--- product_id: 161137283 title: "D'Addario Guitar Strings - XT Nickel Coated Electric Guitar Strings - XTE0942 - Extended String Life with Natural Tone & Feel - For 6 String Guitars - 09-42 Super Light" brand: "d'addario" price: "C$2419" currency: NIO in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "D'addario" url: https://www.desertcart.ni/products/161137283-daddario-guitar-strings-xt-nickel-coated-electric-guitar-strings-xte0942 store_origin: NI region: Nicaragua --- # Nickel coating with natural uncoated feel 131% better tuning stability 40% stronger break resistance D'Addario Guitar Strings - XT Nickel Coated Electric Guitar Strings - XTE0942 - Extended String Life with Natural Tone & Feel - For 6 String Guitars - 09-42 Super Light **Brand:** d'addario **Price:** C$2419 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Play longer, sound brighter, and never fade away with D'Addario XT Strings! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** D'Addario Guitar Strings - XT Nickel Coated Electric Guitar Strings - XTE0942 - Extended String Life with Natural Tone & Feel - For 6 String Guitars - 09-42 Super Light by d'addario - **How much does it cost?** C$2419 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ni](https://www.desertcart.ni/products/161137283-daddario-guitar-strings-xt-nickel-coated-electric-guitar-strings-xte0942) ## 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 - • **Unmatched Durability:** Strum longer with strings 40% stronger than standard sets. - • **Pure Tone, No Compromise:** Nickel coating preserves the natural bright and clear sound you love. - • **Stay In Tune, Stay Ahead:** Experience 131% better tuning stability for flawless performance. - • **Super Light Gauge Precision:** 09-42 gauge offers effortless playability without sacrificing tone. - • **Made in the USA, Trusted Worldwide:** Crafted in New York with exacting standards for pros and enthusiasts alike. ## Overview D'Addario XT Nickel Coated Electric Guitar Strings (09-42 Super Light) combine advanced corrosion-resistant coating with NY Steel core and Fusion Twist technology to deliver 40% greater break strength and 131% improved tuning stability. Designed to preserve the natural tone and feel of uncoated strings, these American-made strings offer bright, clear sound and extended lifespan, perfect for professional and passionate guitarists across all genres. ## Description From the manufacturer Never Fade Away D’Addario XT Strings use groundbreaking lifespan-increasing technology on every string, to bring you enhanced pitch stability and lasting performance—all while preserving the tone and feel of your favorite untreated strings. These strings are made to stay, for performance that never fades away. D'Addario Electric Guitar Strings XT Electric NYXL XL Nickel XL Chromes XL Pro Steels XL Pure Nickel XL Half Rounds aplus content video Dampening Say Goodbye to Sonic Sacrifices The harmonics of an XT string ring out just as long and clear as those of an uncoated string. Strength Strum Longer Strength tests prove that plain steel XT strings are up to 40% stronger than standard strings. Tuning Stability Enhanced Tuning Stability We put them to the test and XT strings stay in tune up to 131% better than standard strings. Break Resistance Bend Longer At two whole steps higher, XT strings are still at less than 75% of their breaking point. GET REWARDED Playing D'Addario Just Got More Rewarding Join Players Circle and get rewarded with free stuff and other perks just for playing D’Addario. Register Your Products Register Your Players Circle Code Register the Players Circle code printed inside your package to start earning points. Redeem Your Points Redeem For Gear, Merchandise and Swag Watch your points add up and redeem them for all things D'Addario. Exclusive Access Access to BETA Testing and Exclusive Promotions Players Circle members get first dibs on testing new products, before anyone even knows they exist. Review: Quality as usual. - Great strings, great sound. Review: The best of the best - IMHO still the best strings money can buy and I've tried all the top brands, they last well, feel good and sound great. ## Features - Long-Lasting Balance and Brightness: XT Nickel electric guitar strings feature an advanced corrosion-resistant coating that extends string life while preserving the natural tone and feel of uncoated strings - Strength and Stability: With a NY Steel core and Fusion Twist technology, XT Nickel offers greater break strength and unmatched tuning stability—bent two whole steps higher, XT strings are still at less than 75% of their breaking point - Strings for Every Style: From jazz to metal to rock, bluegrass, blues, folk and more, we make great sounding strings for every genre and level from beginner to pro, including strings for