D&#39;Addario NYXL1149 NYXL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - .011-.049 Medium

4.5 (33)

$12.99

4.7 (850)

$12.99

4.0 (11)

$12.99

4.7 (113)

$11.90 $11.70 $0.20 · All time low

Price History

Based on price data from 4 merchants for "D'Addario NYXL1149 NYXL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - .011-.049 Medium". Prices shown reflect NEW condition. Tracking began Apr 2, 2026.

^* Product prices and availability are updated by Equipboard every 24hrs and are subject to change. Equipboard may receive compensation for purchases made at participating retailers linked on this site. This compensation does not affect what products or prices are displayed, or the order of prices listed. For more information, please refer to our affiliate disclosure.

Description

Edit description

Transform your electric guitar's sound and playability with the D'Addario NYXL1149 Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings. These medium gauge strings, ranging from .011 to .049, are a testament to D'Addario's innovative approach to string technology. Offering an unparalleled combination of durability, tuning stability, and a crisp tone, the NYXL1149 set is designed for musicians who demand the best from their instruments. Whether you're bending with reckless abandon or riffing with precision, these strings maintain their intonation and stay in tune, letting you focus on your performance.

At the core of the NYXL1149 strings lies an exclusive high-carbon steel core, providing unmatched strength and flexibility. This innovative core enables the strings to stretch further and return to pitch with astonishing accuracy. Complemented by a nickel-plated wrap wire, these strings deliver a modern sound characterized by a subtle boost in output across the crucial midrange frequencies from 1kHz to 3.5kHz. This unique feature ensures your guitar cuts through the mix with clarity and punch. Designed for the modern musician, the NYXL1149 strings are the perfect fusion of tradition and innovation, offering a level of performance previously unattainable.

Key Features:

Exclusive high-carbon steel core for increased durability and tuning stability
Medium gauge (.011-.049) for versatile playability across various genres
Nickel-plated wrap wire enhances midrange frequency response for a modern tone
Improved tuning stability allows for less time tuning and more time playing
Corrosion-resistant packaging ensures strings stay fresh until ready for use
Ideal for players who utilize bending and alternative tunings

Product specs

Guitar Type	Electric Guitar
Number of Strings	6
Coated	No
Gauges	.011, .014, .018, .028, .038, .049
Core Material	Steel
Winding Material	Nickel Plated Steel
Winding Type	Round Wound

FAQs

What is the tonal characteristic of D'Addario NYXL1149 strings?: D'Addario NYXL1149 strings offer enhanced midrange presence and clarity, making them suitable for a wide range of musical styles. They provide a balanced tone with improved tuning stability.
Are D'Addario NYXL1149 strings suitable for heavy playing styles?: Yes, the medium gauge (.011-.049) of the D'Addario NYXL1149 strings is well-suited for heavier playing styles, providing increased tension and durability for aggressive strumming and bending.
How does the tuning stability of D'Addario NYXL1149 strings compare to other strings?: D'Addario NYXL1149 strings are known for their superior tuning stability, staying in tune 131% better than standard strings, which is ideal for players who use tremolo systems or frequently change tunings.
What type of winding is used in D'Addario NYXL1149 strings?: D'Addario NYXL1149 strings feature a nickel-plated steel winding, which delivers a bright, balanced tone and increased magnetic output for better pickup response.
Are D'Addario NYXL1149 strings good for drop tuning?: The medium gauge of D'Addario NYXL1149 strings provides enough tension to maintain stability and clarity in drop tunings, making them a good choice for genres that require lower tunings.

Videos

Add video

mastertheguitar

D'Addario NYXL Strings - MasterThatGear!

mastertheguitar

D'Addario NYXL Electric Strings | Everything You Need To Know

Sam Ash Music

Reviews

Add review

PROS

Robust durability, ideal for heavy-handed players, rarely break even with intense use.
Quick to stabilize, requiring minimal tuning adjustments after the initial setup.
Offers a bright, articulate sound with a pronounced mid-range, enhancing tonal clarity.
Maintains a consistent feel and sound over extended periods, even with regular gigging.
Increased string tension provides a more substantial feel, beneficial for certain playing styles.
Environmentally friendly packaging with convenient color-coded ball ends for easy string identification.
Excellent tuning stability, even under demanding play styles like bends and tremolo use.
Enhanced resonance and liveliness, significantly improving the sound of instruments like Telecasters.
Consistent high-quality across packs, ensuring reliability for frequent users.
Superior longevity, requiring less frequent changes compared to standard strings.

CONS

Premium price point, significantly higher than standard strings.
Initial setup requires more effort, including tuning and intonation adjustments.
Some players may find the thicker gauge too demanding on the fingers.
Slightly longer time needed to break in, requiring patience and adjustment for optimal performance.

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about D'Addario NYXL1149 NYXL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - .011-.049 Medium.

