D'Addario EXL117 XL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings Medium Top/X-Heavy Bottom 11-56

D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar strings are globally famous as 'The Player's Choice' for musicians of all styles. These strings are precisely wound with nickel-plated steel on a hex-shaped core, delivering a bright tone and excellent intonation. This set is perfect for Drop D tuning. PLU: EXL117.

Using these D'Addario guitar strings is easy. First, tune your guitar to Drop D if you plan to use this set for that tuning. Just loosen the old strings and remove them, then thread the new ones through the bridge and the tuning pegs. When winding the strings on the pegs, make sure they are wound neatly to avoid any kinks. As for maintenance, wipe the strings down with a clean cloth after each use to remove dirt and sweat. This will help keep the bright tone for longer. Also, don't over-tighten the strings as it can cause them to break. If you notice any signs of wear like fraying, it's time to replace them.