Strings Around

I’ve been using NYXL Balanced Tension strings since they came out, and XL strings before that. I haven’t used any other strings since probably 1970. As a professional guitar tech and former touring musician, I only use what I consider the best products available. That’s been D’Addario for strings for almost 60 years now. Normally that means 10s, but I had a client that wanted 8s (🤷🏼‍♂️). They were delivered quicker than expected, and for a better price than any local music stores around here.

My favorite strings!

My favorite strings! Easy to bend easy to play sound awesome.

The best brand and the best gauge! Can’t go wrong

Commit To Your Craft

D’Addario NYXL 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 precision-engineered, break-resistant, high-carbon steel core and plain steel alloy delivers a whole new level of freedom, confidence, and power.

NYXL 09-46

"When I discovered the NYXL strings, I was hooked! They've got fantastic feel and tone for days. I don't have to change my strings before every show."
– Aaron Marshall

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NYXL 10-46BT

"These strings provide me perfect balance and great tone for heavy music, plus playability — and they can handle lower tunings when needed. Having a long-lasting, bright tone is necessary for a heavy gigging schedule."
– Nita Strauss

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NYXL 09-42

"D’Addario strings allow me to concentrate on my technique. I’m confident the tone and quality will be perfect."
– Nile Rodgers

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NYXL 13-56 Wound Third

"When the NYXL range came out, it was a real game-changer. I always used to break strings, but NYXL would always withstand when I used to play my first shows in a rock band as a kid. I put the strings through their paces playing lead guitar, but they have always survived."
– Sam Fender

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NY Strong.

NY Steel

NY Steel is processed in D'Addario's exclusive wire facility in Farmingdale, New York. Through advanced machinery and processes, our premium high carbon steel delivers unmatched tuning stability and superior break resistance.

NY Strong.

NY Steel

NY Steel is processed in D'Addario's exclusive wire facility in Farmingdale, New York. Through advanced machinery and processes, our premium high carbon steel delivers unmatched tuning stability and superior break resistance.

Six Sides Of Stability.

Hex Core Construction

Precision drawn hexagonal core was pioneered by D'Addario. This innovation allows the wrap wire to grip the core for superior dimensional stability, enhanced durability, and precise intonation.

Six Sides Of Stability.

Hex Core Construction

Precision drawn hexagonal core was pioneered by D'Addario. This innovation allows the wrap wire to grip the core for superior dimensional stability, enhanced durability, and precise intonation.

Wound To Perfection 800,000 Times A Day.

String Winding Technology

String winding equipment is designed and built by D'Addario's engineering team, guaranteeing a production range of 500,000 to 800,000 strings per day. Digitally-controlled string winding machines ensure productivity, accuracy, and consistency.

Wound To Perfection 800,000 Times A Day.

String Winding Technology

String winding equipment is designed and built by D'Addario's engineering team, guaranteeing a production range of 500,000 to 800,000 strings per day. Digitally-controlled string winding machines ensure productivity, accuracy, and consistency.

Exact Standards, Extraordinary Sounds.

Wire Drawing

D'Addario's in-house wire drawing machines produce musical instrument wire to our exact specifications. Control over materials, equipment, and quality allows us to deliver high performance products.

Exact Standards, Extraordinary Sounds.

Wire Drawing

D'Addario's in-house wire drawing machines produce musical instrument wire to our exact specifications. Control over materials, equipment, and quality allows us to deliver high performance products.