D'addario EJ21 Jazz Light Electric Guitar Strings
XL Nickel Wound electric guitar strings are the standard against which all other strings are measured. XL Nickel has been revered by players everywhere since 1974.
12-52 Jazz Light Electric Guitar Strings
Made with a high carbon steel core and nickel-plated steel wrap wire, XL Nickel strings have a bright, versatile tone, ideal for a wide variety of musical styles. This 12-52 Jazz Light set features a wound 3rd/G-string, providing more tension for drop tuning, as well as accommodating a traditional jazz setup.
Features
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XL Nickel has been revered by players everywhere since 1974.
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Nickel-plated steel wrap wire provides a bright, versatile electric guitar tone, great for a variety of musical genres.
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Like all D’Addario electric guitar strings, XL Nickel are made with proprietary Hex-Core, ensuring perfect intonation, consistent feel, and reliable durability.
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XL Nickel sets have a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
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XL Nickel electric guitar strings are made in the USA—drawn to exacting specifications at D'addario's New York production facility.
String Tension Chart
| ITEM # | NOTE | DIAMETER | TENSION |
|---|---|---|---|
| PL012 | E4 | 0.012 in | 23.4 lbs |
| PL016 | B3 | 0.016 in | 23.3 lbs |
| NW024 | G3 | 0.024 in | 28.0 lbs |
| NW032 | D3 | 0.032 in | 27.6 lbs |
| NW042 | A2 | 0.042 in | 25.6 lbs |
| NW052 | E2 | 0.052 in | 21.1 lbs |
| Brand | D'Addario |
|---|---|
| Series | D'Addario XL Series |
| Protective Coating | No |
| Material | Nickel Plated |
| First String Gauge | .012 |
| Last String Gauge | .052 |
| End Type | Ball-End |
| Winding | Round |



