D'Addario - 09-54 7-String Super Light Electric Guitar Strings
XL Nickel Wound electric guitar strings are the standard against which all other strings are measured. Our 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. With its super flexibility and biting tone, this 09-54 Super Light set is one of D'Addario's best selling 7-string sets.
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The Nantel Verdict
The Nantel Verdict
High carbon steel core with nickel-plated wrap delivers bright, punchy response across all seven strings; super light gauge (0.09–0.54) reduces finger fatigue while maintaining tuning stability; proven formula unchanged since 1974, trusted across genre-agnostic players.
Ensure 7-string bridge and tuning machines are properly spaced for this gauge. Super light tension suits established players; beginners exploring 7-string may benefit from trying standard light first. Stock extras for frequent changers.
A reliable, affordable entry into seven-string playing that preserves D'Addario's proven tonal character while prioritizing comfort. Proven by decades of player feedback and studio work. The reference standard for accessible extended-range tone.
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Super Light 7-String Electric Guitar Strings
XL Nickel Wound electric guitar strings are the standard against which all other strings are measured. Our 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. With its super flexibility and biting tone, this 09-54 Super Light set is one of D'Addario's best selling 7-string sets.
Product Features
- D’Addario’s best-selling electric guitar string, revered by players since 1974.
- Nickel-plated steel wrap wire provides a bright, versatile electric guitar tone, great for a variety of musical genres.
- Like all D’Addario electric guitar strings, XL Nickel are made with our proprietary Hex-Core, ensuring perfect intonation, consistent feel, and reliable durability.
- XL Nickel sets have a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
- XL Nickel electric guitar strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility.
Product Specs
- Coating: Uncoated
- Number Of Strings: 7
- Set Type: Sets
- Wrap Material: Nickel-Plated Steel
- Construction: Round Wound
| String Gauge | 09-54 Super Light |
|---|---|
| String Count | 7 |
| Core Material | High Carbon Steel |
| Wrap Material | Nickel-Plated Steel |
| String Type | Electric Guitar |
| Manufacturer | D'Addario |
D'Addario is a long-established manufacturer of strings and accessories for stringed instruments, with roots tracing back decades in instrument supply. The company has built its reputation on consistent quality and innovation in string design, becoming one of the most trusted names among musicians worldwide.
D'Addario's XL Nickel series represents the company's flagship electric guitar string line, known for delivering bright, articulate tone with reliable performance across diverse musical genres. The brand's commitment to precision manufacturing and material quality has made its strings a standard choice for both professional and amateur players.
