--- product_id: 15819573 title: "D'Addario XL Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings EPN21, 12-51 | XL Pure Nickel electric strings deliver warm vintage tone, smooth feel, balanced response and dependable tuning stability." brand: "d'addario" price: "17848CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/15819573-daddario-xl-pure-nickel-electric-guitar-strings-epn21-12-51 store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # Vintage 1950s pure nickel tone Hex-Core for perfect intonation Made in USA precision D'Addario XL Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings EPN21, 12-51 | XL Pure Nickel electric strings deliver warm vintage tone, smooth feel, balanced response and dependable tuning stability. **Brand:** d'addario **Price:** 17848CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Feel the vintage vibe, play like a legend. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** D'Addario XL Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings EPN21, 12-51 | XL Pure Nickel electric strings deliver warm vintage tone, smooth feel, balanced response and dependable tuning stability. by d'addario - **How much does it cost?** 17848CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/15819573-daddario-xl-pure-nickel-electric-guitar-strings-epn21-12-51) ## Best For - d'addario enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted d'addario brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Jazz Light 12-51 Gauge:** Balanced tension for a fuller, richer sound without sacrificing playability. - • **Proudly Made in the USA:** Crafted in New York with state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched quality. - • **Authentic Vintage Warmth:** Recreate the iconic 1950s electric guitar tone with pure nickel wrap wire. - • **Precision Hex-Core Design:** Ensures flawless intonation, consistent feel, and long-lasting durability. - • **Eco-Friendly Packaging & Rewards:** Register your set to earn Players Circle points with recyclable VCI bag. ## Overview D'Addario XL Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings (EPN21, 12-51) deliver warm, vintage 1950s tone with pure nickel wrap wire and a high carbon steel core. Featuring proprietary Hex-Core technology for perfect intonation and durability, these jazz light gauge strings offer a rich, clean sound ideal for blues, rock & roll, and country. Made in the USA with eco-conscious packaging, they combine classic tone with modern precision and player rewards. ## Description Product Description XL Pure Nickel is our vintage electric string set, designed to embody the vibe of the ‘50s. In that early era of electric guitar, pure nickel was the main alloy used in electric guitar strings. Made with a high carbon steel core and pure nickel wrap wire, these electric strings revive the rich, clean tones heard in early blues, rock & roll, and country music. This 12-51 Jazz Light set adds some additional tension over Medium gauge Pure Nickel strings, for a slightly fuller tone. From the Manufacturer EPN21's combine the playability of D'Addario's most popular jazz light gauge set with a warmer, vintage tone.D'Addario XL Pure Nickel strings look back to the '50s, when nickel was the primary alloy found in electric guitar strings. Pure nickel strings would be supplanted by nickelplated steel in the '60s when guitarists required brighter tone and enhanced magnetism. Pure Nickel brings back the richer, warmer timbres found in traditional blues, classic rock, rockabilly, and more.D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known as The Players Choice with a reputation for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario's innovative packaging reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set. ## Features - VINTAGE TONE - XL Pure Nickel offers the vintage guitar tone of the 1950s. - RICH, CLEAN SOUND - Pure Nickel wrap wire revives the rich, clean string sound heard in early blues, rock & roll, and country music. - HEX-CORE - Like all D’Addario electric guitar strings, XL Pure Nickel are made with our proprietary Hex-Core, ensuring perfect intonation, consistent feel, and reliable durability. - EARN REWARD POINTS - Pure Nickel sets have a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points. - MADE IN THE USA – D’Addario electric guitar strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B001UARMPU | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,302 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #21 in Electric Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Nickel | | Brand Name | D'Addario | | Coating Description | Coated | | Color | Silver | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (2,871) | | Finish Type | Uncoated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954959982 | | Instrument | Electric Guitar | | Item Type Name | Guitar Strings | | Item Weight | 1.12 ounces | | Manufacturer | D'Addario &Co. Inc | | Manufacturer Part Number | EPN21 | | Material Type | Nickel | | Model Name | EPN21 | | Model Number | EPN21 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Electric Guitar | | Set Name | EPN21 | | Sound Profile | Warm Vintage | | String Gauge | Light | | String Material Type | Nickel | | UPC | 019954959982 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | Replaced if defective. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** D'Addario - **Color:** Silver - **Instrument:** Electric Guitar - **String Gauge:** Light - **String Material Type:** Nickel ## Images ![D'Addario XL Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings EPN21, 12-51 | XL Pure Nickel electric strings deliver warm vintage tone, smooth feel, balanced response and dependable tuning stability. - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71VikDTIPPL.jpg) ![D'Addario XL Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings EPN21, 12-51 | XL Pure Nickel electric strings deliver warm vintage tone, smooth feel, balanced response and dependable tuning stability. - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71EM38KIJML.jpg) ![D'Addario XL Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings EPN21, 12-51 | XL Pure Nickel electric strings deliver warm vintage tone, smooth feel, balanced response and dependable tuning stability. - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81LeGE6hnOL.jpg) ![D'Addario XL Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings EPN21, 12-51 | XL Pure Nickel electric strings deliver warm vintage tone, smooth feel, balanced response and dependable tuning stability. - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81SBVxNjrvL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: does anyone know what is the difference between the pure nickel and the wound nickel?** A: Pure Nickel is less susceptible to the magnetic field, and thus warmer. A lot of blues players use them. Think 50/60’s sound. Nickel Wound, has a steel core, which are affected more by the pick-up magnets. Those strings have a brighter attack. Hope that helps! Always try them yourself, personal taste may differ. **Q: Is the G string wound** A: On sets over 12 gauge on the first string... the 3rd string is wound. Under 11 gauge E string the G is plain.Overall great strings these pure nickel ones. **Q: Are these good for a semi-hollow body style guitar like an Ibanez artcore ag75?** A: Hi, yes they are good strings for that guitar. I bought them looking for a warm jazzy tone, but these caliber are hard to play. **Q: Are these strings good for a telecaster or strat ?** A: Yes, and as with all things, it depends on what kind of sound you're going for. Pure Nickel strings tend to have a warmer tone which is great for blues. If your guitar's pickups tend to be too bright, these will help smooth put the tone. I used them on my strat which was equipped with Noiseless pups that were very bright. ## Frequently Bought Together - D'Addario Guitar Strings - XL Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings - Round Wound - Warm, Bright, Vintage Sound - EPN21 - Jazz Light, 12-51 - D'Addario Guitar Strings - XL Nickel Electric Guitar Strings - EJ21 - Perfect Intonation, Consistent Feel, Reliable Durability - For 6 String Guitars - 12-52 Jazz Light - D'Addario Guitar Strings - XL Half Rounds Electric Guitar Strings - Semi-Flat Wound - Bright Tone, Smooth Feel, Reduced Finger Noise - EHR350 - Jazz Light, 12-52 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/15819573-daddario-xl-pure-nickel-electric-guitar-strings-epn21-12-51](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/15819573-daddario-xl-pure-nickel-electric-guitar-strings-epn21-12-51) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-08-13*