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Name: 10-48 Extra Light, Plain Third, XL Chromes Electric Guitar Strings
Brand: D'Addario
SKU: ECG23PL
Price: 20.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Extra Light Plain Third Flatwound Electric Guitar Strings

$20.99

Tone

Bright Mellow

Code Value: 350 Points Code Value: Not Applicable

Product Details

SKU: ECG23PL

XL Chromes are our warmest, mellowest electric guitar strings. Beloved by jazz guitarists, as well as blues legends like Gary Clark Jr., these flat wound strings provide the smoothest feel and warmest tone, while allowing movement across the fretboard with no finger noise. Made with a high carbon steel core, Chromes’ stainless steel flattened ribbon wire is expertly wound onto a series of interlocking under-windings, then precisely polished for unparalleled smoothness and a sound which blends beautifully into any mix. 10-48 Extra Light Plain Third is our lightest gauge of flatwound strings and is made with a plain steel G-string for additional flexibility.

Ideal For: Jazz, All Genres

Made in the USA at our New York production facility.

Product Specs

Product Features

XL Chromes are a flat wound electric guitar string, which provide a mellower tone than round wound strings.
Chromes’ stainless steel flattened ribbon wrap wire is precisely polished for unparalleled smoothness and the warmest tone you’ll find from an electric string.
Like all D’Addario electric guitar strings, XL Chromes are made with our proprietary Hex-Core, ensuring perfect intonation, consistent feel, and reliable durability.
Chromes sets have a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
D’Addario electric guitar strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility.

String Tension Chart

Item #	Note	Diameter	Tension
PL010	E4	0.010 in	16.2 lbs
PL014	B3	0.014 in	17.8 lbs
PL018	G3	0.018 in	18.6 lbs
CG028	D3	0.028 in	25.2 lbs
CG038	A2	0.038 in	23.7 lbs
CG048	E2	0.048 in	21.4 lbs

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How can I extend the life of my strings?

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1. Wipe down your strings after each use.

2. Try D'Addario X-Series 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.

Wound For Warmth

D'Addario XL Chromes are the industry standard in flatwound guitar strings. They deliver a round, full low end, making them ideal for jazz players of all types. Wound with flattened stainless steel ribbon wire, XL Chromes are then polished to unparalleled smoothness.

Xl Chromes 11-50

"I have been rockin' on these things since I first started."
– Gary Clark Jr.

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XL Chromes 45-100

"D'Addario bass strings have the longest lasting punch, clear tone, and perfect tension of any brand I've ever played."
– Rudy Sarzo

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XL Chromes 12-52

"I've been using D'Addario strings for over 20 years. They're comfortable, they stay in tune, and they're very consistent."
– Robben Ford

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Flattened For A Fuller Sound.

Flatwound Construction

Flat wound strings feature precisely flattened stainless steel wrap wire that is wound and polished to provide an ultra smooth feel and a full, mellow tone.

Flattened For A Fuller Sound.

Flatwound Construction

Flat wound strings feature precisely flattened stainless steel wrap wire that is wound and polished to provide an ultra smooth feel and a full, mellow tone.

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.