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  • 8oris8oris

    Ideal for the drop C

    D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric 6-StringPublished on 10/22/14 at 14:09
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    # How long have you use it?
    About 4 years, at a rate of 6 games per year.

    # What is the particular feature you like best and least?
    Plus:
    - Pulling, D'Addario was one of the first to offer this drawing
    - Sustainability: 1:30 to 2 months due to play per day (for cons, I have hands that are more likely to be dry than moist)
    - The color system to navigate between 6 strings
    - Attractive price
    - A new game does not sound too "twang-twang" as with Ernie Ball

    The least:
    - Poorly distributed: hard to find without a purchase online.

    # Have you tried many other models before buying it?
    Yes. The Ernie Ball (yuck, never understood the popularity of this brand), DR (blah, did …
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    # How long have you use it?
    About 4 years, at a rate of 6 games per year.

    # What is the particular feature you like best and least?
    Plus:
    - Pulling, D'Addario was one of the first to offer this drawing
    - Sustainability: 1:30 to 2 months due to play per day (for cons, I have hands that are more likely to be dry than moist)
    - The color system to navigate between 6 strings
    - Attractive price
    - A new game does not sound too "twang-twang" as with Ernie Ball

    The least:
    - Poorly distributed: hard to find without a purchase online.

    # Have you tried many other models before buying it?
    Yes. The Ernie Ball (yuck, never understood the popularity of this brand), DR (blah, did not leave me a great memory and super expensive), the Rotosound.

    # How would you rate the quality / price?
    Pretty good. I'm two months with a game, it's mostly non-threaded strings that oxidize quickly.

    # With experience, you do again this choice?
    Yes.
    Note that the price has dropped slightly in recent years. It went from € 6 20-5 € 90.
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  • val.duvauchelleval.duvauchelle

    Do not buy

    D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric 6-StringPublished on 12/16/13 at 07:14
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    Usually I use Ernie Ball 13-56 on my ES 335 on which I mounted a micro Jazz at Seymour Duncan. I plugged into a Fender Excelsior. That day, the seller is longer in stock. I take D'Addario.
    I've ridden there three days.

    The attack is too soft, the sound that differs too little depending on the intensity of the attack. I can not find the brightness of the sound that I'm used to. The clean sound is average. When I use an overdrive, the sound is flat and the warmth of its leaves.

    Disappointed.
  • Doherty'sDoherty's

    D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric 6-StringPublished on 05/07/13 at 16:46
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    game goes everywhere but fairly temperamental, strings wear out fairly quickly and the sound is commonplace
    versatile but not transcendent
  • bert'nortt'bert'nortt'

    not to deceive ...

    D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric 6-StringPublished on 10/30/12 at 02:57
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    11/49 or 10/46...sur ES 335 with a 24.75 pitch and Fender Telecast 'strat or' tune to 25.5 ... both in standard tuning and open G / ground 5 strings (or 6 'down the low E as in D) for jazz .... you can enlarge ..)
    I have not found better agreement held, duration, reliability ... soft attack, steeper or "shrraid 'handle honest without being a virtuoso ..." rather good against corrosion!
    brightness and slamming the nine stabilize quickly after a few hours once the regulated voltage and quiet .... for 2-3 months ... may be the most suitable for blues and rock 55 '/ 70' . (medium and treble top! bass are a little less incisive and so much more certain "archtop" swing a little too E (mi) and…
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    11/49 or 10/46...sur ES 335 with a 24.75 pitch and Fender Telecast 'strat or' tune to 25.5 ... both in standard tuning and open G / ground 5 strings (or 6 'down the low E as in D) for jazz .... you can enlarge ..)
    I have not found better agreement held, duration, reliability ... soft attack, steeper or "shrraid 'handle honest without being a virtuoso ..." rather good against corrosion!
    brightness and slamming the nine stabilize quickly after a few hours once the regulated voltage and quiet .... for 2-3 months ... may be the most suitable for blues and rock 55 '/ 70' . (medium and treble top! bass are a little less incisive and so much more certain "archtop" swing a little too E (mi) and A () ...)
    the bends no problem on the 1/2 ton pulls her a bit, nothing serious beyond on almost 1 ton, which never guarantees ... all the bolts are difficult including 10/46 and lower that it lacks chouille not safe ..
    ..... competitive prices on site .... (even if its only real competitor is Ernie / Ball).
    ........................................... ADDARIO not to deceive .. ..........
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  • Jean-François à ChâteaubriantJean-François à Châteaubriant

