Balanced Tension sets allow the player to applythe same amount of fret hand pressure to each string
Round wound withnickel-plated steel for distinctive bright tone
Corrosion resistantpackaging for strings that are always fresh
Made in the U.S.A. forthe highest quality and performance
String Gauges: PlainSteel .011, .015, .019, Nickel Wound .028, .037, .050
From the Manufacturer
D'Addario XL's - Why YouNeed 'Em
We call it math. You'llcall it music.
Available for guitar andbass, D’Addario Balanced Tension sets are comprised of mathematicallyoptimized string gauge combinations, resulting in greater control andplaying comfort. Combined with the distinctive bright tone of XL nickelwound strings, each set offers greater dynamic control and a moreconsistent feel between strings.
Innovation at your fingertips:
Through extensive,detailed, and comprehensive testing, the performance advantages you’llexperience with D’Addario Balanced Tension XL sets over traditionalstrings are as follows:
Based on traditionalgauges, but optimized for “balanced tension” between strings
Mathematically equalizedresistance delivers comparable feel from string to string
Even effort whilebending, strumming, plucking and slapping delivers greater dynamiccontrol.
More Balance, More Control, More Selection
XL Balanced Tension Sets are available in 3 different options forElectric Guitar: