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Description

Crafted for guitarists who demand longevity and performance, D'Addario NYXL Custom Gauge Strings are designed to enhance your musical expression with unparalleled strength and tuning stability. Made with high-carbon steel wire, these strings promise superior break resistance, allowing you to push your guitar playing to new heights without the fear of frequent string changes. The innovative string winding process ensures that your instrument will stay in tune longer, even under intense playing conditions, making them ideal for both studio and live performances.

D'Addario has engineered these strings to offer a dynamic range that captures every nuance of your playing style. Whether you're strumming, fingerpicking, or bending notes, these strings deliver a balanced sound with an exceptional tonal presence. Their custom gauge set provides a tailored tension that's perfect for guitarists looking for a precise feel and response.

Key Features:

  • Made with high-carbon steel wire for enhanced strength and tuning stability
  • Superior break resistance for extended string life
  • Custom gauge set for a tailored playing experience
  • Innovative winding process for longer-lasting tuning accuracy
  • Balanced sound with exceptional tonal presence
  • Ideal for both studio and live performances
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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about D'Addario NYXL Custom Gauge Strings.

Setup and maintenance

  • A player reported tension issues in Drop B tuning using a NYXL 12-60 set, suggesting a setup check might be necessary for tuning stability.

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  • A 25.5" scale 7-string guitar can accommodate the NYXL09564SB set, originally intended for multi-scale guitars, without issues.

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  • Players with a 27" scale length find the NYXL 10-74 set's high strings too light for drop F#, suggesting heavier gauges for better balance.

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Use cases and applications

  • One owner successfully used an NYXL 12-60 set in Drop B but replaced the 60 with a 64 for better lower string tension.

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  • Some users prefer mixing 6-string packs with a single string for the 7th to better suit drop tunings due to limited drop tuning packs.

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  • Some owners prefer the NYXL 9-80 8-string set on a 26.5" scale, excluding the 9th string, effectively adjusting for drop F# tuning.

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Comparisons

  • Stringjoy strings are favorably compared to Kalium for gauges below 85, with some users preferring Stringjoy for custom setups.

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  • For drop tunings like drop F#, NYXL strings are favored for availability compared to custom Stringjoy sets, which require online ordering.

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Features and functionality

  • Locking tuners may not perform optimally under insufficient string tension, impacting tuning stability in Drop B tunings.

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  • This string set offers balanced tension, particularly with slightly thicker wound strings, making it suitable for both headless and traditional guitars.

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User experience

  • Owners find the NYXL09564SB set fits standard guitars, not just the Strandberg headless model, providing versatility across different guitar types.

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  • It's noted that optimized tension sets help prevent significant tension drops on the lowest string, crucial for maintaining playability in low tunings.

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See how Phil Collen uses D'Addario NYXL Custom Gauge Strings

Phil Collen

Guitarist

Def Leppard

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Verified via Premier Guitar

The article says Collen uses 13-54 gauge strings, but there aren't any on D'Addario's website so I think it's safe to say it's a custom gauge.

See how Issac Hale uses D'Addario NYXL Custom Gauge Strings

Issac Hale

Guitarist

KNocked Loose

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Verified via YouTube

In this rig runndown issac shows off his live rig. He states that he switched to a set of daddario nyxl strings. He states that he switched on order to try out different gauges of strings. His heavier strings are a 70 guage

See how Stevie Young uses D'Addario NYXL Custom Gauge Strings

Stevie Young

Guitarist

AC/DC

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Verified via Photo

Stevie used a custom set of D'addario string with a wounded G string ordered by his guitar tech Greg Howard as picture above

Gauge from think to thick

.012, .016, .025w, .034, .044, .056

See how Nicko Calderon uses D'Addario NYXL Custom Gauge Strings

Nicko Calderon

Guitarist

KNocked Loose

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Verified via YouTube

Nicko uses daddario nyxl strings. He likes that they last him longer, and hold the tension well

See how Isaac Hale uses D'Addario NYXL Custom Gauge Strings

Isaac Hale

Guitarist, Music Producer

KNocked Loose

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Verified via YouTube

In the Premier Guitar video "Knocked Loose Rig Rundown Guitar Gear Tour with Isaac Hale & Nicko Calderon [2024]," Isaac Hale mentions using D'Addario NYXL Custom Gauge Strings.

See how Noah Ashwood uses D'Addario NYXL Custom Gauge Strings

Noah Ashwood

Singer, Guitarist

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Verified via Photo

In an Instagram post by Holy Roller Records, Noah Ashwood is confirmed to use D'Addario NYXL Custom Gauge Strings.

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