bass, acoustic, classical, and 12-string - Sound Better, Play Better: Shop our whole collection of guitar accessories including string winders, picks, straps, capos, tuners, cables, gear bags and cases, plus strings for banjo, mandolin, ukelele and more - Made in the USA: As the world’s largest and most respected maker of musical accessories, D’Addario strings are made to exacting specifications at our cutting edge New York production facility ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07TBPQ5T9 | | Best Sellers Rank | 355 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 30 in Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Nickel | | Brand | D'Addario | | Brand Name | D'Addario | | Coating Description | Nickel with Uncoated Feel | | Coating description | Nickel with Uncoated Feel | | Colour | Black | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 9,202 Reviews | | Finish Type | Uncoated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954308926 | | Included Components | Guitar Strings | | Instrument | Electric Guitar | | Item Type Name | D'Addario XTE0942, XT Electric Nickel Plated Steel, Super Light, 09-42 | | Item Weight | 0.25 Grams | | Manufacturer | D'Addario | | Manufacturer Part Number | XTE0942 | | Material Type | Nickel Plated | | Model Name | XTE0942 | | Model Number | XTE0942 | | Product Warranty | Not applicable. | | Recommended Uses For Product | Electric guitar | | Set Name | Set of 6 strings | | Sound Profile | Bright and Clear with a focus on High Frequencies | | String Gauge | Light | | String Material Type | Nickel-Plated | | String gauge | Light | | String material type | Nickel-Plated | | UPC | 019954308926 | | Unit Count | 1 unité | ## Product Details - **Brand:** D'Addario - **Colour:** Black - **Instrument:** Electric Guitar - **String gauge:** Light - **String material type:** Nickel-Plated ## Images ![D'Addario Guitar Strings - XT Nickel Coated Electric Guitar Strings - XTE0942 - Extended String Life with Natural Tone & Feel - For 6 String Guitars - 09-42 Super Light - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/713EcDAkPoL.jpg) ![D'Addario Guitar Strings - XT Nickel Coated Electric Guitar Strings - XTE0942 - Extended String Life with Natural Tone & Feel - For 6 String Guitars - 09-42 Super Light - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/718+-as8I9L.jpg) ![D'Addario Guitar Strings - XT Nickel Coated Electric Guitar Strings - XTE0942 - Extended String Life with Natural Tone & Feel - For 6 String Guitars - 09-42 Super Light - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61J0ZitixOL.jpg) ![D'Addario Guitar Strings - XT Nickel Coated Electric Guitar Strings - XTE0942 - Extended String Life with Natural Tone & Feel - For 6 String Guitars - 09-42 Super Light - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71zu9RRbbaL.jpg) ![D'Addario Guitar Strings - XT Nickel Coated Electric Guitar Strings - XTE0942 - Extended String Life with Natural Tone & Feel - For 6 String Guitars - 09-42 Super Light - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71vRDXac7xL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Pattern, Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: are these meant for Electro-acoustic guitars as well?** A: No, These are for electric guitar only. I would recommend the XTAPB or XSAPB sets for acoustic/acoustic with a pickup system **Q: How can I buy single strings? Need multiple electric XT .010 and XT .013** A: Either try a guitar shop or check on Ebay **Q: Where are they manufactured.** A: Italy. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality as usual. *by K***R on 20 April 2026* Great strings, great sound. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best of the best *by J***C on 25 June 2026* IMHO still the best strings money can buy and I've tried all the top brands, they last well, feel good and sound great. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great strings *by A***R on 27 December 2025* Good sound, hard wearing and resists sweat anf grime. Good general use string ## Frequently Bought Together - D'Addario Guitar Strings - XT Nickel Coated Electric Guitar Strings - XTE0942 - Extended String Life with Natural Tone & Feel - For 6 String Guitars - 09-42 Super Light - D'Addario Accessories Pro-Winder Guitar String Winder, Cutter, Bridge Pin Puller - All in One Guitar Tool - Black - D'Addario NYXL1046 Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, Regular Light, 10-46 --- ## 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.ni/products/161137283-daddario-guitar-strings-xt-nickel-coated-electric-guitar-strings-xte0942](https://www.desertcart.ni/products/161137283-daddario-guitar-strings-xt-nickel-coated-electric-guitar-strings-xte0942) --- *Product available on Desertcart Nicaragua* *Store origin: NI* *Last updated: 2026-07-09*