    D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric 6-StringPublished on 08/04/12 at 06:47
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    2 weeks ... on a tuning fork and fender standard tuning.
    actually November 48 they had more than that in Brest Music Star (vacation requires). habiltuellement ernie ball or ghs depending on my mood. of aillor is from 11 to 49 at addario.
    and there is the BIG surprise. I had no memory of having played these strings, then already the new sound is killer (too bad it's just the model apartment ...), but then the sound is superb and the comfort these strings outperforms the other in my opinion, even after 15 days (I'll see how far they go before the start of the park during that ropes in food!). everything is accurate. agreements in very "complex" that makes all the colors we should hear mor…
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    2 weeks ... on a tuning fork and fender standard tuning.
    actually November 48 they had more than that in Brest Music Star (vacation requires). habiltuellement ernie ball or ghs depending on my mood. of aillor is from 11 to 49 at addario.
    and there is the BIG surprise. I had no memory of having played these strings, then already the new sound is killer (too bad it's just the model apartment ...), but then the sound is superb and the comfort these strings outperforms the other in my opinion, even after 15 days (I'll see how far they go before the start of the park during that ropes in food!). everything is accurate. agreements in very "complex" that makes all the colors we should hear more than what I had before. plus they really want the best agreement (I thought it came from my mechanical, but in fact ...)
    most is that I made a risky bet because I was leaving the studio and I benneficé their new sound (single) for the taking ... good to know for later. with other members of the group we were a little glued. Change the day and live in the studio with a new brand of strings is a bit dumb on my part! but result: normal tuning because they leveled super fast and the sound and comfort ideal for decision.
    I take a glance! and shoo 3 games in advance!
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  • jkesseljkessel

    My personal favorite

    D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric 6-StringPublished on 05/01/12 at 18:13
    I've used these strings for about 8 years now and they've always been my favorite. I've gone through Ernie Ball, DR, GHS, Dunlop, Elixir and these have always lasted the longest and sounded the best. They stay bright and sound new for weeks if not months. They have a rougher feel than most which I happen to like, I like to be able to really feel the strings under my fingers. Recently I moved to Florida so I've been getting problems with them rusting within a week or so. Since then I have switched to coated strings, I tried Elixir but ultimately sided with Daddario again.
    Strings are all a personal preference so not much use in recommending them, but I'll just say I've stuck with them …
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    I've used these strings for about 8 years now and they've always been my favorite. I've gone through Ernie Ball, DR, GHS, Dunlop, Elixir and these have always lasted the longest and sounded the best. They stay bright and sound new for weeks if not months. They have a rougher feel than most which I happen to like, I like to be able to really feel the strings under my fingers. Recently I moved to Florida so I've been getting problems with them rusting within a week or so. Since then I have switched to coated strings, I tried Elixir but ultimately sided with Daddario again.
    Strings are all a personal preference so not much use in recommending them, but I'll just say I've stuck with them for a reason.
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  • AceLeppardAceLeppard

    Sure value.

    D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric 6-StringPublished on 04/20/12 at 02:42
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    I use almost exclusively strings D'Addario nickel wound for almost 2 years. I started to pull it pretty high there's some time.
    I passed by Ernie Ball, but the feeling that they provide and their high price does not suit me. I liked the sound of Dean Markley, but these strings are of poor quality and break easily. I also found myself at D'Addario, String affordable, and pleasant feeling to well-balanced sound. The brand offers a wide variety of games and tie, which is really a plus.

    Another big plus is the presence of colored balls at the end of the strings not to be confused when changing. I do not know if other brands are made (this is not the case of the two above) but it's really c…
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    I use almost exclusively strings D'Addario nickel wound for almost 2 years. I started to pull it pretty high there's some time.
    I passed by Ernie Ball, but the feeling that they provide and their high price does not suit me. I liked the sound of Dean Markley, but these strings are of poor quality and break easily. I also found myself at D'Addario, String affordable, and pleasant feeling to well-balanced sound. The brand offers a wide variety of games and tie, which is really a plus.

