--- product_id: 49195032 title: "Electric Guitar Strings, XL Nickel, EXL148, Extra Heavy Gauge 12-60, 6-String Set, Pack of 1" brand: "d'addario" price: "€ 17.67" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "D'addario" url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/49195032-electric-guitar-strings-xl-nickel-exl148-extra-heavy-gauge-12 store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Extra-heavy 12-60 gauge for deep, powerful tones Proprietary Hex-Core for perfect intonation & durability Made in USA with precision craftsmanship Electric Guitar Strings, XL Nickel, EXL148, Extra Heavy Gauge 12-60, 6-String Set, Pack of 1 **Brand:** d'addario **Price:** € 17.67 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Elevate your sound with strings that mean business — heavy, precise, and built to dominate. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Electric Guitar Strings, XL Nickel, EXL148, Extra Heavy Gauge 12-60, 6-String Set, Pack of 1 by d'addario - **How much does it cost?** € 17.67 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/49195032-electric-guitar-strings-xl-nickel-exl148-extra-heavy-gauge-12) ## 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 - • **Join the Players Circle:** Register your strings to earn exclusive rewards and show off your pro status. - • **Unmatched Tone & Tension:** Extra-heavy 12-60 gauge strings deliver rich, full-bodied sound perfect for metal and drop tunings. - • **Durability Meets Performance:** Built to withstand aggressive playing styles without compromising tone. - • **Precision Engineered Hex-Core:** Ensures flawless intonation and consistent feel for every riff and solo. - • **Bright Nickel-Plated Steel Wrap:** Versatile bright tone that cuts through any mix across genres. ## Overview D'Addario EXL148 Extra-Heavy Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings (12-60 gauge) are precision-made in the USA with a proprietary Hex-Core design, delivering perfect intonation, exceptional durability, and a bright, versatile tone ideal for metal and drop tunings. Trusted by professionals, these strings combine robust build quality with rewarding player benefits. ## Description From the manufacturer DIAL IT IN. CRANK IT UP. XL Nickel Wound, D'Addario's most popular electric strings, are precision wound with nickel plated steel onto a carefully drawn, hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core. XL Nickel electric strings deliver a bright tone and precise intonation, ideal for a wide range of musical styles. D'Addario Electric Guitar Strings XL Nickel Wound XT Nickel NYXL XL Chromes XL Half Rounds XL Pro Steels XL Pure Nickel Round Wound ROUND, WOUND, AND RESPONSIVE. Round wound strings have a feel and tone familiar to players plus durability and precise intonation. Hex Core Construction Six Sides of Stability The precision drawn hex core was pioneered by D’Addario, to allow the wrap wire to grip the core. String Winding Technology Wound to Perfection 700,000 times a day String winding equipment built by D'Addario creates between 500,000 and 700,000 strings per day. Wire Drawing Exact Standards, Extraordinary Sounds. D'Addario's wire drawing machines produce wire to our specs, yielding high performance products. Brandi Carlile Mark Knopfler Jimmy Herring "D’Addario strings are a very important part of the technical quilt that make up my tone. Whether we're in the studio or on stage, my band and I only use D’Addario." Brandi Plays XL Nickel 10-52 "I use D’Addario strings on everything, acoustic and electric. In 30 years I’ve never had a bad string on a guitar." Mark Plays XL Nickel 09-42 "I’ve been using D’Addario strings as long as I can remember, and I've experimented with a lot of gauges." Jimmy Plays XL Nickel 10-46 GET REWARDED PLAYING D’ADDARIO JUST GOT MORE REWARDING! Join Players Circle and get rewarded with free stuff and other perks just for playing D’Addario. REGISTER YOUR PRODUCTS REGISTER YOUR PLAYERS CIRCLE CODE Register the Players Circle code printed inside your package to start earning points. REDEEM YOUR POINTS REDEEM FOR GEAR, MERCHANDISE & SWAG Watch your points add up and redeem them for all things D'Addario. EXCLUSIVE ACCESS ACCESS TO BETA TESTING & EXCLUSIVE PROMOTIONS Players Circle members get first dibs on testing new products, before anyone even knows they exist. Review: Good product. - Good product. Review: Extra heavy - One of my go to string gauges. Cheaper here than most places. As always with D'addario the sound, tone, tuning and feel are always great. ## 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 | B0037M872Q | | Best Sellers Rank | 8 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 4 in Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Cardboard | | Brand | D'Addario | | Brand Name | D'Addario | | Coating Description | Uncoated | | Coating description | Uncoated | | Colour | black | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,320 Reviews | | Finish Type | Nickel Coated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954962548, 00046716100740 | | Included Components | 1 x EXL148 string set | | Instrument | Electric Guitar | | Item Type Name | guitar strings | | Item Weight | 40 Grams | | Manufacturer | D'Addario Ltd | | Manufacturer Part Number | EXL148 | | Material Type | Alloy Steel | | Model Name | EXL148 | | Model Number | EXL148 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Electric Guitar | | Set Name | Single | | Sound Profile | Bright, Treble-focused | | String Gauge | Extra Heavy | | String Material Type | Nickel wound, steel, steel | | String gauge | Extra Heavy | | String material type | Nickel wound, steel, steel | | UPC | 019954962548 | | Unit Count | 1 count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** D'Addario - **Colour:** black - **Instrument:** Electric Guitar - **String gauge:** Extra Heavy - **String material type:** Nickel wound, steel, steel ## Images ![Electric Guitar Strings, XL Nickel, EXL148, Extra Heavy Gauge 12-60, 6-String Set, Pack of 1 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81WeYgDO3YL.jpg) ![Electric Guitar Strings, XL Nickel, EXL148, Extra Heavy Gauge 12-60, 6-String Set, Pack of 1 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81jsUJIGZ1L.jpg) ![Electric Guitar Strings, XL Nickel, EXL148, Extra Heavy Gauge 12-60, 6-String Set, Pack of 1 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91B9OzCOo5L.jpg) ![Electric Guitar Strings, XL Nickel, EXL148, Extra Heavy Gauge 12-60, 6-String Set, Pack of 1 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71jR7ks13BL.jpg) ![Electric Guitar Strings, XL Nickel, EXL148, Extra Heavy Gauge 12-60, 6-String Set, Pack of 1 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81KJ4-MgXUL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good product. *by �***� on 18 March 2026* Good product. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Extra heavy *by V***Y on 19 May 2026* One of my go to string gauges. Cheaper here than most places. As always with D'addario the sound, tone, tuning and feel are always great. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant! *by R***1 on 24 August 2013* These strings add a clean cut sound for lower tunings, wouldn't say that they'll go any higher than drop c, otherwise you'll end up doing more damage than good, I use drop B and A tunings. Drop B sounds the most comfortable though. As like all other d'addario strings they last a good while especially with good string cleaners and don't lose their tone until the very end. I use ESP/LTD's, Schecter's, Jackson's and you will be pretty shocked at how much the right string type and gauge makes a difference. Only down side is no plectrum points, only usually find those on their more commercial packets. ## Frequently Bought Together - D'Addario Guitar Strings - XL Nickel Electric Guitar Strings - EXL148 - Perfect Intonation, Consistent Feel, Reliable Durability - For 6 String Guitars - 12-60 Extra Heavy - Ernie Ball Mammoth Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 12-62 Gauge (P02214) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/49195032-electric-guitar-strings-xl-nickel-exl148-extra-heavy-gauge-12](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/49195032-electric-guitar-strings-xl-nickel-exl148-extra-heavy-gauge-12) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-06-06*