User experience

0 0

D'Addario NYXL mediums are praised for maintaining tune during power chords and bends, providing a durable option for rock genres.
Source
0 0

It's noted that, despite aggressive playing and extreme climates, some users experience long string life, indicating the potential impact of individual skin chemistry.
Source
0 0

Some users report that D'Addario NYXLs lose intonation after just 2-3 weeks of play, highlighting potential longevity issues for those with corrosive sweat.
Source

Setup and maintenance

0 0

Regular hand washing and string wiping after playing are recommended for extending string life, especially for those with corrosive sweat.
Source

Comparisons

0 0

The D'Addario EXL120 is favored over NYXL by some users for better sound and playability, with NYXL not justifying its higher price for them.
Source
0 0

A user noted that while NYXL strings feel great, they don't last as long as Elixirs, which are said to feel slippery and greasy.
Source
0 0

One user prefers D'Addario EXL120 over NYXLs for better sound and playability, suggesting that individual preferences can vary significantly between these models.
Source

Use cases and applications

0 0

D'Addario NYXL strings are preferred by some for drop tuning guitars, suggesting suitability for varied tuning requirements.
Source
0 0

A user prefers D'Addario NYXLs for drop tuning on guitars, indicating their suitability for such applications.
Source

Add review

5.0 out of 5

Based on 1 Review and 1 Rating

5 star

4 star

3 star

2 star

1 star

miguel_angelo

984

about 4 years ago

Modern Standard, long and stable lifespan

Can't go wrong with these, They feel great and last long. No doubt the strongest string I ever tried, never broke one. They're definitely on the bright side with high output. Lots of finger grunge on the wound strings. Compared to the .10's these sing louder and impart a bigger more full bodied sound, great for Jazz. Thumbs up for environmental friendly packaging and paints. Colour coded ball ends are super convenient also.

Roles:

Guitarist

Genres:

Rock Orchestra Folk, World, & Country

Artist usage

Add artist

Guthrie Govan

Guitarist, Composer

Asia

Verified via Photo

Guthrie Govan uses D'Addario NYXL1149 NYXL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - .011-.049 Medium, as confirmed by a post on his Instagram account where he refers to them as his "go-to" set for his Charvel GG guitars. Additionally, these strings are listed on Guthrie Govan’s artist page on D’Addario’s website.

Wolfgang Van Halen

Singer, Guitarist

Van Halen

Verified via Daddario

Daddario states Wolfgang uses these strings as well

Vince Gill

Singer, Guitarist

Eagles

Verified via Daddario

According to D'addario website Vince Gill uses NYXL 11 thru 49

Adam Miller

Guitarist

Verified via YouTube

In the video titled "Adam Miller Rig Rundown", Adam Miller mentions at 12:19 that he uses D'Addario NYXL1149 NYXL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - .011-.049 Medium on his guitar.

Genre Usage

Based on how artists on Equipboard use this gear, it is most commonly found in the following genres.

Folk, World, & Country

Used With

Based on how musicians on Equipboard use D'Addario NYXL1149 NYXL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - .011-.049 Medium, it is most commonly used with the following gear.

D'Addario EJ16 Phosphor Bronze .012-.053 Acoustic Guitar Strings Strings

D'Addario EJ17 Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings Strings

D'Addario EXL160S Nickel Wound Bass Guitar Strings, Medium, 50-105, Short Scale Strings

D'Addario American Stage Instrument Cables Instrument Cables

D'Addario NB1253 Strings

Novo Serus J Baritone Extended Range Guitars

Dunlop Primetone 308 Guitar Picks Picks & Pick Holders

D'Addario Micro Headstock Tuner Tuners

Grace Design ALiX Boost Effects Pedals

Collings C10 Deluxe Steel-string Acoustic Guitars

More D'Addario Strings

D'Addario EXL115 Nickelwound Guitar Strings 11-49 Strings

$6.20 - $6.90

6 available stores

5.0 (67)

^# 2

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

51 artists using

D'Addario NYXL Nickelwound Guitar Strings 10-52 Strings

$11.50 - $13.06

7 available stores

5.0 (56)

^# 7

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

25 artists using

D'Addario NYXL Nickelwound Guitar Strings 10-46 Strings

$12.48 - $13.30

7 available stores

5.0 (76)

^# 9

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

35 artists using

D'Addario EXL110 Nickelwound Guitar Strings 10-46 Strings

$6.36 - $8.49

9 available stores

4.5 (216)

^# 10

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

68 artists using

D'Addario EJ16 Phosphor Bronze .012-.053 Acoustic Guitar Strings Strings

$8.30 - $9.99

7 available stores

4.5 (48)

^# 18

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

17 artists using

D'Addario EXL140 Nickelwound Guitar Strings 10-52 Strings

$6.49 - $7.30

6 available stores

5.0 (27)

^# 19

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

12 artists using

D'Addario EXL170 Nickel Round Wound Bass Strings Strings

$12.27 - $26.99

7 available stores

5.0 (23)

^# 20

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

10 artists using

D'Addario EXL120 Nickelwound Guitar Strings 9-42 Strings

$6.49 - $11.99

3 available stores

4.5 (29)

^# 21

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

12 artists using

D'Addario NYXL Nickelwound Guitar Strings (11-56) Strings

$9.99 - $14.30

8 available stores

5.0 (21)