    Another big plus is the presence of colored balls at the end of the strings not to be confused when changing. I do not know if other brands are made (this is not the case of the two above) but it's really convenient.

    Their lifespan is respectable for string "unsupported" (I do not like anyway).


    I go over regularly as soon as this choice I have to change strings!
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  • N2h2N2h2

    Brilliant, precise, robust.

    D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric 6-StringPublished on 03/04/12 at 10:21
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    I have long wavered between ernieball and this one.
    For the final return on this one.

    Granted DGCFAD it gives me the same voltage as the schaller floyd 9-46 of the same brand in mid EADGBE.

    Life rather good I change them once a month against a once every 3 weeks for hernia.

    The sound is brighter than the EB, and a little more precise.


    NB: I often change my string sets because I played with a plectrum steel that end in "smooth" the three spun at the location of the attack.


    If properly cleaned, it take more than six months on a guitar used without little rusty. Comparatively, the EB are unusable after 4-5 months because not spun quickly end with rust.

    I've never broken, …
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    I have long wavered between ernieball and this one.
    For the final return on this one.

    Granted DGCFAD it gives me the same voltage as the schaller floyd 9-46 of the same brand in mid EADGBE.

    Life rather good I change them once a month against a once every 3 weeks for hernia.

    The sound is brighter than the EB, and a little more precise.


    NB: I often change my string sets because I played with a plectrum steel that end in "smooth" the three spun at the location of the attack.


    If properly cleaned, it take more than six months on a guitar used without little rusty. Comparatively, the EB are unusable after 4-5 months because not spun quickly end with rust.

    I've never broken, and even using my floyd so nag.
    Their only flaw is the excessive brightness after editing that fades after some hours of games, so avoid changing game 5 minutes before a live (which is anyway has avoided whatever the games).

    Once mounted, some require a small reaccordage hours to be precisely regulated, then, absolutely do not move, holding perfect tuning even on floating tremolo.
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  • guitar maniacguitar maniac

    D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric 6-StringPublished on 04/17/05 at 09:48
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    Bon ben these strings are definitely good quality!
    The sound is great and they are fun to play
    They wear out very quickly if pa smears regularly
    They keep longer and the sound is that of happiness lol
  • misterwhitemisterwhite

    D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric 6-StringPublished on 06/14/05 at 05:14
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    Electric practicing since one month on an ibanez beginners (GSA60) and string backgrounds now, in a moment a little nag "Little dernire" shall decide to break.
    I am therefore of the opinion and guitar maniac j'achte to 8 (in "south music" Perpignan) the exl125.
    And trs pleasant surprise, a sound, the sound continues and they are easy jouer.Elle confim what I knew of D'Addario in acoustics.
    If they actually had I think I will be a small stock.
    I put 10 for now.
    Thank you guitar maniac. Good scratched all.
  • Anonymous

    D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric 6-StringPublished on 10/19/05 at 12:15
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    I use the ropes for a week (I know it's not huge but hey ...), b'abord So all what I like is the little metal sound (I hope it go away with time ...) but also the soft bé eh!
    Inevitably ...
    Excellent touch is the right hand of Heavy Metal or speed is Excellent and the left hand solo become at once much simpler ...
    Then the three acute are softer on the left hand (TFW that I was used to the old rope ...)

    Finally I love these strings, really, especially for that cost me € 5 ...

    (Parcontre I confess that I have yet to experience the incredible level of strings, but my teacher that I consider truly objective guitar like a genius told me that D'addario was his favorite brand, I tell …
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    I use the ropes for a week (I know it's not huge but hey ...), b'abord So all what I like is the little metal sound (I hope it go away with time ...) but also the soft bé eh!
    Inevitably ...
    Excellent touch is the right hand of Heavy Metal or speed is Excellent and the left hand solo become at once much simpler ...
    Then the three acute are softer on the left hand (TFW that I was used to the old rope ...)

