Detail 01
XT coating
Each string is coated to provide corrosion resistance and consistency.
Product detailSKU #1500000286201
D'AddarioXT Nickel-Plated Steel Electric Guitar Coated Strings - .009-.042 Light
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
D'Addario XT .009–.042 Light strings are a coated electric-guitar set using a NY Steel core and nickel-plated steel wrap wire. The XT coating is applied to every string to provide corrosion resistance and consistency while preserving the natural feel of an uncoated string. The nickel-plated wrap is described as producing a bright, focused sound. Color-coded ball ends provide a useful visual reference during a restring, and the corrosion-resistant packaging helps keep the set fresh through storage and transport.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Electric-guitar players selecting the supplied .009–.042 Light gauge set.
- Players seeking coated strings designed to feel like uncoated nickel-plated steel.
- Quick, accurate string changes using the color-coded ball-end system.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who want a gauge other than .009–.042 Light.
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
NY Steel core with nickel-plated steel wrap wire
These materials make up the strings’ stated core and wrap construction.
Detail 03
.009–.042 Light
This is the supplied gauge designation.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Verify that .009–.042 Light is the gauge set you intend to use.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Are these coated strings?
Yes. XT coating is applied to each string for corrosion resistance.
02What guitar are they for?
They are electric guitar strings.
03Are they easy to identify during a change?
Yes. The set uses color-coded ball ends for quick, accurate string changes.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- .009-.042 Light
