Detail 01
Light top / heavy bottom
Thin plain strings stay easy to bend; thicker wound strings keep low notes tight instead of floppy.
Product detailSKU #1304980283207
D'AddarioEXL140 Light Top/Heavy Bottom Electric Guitar Strings 10-Pack
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Ten sets of D'Addario EXL140 electric strings in one box. For players who change strings often and want to stop buying one set at a time.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Gigging players who restring before every show
- Drop and baritone-style low tunings needing tight wound strings
- Repair techs and teachers restringing multiple instruments
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who restring twice a year — sets can corrode in storage
- Anyone still deciding on gauge; ten sets is a commitment
- Acoustic, classical, or bass players — these are electric sets
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
10-pack
Per-set cost drops well below single-set pricing, and you always have a spare in the case.
Detail 03
Hybrid gauge set
Not a straight light set. The heavier low strings pull more total tension than standard 10s.
Detail 04
Electric guitar strings
Steel core, magnetic. They work with any standard electric pickup; they will not drive an acoustic top properly.
Detail 05
Single-set sealed packaging
Each set is bagged separately, so unopened sets stay sealed against humidity until you need them.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Heavier low strings may need truss rod and intonation adjustment after switching
- 02Six-saddle bridges intonate these easily; wraparound bridges are harder to dial in
- 03Store spares somewhere dry; wound strings tarnish in a damp garage or basement
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit my guitar?
They fit standard six-string electrics with a ball-end bridge. Check that your bridge or tremolo block accepts a thicker low E than a plain light set uses.
02How long do sets last unopened?
Sealed sets stored somewhere cool and dry stay fresh for years. Heat and humidity are what kill them, not shelf time.
03Do I need a setup after installing these?
If you are coming from a standard light set, expect slight neck relief change. Check relief and intonation, adjust if the guitar plays or tunes differently.
04Are these good for drop tunings?
Yes. The heavier wound strings are the reason this gauge exists — they hold pitch and stay tight when you drop the low string.