^# 27

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

D'Addario EJ17 Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings Strings

$6.60 - $9.99

7 available stores

5.0 (14)

^# 28

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

13 artists using

D'addario EXL116 Nickel Wound, Medium Top/Heavy Bottom, 11-52 Strings

$6.49 - $15.99

7 available stores

5.0 (8)

^# 29

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

13 artists using

D'Addario EXL117 Nickelwound Guitar Strings 11-56 Strings

$6.49 - $7.20

6 available stores

5.0 (18)

^# 31

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

D'Addario Chromes Flat Wound ECB81 45-100 Strings

$43.87 - $49.99

3 available stores

5.0 (8)

^# 32

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

11 artists using

D'Addario NYXL0942 Super Light 09-42 Electric Guitar Strings Strings

$12.99 - $13.70

6 available stores

4.5 (27)

^# 39

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

D'Addario XSB45100 XS Nickel Electric Bass Guitar Strings Strings

$49.99 - $56.00

7 available stores

^# 53

in Strings Rank

D'Addario EXL110+ XL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings 10.5-48 Regular Plus Strings

$6.17 - $8.49

8 available stores

^# 54

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

1 artist using

D'Addario NYXL0946 NYXL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - .009-.046 Super Light Top/Regular Bottom Strings

$11.30 - $12.99

7 available stores

5.0 (12)

^# 56

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

D'Addario EXL157 Nickel Wound Medium Baritone Guitar Strings 14-68 Strings

$8.99 - $13.00

7 available stores

5.0 (8)

^# 57

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

D'Addario EXL158 Nickel Wound Light Baritone Guitar Strings 13-62 Strings

$7.99 - $10.40

7 available stores

5.0 (7)

^# 58

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

D'Addario EXL110-7 Nickel Wound (.010-059) Guitar Strings Strings

$7.99 - $8.99

7 available stores

4.5 (13)

^# 60

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

D'Addario NYXL Nickelwound Guitar Strings 10-59 Strings

$13.40 - $15.99

7 available stores

5.0 (9)

^# 64

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

D'Addario EXL170-5 XL Nickel Round Wound 5-String Long Bass Strings Strings

$21.99 - $28.99

8 available stores

5.0 (12)

^# 66

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

6 artists using

D'Addario XT Electric Guitar Strings Strings

$12.99 - $13.99

7 available stores

5.0 (5)

^# 69

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

6 artists using

D'Addario EXL125 Nickelwound Guitar Strings 9-46 Strings

$6.49 - $8.49

7 available stores

5.0 (13)

^# 75

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

D'Addario EXL145 Nickelwound Heavy Gauge Strings (12-54) Strings

$5.87 - $7.50

7 available stores

4.5 (7)

^# 77

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

D'Addario EXL165 Nickel Wound 45-105 Strings

$17.99 - $27.00

7 available stores

4.5 (13)

^# 82

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

D'Addario NYXL Nickel Wound Medium Electric Guitar Strings (11-49) Strings

$11.70 - $13.99

6 available stores

5.0 (15)

^# 85

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

D'Addario EXL110BT XL Balanced Tension 10-46 Strings

$6.60 - $7.49

7 available stores

4.5 (17)

^# 86

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

D'Addario EJ21 XL Nickel Jazz Light Electric Guitar Strings Strings

$5.00 - $9.00

7 available stores

5.0 (4)

^# 89

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

6 artists using

D'Addario EJ26 Phosphor Bronze, Custom Light, 11-52 Strings

$8.30 - $41.65

6 available stores

4.5 (11)

^# 92

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

D'Addario EXL120-7 Nickel Wound, 7-String, Super Light, 9-54 Strings

$7.99 - $8.30

5 available stores

4.5 (7)

^# 93

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

D'Addario ECG25 Chromes Flat Wound Strings Strings

$17.89 - $23.80

7 available stores

4.5 (8)

^# 98

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

D'Addario NYXL45105 Nickel Wound Bass Strings (45-105) Strings

$24.30 - $33.00

8 available stores

4.5 (5)

^# 99

in Strings Rank

Who’s using this:

D'Addario EXL140 Strings

$6.49 - $7.30

6 available stores

4.5 (7)

Who’s using this:

D’Addario ECB82 Chromes Flatwound Medium strings Strings

$43.00 - $49.99

6 available stores

5.0 (5)

Who’s using this:

D'Addario Xl Nickel Wound Bass Strings Strings

$16.80 - $27.00

7 available stores

4.5 (11)

Who’s using this:

2 artists using

D'Addario NYXL1052 Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, Light Top / Heavy Bottom, 10-52 Strings

$9.99 - $12.99

6 available stores

5.0 (6)

Who’s using this:

D'Addario EJ15 Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings Strings

$7.49 - $10.00

6 available stores

4.5 (8)

Who’s using this:

D'Addario NYXL Nickel Wound Regular Light 5-String Bass Strings (45-130) Strings

$34.80 - $37.55

7 available stores

5.0 (1)

Who’s using this:

D'Addario EPN110 Pure Nickel, Regular Light 10-45 Strings

$6.99 - $10.50

6 available stores

5.0 (2)

Who’s using this: