D’Addario EXL157 electric guitar strings are purpose-built for baritone electric guitars, offering extended scale performance, exceptional tuning stability, and a tight, controlled low end. The heavy 14–68 gauge is ideal for lower tunings and players who require maximum clarity and tension.

The EXL157 Baritone set delivers D’Addario’s signature bright nickel tone with strong fundamentals and excellent note definition, making it well suited to modern rock, metal, alternative, and ambient styles.

Manufactured in the USA using precision-drawn hexagonal steel cores and nickel-plated steel wrap wire, EXL157 strings provide consistent feel, dependable intonation, and reliable performance from set to set.

• Gauge: 14–68 (Baritone / Heavy)
• Designed specifically for baritone electric guitars
• Material: Nickel-plated steel wrap wire / hex steel core
• Tight low-end response for extended scale and low tunings
• Bright, articulate tone with strong fundamentals
• Consistent tension and dependable intonation
• Ideal for rock, metal, alternative, and ambient styles
• Made in the USA

Heavy Gauge Baritone Strings with Control and Clarity

D’Addario EXL nickel wound strings are the industry standard for electric guitar. The EXL157 set is optimised for baritone instruments, delivering controlled bass, clear mids, and reliable tuning stability under higher tension.

Whether you’re playing massive low-register riffs, drop tunings, or clean atmospheric passages, EXL157 strings maintain clarity and articulation across the entire frequency range.

Frequently Asked Questions

What guitars are D’Addario EXL157 strings designed for?
EXL157 strings are designed for baritone electric guitars with extended scale lengths.

Can EXL157 strings be used on standard electric guitars?
Due to their heavy 14–68 gauge and higher tension, they are best suited for baritone or longer-scale instruments.

Are EXL157 strings suitable for drop tunings?
Yes. EXL157 strings provide excellent tuning stability and a tight low end for low and drop tunings.