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product_id: 48503280
title: "D'Addario EXL120-3D Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, Super Light, 9-42, 3 Sets"
brand: "d'addario"
price: "KSh8518"
currency: KES
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "D'addario"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/48503280-daddario-exl120-3d-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-super-light
store_origin: KE
region: Kenya
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# Super light 9-42 gauge for effortless play Proprietary Hex-Core for perfect intonation Made in USA with precision craftsmanship D'Addario EXL120-3D Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, Super Light, 9-42, 3 Sets

**Brand:** d'addario
**Price:** KSh8518
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Strike the perfect chord with strings that keep you ahead of the pack!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** D'Addario EXL120-3D Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, Super Light, 9-42, 3 Sets by d'addario
- **How much does it cost?** KSh8518 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/48503280-daddario-exl120-3d-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-super-light)

## Best For

- d'addario enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted d'addario brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Exclusive Rewards:** Register your strings with the Players Circle and earn points—because your gear should reward your passion.
- • **Trusted Durability:** Built to last with reliable nickel material, these strings maintain tone and tension longer, keeping you performance-ready.
- • **Precision Engineered:** Hex-Core technology ensures consistent feel and perfect intonation, so your riffs always hit the mark.
- • **Effortless Playability:** Super light 9-42 gauge strings reduce finger fatigue and enable smooth bends for hours of creative flow.
- • **Bright & Versatile Tone:** Nickel-plated steel wrap delivers a crisp, bright sound that adapts seamlessly across genres from blues to rock.

## Overview

D'Addario EXL120-3D are super light nickel wound electric guitar strings (9-42 gauge) crafted in the USA using proprietary Hex-Core technology. Known for their bright tone, perfect intonation, and durable build, these strings come in a convenient 3-pack and are favored by both casual and professional players for reliable performance and consistent sound quality.

## Description

Buy D'Addario EXL120-3D Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, Super Light, 9-42, 3 Sets. Free delivery and returns on eligible orders.

Review: Sweet sound - Excellent strings for my strat copy. Light to the touch (onviously) and pure sound. Great price.
Review: Super cheap and reliable strings from a good brand - These are fantastic go-to guitar strings. I'm a causal player and have no need for fancy metals and windings, but I do like reliability and durability. D'Addario's a good and trusted brand, and at such a cheap price I don't really see a reason for me to get anything else. As for gauge, I personally love 10-46 on my LP style guitar (same as the stock ones). Super easy to bend after a few days of the strings stretching and loosening up.

## Features

- PERFECT INTONATION: Our best-selling electric guitar strings, these XL Nickel strings deliver perfect intonation, consistent feel and reliable durability.
- VERSATILE, BRIGHT TONE – Nickel-plated steel wrap wire provides a bright, versatile electric guitar tone, great for a variety of musical genres.
- FOR THE ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE – Like all D’Addario electric guitar strings, XL Nickel are made with our proprietary Hex-Core, ensuring perfect intonation, consistent feel, and reliable durability.
- EARN REWARD POINTS - XL Nickel sets have a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
- MADE IN THE USA – XL Nickel electric guitar strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000CC4JFS |
| Best Sellers Rank | 10 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 4 in Guitar Strings |
| Body Material | Metal |
| Colour | Black |
| Country Produced In | United States |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (23,516) |
| Date First Available | 19 Jan. 2008 |
| Item Weight | 45.4 g |
| Item model number | EXL120-3D |
| Material Type | Nickel |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Product Dimensions | 10.92 x 11.18 x 2.03 cm; 45.36 g |
| Size | 3-Pack |
| String Gauge | Super Light |
| String Material | Nickel |
| Styling | Wrap |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** D'Addario
- **Colour:** Black
- **Instrument:** Electric Guitar
- **String gauge:** Super Light
- **String material type:** Nickel

## Images

![D'Addario EXL120-3D Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, Super Light, 9-42, 3 Sets - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81M3aE5zsnL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Hi my sons guitar teacher said I should be looking for this make of string for him but should get 8 gauge strings. would these be the right ones?**
A: 8s or 9s will be fine (as someone else said here, most guitars are set up for 9s when manufactured). One thing though, I know it was 3 years ago, but Dizzy Dave Willis is completely wrong. He says that the greater the gauge, the less tension required, but the exact opposite is the case.

**Q: How long are the baritone version of these?
I'm looking at using them on a bass vi and tuning it b-b**
A: Hi to be honest I don't know. However, I did find all strings to have at least 12" (30cm) length more than needed for a standard sized 12 string guitar. Excellent quality and for the price I would "suggest" worth a punt. Cheers now ...

**Q: What size would you guys reccommend for a floyd rose bridge? The mediums seem to have too much tension, but the medium lights are too bright...**
A: 10's are a great standard if you want a little extra stability and power at standard tuning or Eb. If you prefer bends, or have a light touch, 9's are the way to go. And as suggested in a previous post hybrid gauges should provide the best of both!Setup adjustment is usually required when changing string tension on a floyd rose trem, if you find the bridge is lifting, adjust the springs on the rear of the guitar to compensate and retune. There are great guides on how to do this online or else see your nearest tech!Thanks,Paulguitar.co.uk

**Q: Hi, are these suitable for a lap steel build? Making one for my son and know very little about guitars.  If not can you recommend something. Thanks**
A: I play conventional electric and acoustic/electric guitars (including slide playing), but not a lap steel, so I'm not ideally placed to advise. However, I can strongly recommend D'Addario strings as I've used them for many years with total satisfaction, but I'd suggest you do an internet search for advice on stringing i.e., which gauge will suit your son best, then check out D'Addario for a match on Amazon. D'Addario have a range of at least 4 different gauges for pedal steel.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sweet sound
*by S***R on 20 January 2026*

Excellent strings for my strat copy. Light to the touch (onviously) and pure sound. Great price.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Super cheap and reliable strings from a good brand
*by E***T on 29 November 2025*

These are fantastic go-to guitar strings. I'm a causal player and have no need for fancy metals and windings, but I do like reliability and durability. D'Addario's a good and trusted brand, and at such a cheap price I don't really see a reason for me to get anything else. As for gauge, I personally love 10-46 on my LP style guitar (same as the stock ones). Super easy to bend after a few days of the strings stretching and loosening up.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Genuine
*by M***R on 4 February 2026*

Genuine product. Excellent quality as you would expect from this brand. Arrived next day.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-03-08*