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11–52 Medium Top/Heavy Bottom
The set pairs moderately flexible high strings with a heavier low-string side.

Independent shopping perspective
D’Addario’s NYXL 11–52 Medium Top/Heavy Bottom set uses a hybrid gauge layout: the treble strings retain moderate flexibility while the heavier lower strings are voiced for a booming, tight low end. NY Steel cores, premium nickel-plated steel wrap wire, and Fusion Twist technology make up the construction. NYXL also emphasizes increased break strength, improved tuning stability, and stronger midrange presence and crunch for guitar parts that need to cut through a mix.


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Detail 01
The set pairs moderately flexible high strings with a heavier low-string side.
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11–52.
It provides moderate flexibility on the high strings and a booming, tight low end.
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