    Finally I love these strings, really, especially for that cost me € 5 ...

    (Parcontre I confess that I have yet to experience the incredible level of strings, but my teacher that I consider truly objective guitar like a genius told me that D'addario was his favorite brand, I tell myself that I 't have been wrong ...)
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  • tuturvkrtuturvkr

    D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric 6-StringPublished on 02/17/06 at 10:01
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    Used for 3 months

    Unfortunately, this magnificient metal sound new ropes do not last very long ...

    However, these strings remains suitable for the most suitable mediator, as it is quite hard

    Prices relatively well-deserved
  • JdguitJdguit

    D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric 6-StringPublished on 04/23/06 at 03:16
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    Hi All,

    I use these strings for years now. For about 15 years or more even ... I do not really remember, because I feel like I have almost always above the jou! I tried many other brands: Fender, Gibson, Dean Markley, Picatto, although Picatto are not so bad that a. ..

    These D'Addario strings sound really trs, trs well. The stamp blank is fabulous, slamming the cot (mtallique. ..) is pretty cool is given a color INTERESTED, regardless of the guitar used elsewhere. They give the sound more and give a soft and enjoyable.

    They have an excellent quality price, reliable

    I just test the Dean Markley strings Nickelsteel in concert, and I will soon return D'addario!
    I do not regret ha…
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    Hi All,

    I use these strings for years now. For about 15 years or more even ... I do not really remember, because I feel like I have almost always above the jou! I tried many other brands: Fender, Gibson, Dean Markley, Picatto, although Picatto are not so bad that a. ..

    These D'Addario strings sound really trs, trs well. The stamp blank is fabulous, slamming the cot (mtallique. ..) is pretty cool is given a color INTERESTED, regardless of the guitar used elsewhere. They give the sound more and give a soft and enjoyable.

    They have an excellent quality price, reliable

    I just test the Dean Markley strings Nickelsteel in concert, and I will soon return D'addario!
    I do not regret having used the ropes and I think ke I will keep for long!

     AWESOME STRINGS!!!
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  • metalexophobiemetalexophobie

    D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric 6-StringPublished on 05/09/06 at 16:09
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    Hula veiled well 3 years and I am addariophile, and There's a safe bet that I would not change any time soon .... why? because its a clean and slamming in the words of my colleagues, and especially, the strength .... and then those little marks on the balls of color, such as batteries! and also a non-contact packaging packed fresh air: your strings will not rust dansleurs cases of paper a con!
    I tried everything that is on the French market ... and no strings are both held my aggressive play and not nag fine (aside regrets Snarling Dogs)! then I rope marks worn pounds, the Earnie Ball (long), nice but not reliable, Elixir, expensive and not durable (nice sound anyway) BLUE STEEL: y'aplus …
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    Hula veiled well 3 years and I am addariophile, and There's a safe bet that I would not change any time soon .... why? because its a clean and slamming in the words of my colleagues, and especially, the strength .... and then those little marks on the balls of color, such as batteries! and also a non-contact packaging packed fresh air: your strings will not rust dansleurs cases of paper a con!
    I tried everything that is on the French market ... and no strings are both held my aggressive play and not nag fine (aside regrets Snarling Dogs)! then I rope marks worn pounds, the Earnie Ball (long), nice but not reliable, Elixir, expensive and not durable (nice sound anyway) BLUE STEEL: y'aplus why the sticker?! D'ADDARIO short runs if tomorrow I will have this brand .....
    good the price is reasonable for a good quality rope, strength, functionality, while I like more than I like to try a different tyrants of the OCCAZ.
    experience made me make that choice ... So .... banco.
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  • the bluesmanthe bluesman

    D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric 6-StringPublished on 05/26/06 at 04:52
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    Hi, I use these strings for two weeks and it's really great, they keep well agreement.
    What I like most is the sound Metallic vacuum and I have tried the strings ...
    Fender, Gibson, Ernie Ball ... and that is the my prferes
    report quality price is bah ropes not have to look but it's worth the price it's worth lol
    I would do this choice, besides, I'm more than that
    I will be a small stock
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