What is thw difference between Balanced and Not Balanced versions?

In producing a Balanced Tension set, D'Addario has attempted to make the string tension of all six strings as equal as possible. The benefit to the play is that pressing on one string feels essentially the same as pressing on any other string. This is especially important for string-bending. Once you learn how much pressure is necessary to bend one string to increase the pitch 1/2 step (for example), the same pressure will increase the pitch 1/2 step on any other string.

Are these strings coated? The "XL" implies so...

NYXL strings are not coated, and XL is just a product series/family name, which does not imply any specific product specs. - Steve @ D'Addario

So what do you Blues players have to say about these strings?

Depends on the type of blues you play.... If you lean more toward "Delta", you probably wont like these much 'cause they give you more bottom end and highs and get rid of that muddy low-mid much sought-after in that style. Otherwise, many of us who pursue the more recent guitar gods (aka Hendrix, Stevie Ray, Page, etc.) will probably find these strings to be a nice "push" - to some, it will be like adding well-needed air to a deflating balloon.

Ya but does it djent?

My answer is yes. Great for metal and black metal. Not sure about math metal but I would stick with yes. Nita Strauss does solo work in heavy metal and only uses these strings. Same goes for me , and the many guitarists I play with. Used them in Vegas and received many compliments. To really enhance your sound your pedal board will need some adjustments.. You can also check https:/djenthub.com. Between my son, who has ten Solar guitars ,and my seven guitars, esp my Steve Vai blue floral jemm 77p and my Nita Strauss signature jiva 10 these are the only strings we use Good luck is your decision. Just keep in mind we all hear and feel things differently but so many of the musicians I play with all use these strings. Keep on rockin. And keep metal alive

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V**D

The gold standard

Best strings Ive ever used. Doesn't break plus they sound and feel great

11.07.2025

J**.

Good clear tone, without being too bright

I admittedly don't have the swankiest guitar/strings, but these last a while and I can keep from changing them for 6 months or so with daily-or-so use, so really quite decent. Also came with an extra high E which is great as that's the string I break the most. As for the sound, they are exactly what I was looking for; not so thin as the majority of 9s and 10s , but not so thick as meant for drop tunings (though these don't sound too bad in drop D/half step down). All in all good purchase.

15.02.2023

J**A

Strings

Amazing item, thank you !!!

23.05.2025

D**N

Great sound

Great sound, seem to tarnish a bit quicker than I’d like but I guess that’s the price you pay for good sounding strings

25.10.2024

H**Y

Brilliant sound/feel, if not a tiny bit short lived

These strings sound and feel amazing, however I found they rusted faster than I anticipated. Would definately buy again, however I would spend special care to wipe down the springs after playing, and maybe invest in some string cleaner.

25.01.2020

B**G

Buy them !

These strings are expensive, I know but you 100% get value for your money here. It’s crazy how good these are. I had always stuck to Ernie ball until recently where I had started to get a bit more aggressive with my playing and wanted to go up to 11s, I got 11s Ernie ball and they snapped after one gig. I thought it must of been a duff set so I got more and they snapped also. These strings fit perfectly with my evolving playing style which is trying to emulate Ritchie Blackmore. These strings are top notch 👌

2.07.2019

D**H

Excellent

Very strong high quality.

7.09.2023

M**Z

Great balance between brightness and bold tone.

Amazon set "brightness" as a quality, it is not bright as thinner strings, but I give it 5 stars as it has a great balance between brightness and body into the sound. I particularly liked the feel of the strings in my hand. It is a particular taste so each one needs to try what's best for you.

8.02.2020

ASIN	B00L1LKQE2
Best Sellers Rank	15 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 5 in Guitar Strings
Body Material	Steel
Colour	Nickel
Country Produced In	USA
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (752)
Date First Available	2 July 2014
Item Weight	31.8 g
Item model number	NYXL1149
Material Type	Steel
Number of Strings	6
Product Dimensions	10.92 x 0.82 x 11.43 cm; 31.75 g
Size	Medium, 11-49
String Gauge	Medium
String Material	Nickel
Styling	Wrap

D'Addario Electric Guitar Strings, NYXL Nickel Plated, NYXL1149, Medium Gauge 11-49, 6-String Set, Pack of 1

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