The D’Addario 10 to 46 XL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings are the standard against which all other strings are measured. The best-selling electric set, XL Nickel has been revered by players everywhere since 1974. Made with a high carbon steel core and nickel-plated steel wrap wire, XL Nickel strings have a bright, versatile tone, ideal for a wide variety of musical styles. This 10 to 46 regular light balanced tension set is designed for greater dynamic control and a more consistent feel between strings and is ideal for all genres. The D’Addario XL nickel wound electric guitar string set includes 6 strings, tuned E, B, G, D, A, and E.Dial It In, Crank It OutXL Nickel Wound, D'Addario's most popular guitar strings, are precision wound with nickel-plated steel onto a carefully drawn, hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core. The result strings with long-lasting, distinctive, bright tones and excellent intonation are ideal for the widest variety of guitars and musical styles.Round Wound StringsRound wound strings have the feel and tone that most players are familiar with. This string construction combines the strength of the steel core with the tonal properties of the wrap wire alloy.String Winding TechnologyString winding equipment is designed and built by D'Addario's engineering team, guaranteeing a production range of 500000 to 800000 strings per day. Digitally- controlled string winding machines ensure productivity, accuracy, and consistency.Hex Core ConstructionPrecision-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.Wire DrawingD'Addario's in-house wire drawing machines produce musical instrument wire to exact specifications. Control over materials, equipment, and quality allows delivering of high-performance products.