Detail 01
Nickel wound
Warmer and smoother than stainless. Rolls off the aggressive top end, which is why jazz players reach for it.
Product detailSKU #1274034477896
D'AddarioEJ20 Nickel Wound Jazz Extra Light Electric Guitar Strings
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Extra-light nickel-wound electric set built for jazz. Flat, warm response and low tension for players who fret cleanly and don't bend much.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Jazz comping and single-note lines on a hollowbody or archtop
- Players with hand strain who want the least tension possible
- Anyone chasing a warm, non-bright tone
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Rock and blues players who bend hard — these go sharp under pressure
- Heavy strummers; light gauge frets out and rattles
- Anyone wanting brightness and cut from their strings
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Extra light gauge
Lowest tension in the range. Very easy to fret, but easy to push sharp and prone to buzz with a heavy hand.
Detail 03
Jazz designation
The gauge spread is weighted for chord voicings and clean single-note runs, not for wide bends.
Detail 04
Roundwound
Still has some texture and finger noise, unlike flatwounds. Brighter than a flatwound jazz set.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Coming from a heavier gauge, expect neck relief and intonation to need adjustment
- 02Strings only. No picks, winder, or tools included
- 03Low tension can buzz on a low action setup; raise the bridge slightly if it does
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Are these flatwound?
No, they're roundwound with nickel. You'll still get some finger squeak on slides. For a smooth, quiet surface with a darker tone, you want a flatwound set instead.
02Can I use these for rock?
You can, but extra-light gauge goes sharp when you bend hard and buzzes under heavy picking. A regular or light gauge holds up better for rock.
03Will these fit my hollowbody archtop?
Yes. Standard-length electric guitar strings fit archtops and hollowbodies, including trapeze tailpieces. Check the tailpiece takes ball ends.
04Do I need a setup switching to these?
If you're coming from a heavier gauge, yes. Lower tension changes neck relief and intonation, and light strings may buzz until action is adjusted.
