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10-45 Regular Light, XL Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings
10-45 Regular Light, XL Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings
10-45 Regular Light, XL Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings
10-45 Regular Light, XL Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings
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Regular Light Electric Guitar Strings EPN110

XL Pure Nickel is our vintage electric string set, designed to embody the vibe of the ‘50s. In that early era of electric guitar, pure nickel was the main alloy used in electric guitar strings. Made with a high carbon steel core and pure nickel wrap wire, these electric strings revive the rich, clean tones heard in early blues, rock & roll, and country music. This 10-45 Regular Light set provides a nice balance of tone and playability.
 
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10-45

XL Pure Nickel is our vintage electric string set, designed to embody the vibe of the ‘50s. In that early era of electric guitar, pure nickel was the main alloy used in electric guitar strings. Made with a high carbon steel core and pure nickel wrap wire, these electric strings revive the rich, clean tones heard in early blues, rock & roll, and country music. This 10-45 Regular Light set provides a nice balance of tone and playability.
String Tension Chart
Item # Note Diameter Tension
PL010 E 0.010 in 16.22 lbs
PL013 B 0.013 15.39
PL017 G 0.017 16.58
PNG025 D 0.025 19.25
PNG035 A 0.035 20.82
PNG045 E 0.045 18.85

Product Features

  • Coating: Uncoated
  • Number Of Strings: 6
  • Set Type: Sets
  • Wrap Material: Pure Nickel
  • XL Pure Nickel offers the vintage guitar tone of the 1950s.
  • Pure Nickel wrap wire revives the rich, clean string sound heard in early blues, rock & roll, and country music.
  • Like all D’Addario electric guitar strings, XL Pure Nickel are made with our proprietary Hex-Core, ensuring perfect intonation, consistent feel, and reliable durability.
  • Pure Nickel 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.

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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 X-Series strings! Our two X Series options each use a distinct method to extend lifespan, while preserving the tone and feel of uncoated strings.

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

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A MODERN SOUND, ROOTED IN TRADITION

D'Addario XL Pure Nickel strings look back to the '50s, when nickel was the primary alloy found in electric guitar strings. Pure Nickel brings back the richer, warmer timbres found in traditional blues, classic rock, rockabilly, and more.

A MODERN SOUND, ROOTED IN TRADITION

D'Addario XL Pure Nickel strings look back to the '50s, when nickel was the primary alloy found in electric guitar strings. Pure Nickel brings back the richer, warmer timbres found in traditional blues, classic rock, rockabilly, and more.

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XL PURE NICKEL 11-48

"D'Addario's Pure Nickel formula made me a believer!"
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George Lynch

XL PURE NICKEL 10-45

"I’ve used XL Pure Nickel for my entire career. D'Addario strings have the perfect balance of brightness, warmth, longevity, and playability."
George Lynch
Eric Johnson

XL PURE NICKEL 10-45

"I use D’Addario strings on acoustic and electric to get the exact tone I want. It's fun to play a string that’s built well and feels good."
Eric Johnson
Dweezil Zappa

XL PURE NICKEL 11-48

"D'Addario's Pure Nickel formula made me a believer!"
Dweezil Zappa
George Lynch

XL PURE NICKEL 10-45

"I’ve used XL Pure Nickel for my entire career. D'Addario strings have the perfect balance of brightness, warmth, longevity, and playability."
George Lynch
Eric Johnson

XL PURE NICKEL 10-45

"I use D’Addario strings on acoustic and electric to get the exact tone I want. It's fun to play a string that’s built well and feels good."
Eric Johnson

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String Winding
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STRING WINDING TECHNOLOGY

String winding equipment is designed and built by D'Addario's engineering team, guaranteeing a production range of 500,000 to 700,000 strings per day. Digitally-controlled string winding machines ensure productivity, accuracy, and consistency.

SIX SIDES OF STABILITY.

Hex Core
Hex Core

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 700,000 TIMES A DAY.

String Winding
String Winding tech highlight

STRING WINDING TECHNOLOGY

String winding equipment is designed and built by D'Addario's engineering team, guaranteeing a production range of 500,000 to 700,000 strings per day. Digitally-controlled string winding machines ensure productivity, accuracy, and consistency.

SIX SIDES OF STABILITY.

Hex Core
Hex Core

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.

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