Daddario XSE1046

Set of Strings for Electric Guitar

Nickel-plated steel
Same polymer coating as XS acoustic strings
High-carbon steel string core like the NYXL strings
Tonal behaviour like an uncoated EXL string
Gauges: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
Made in USA

Available since April 2022

Item number 540718

Sales Unit 1 piece(s)

String gauge 010 - 046

Strength of the strings 0,010" – 0,046"

Material Steel

£12.90

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Top-Tier Electric Strings – Clarity, Feel

Buba32 06.05.2025

The D’Addario XSE1046 have quickly become my go-to electric guitar strings. From the moment I strung them up, the tone was crisp, punchy, and well-balanced, with a tight low end and bright highs that cut through the mix perfectly. Whether you're playing clean tones or driving heavy gain, these strings deliver clarity and consistency across the board.

The ultra-thin EXP coating is a game changer – you get the feel of a fresh uncoated set, but with the durability of coated strings. They’re smooth under the fingers with zero drag, making fast playing, bends, and slides effortless.

I’ve been impressed by how well they maintain tone and tuning stability even after long sessions. Perfect for gigging or studio work where reliability is key.

In short, the XSE1046s combine D'Addario’s legendary quality with modern coated string tech, giving you performance and longevity without compromise. A top choice for serious players.

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Probably best strings for me

vbrabandt 15.07.2023

I been playing these strings for around 2-3 months and it's been amazing, the string feels smooth so sliding to a note is very easy and considering that I play almost every single day for hours and they still feels and sound good, I recommend these to anyone who wants a long lasting, good sounding set of strings (who thinks that they are worth it).

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Strings for harsh environment

JensWel 20.10.2022

These strings can live ½ year though the rough heat, dust, salt and occasionally wet climate in south-west Crete. They are easy to change and get in tune, stays well, take bends and sounds very close to non-coated strings. Actually I like the smoothness of the coating. Highly recommendable.

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sound good feel good

Lot S 08.10.2023

Bought these to compare to Elixirs. not quite as good but still brilliant strings. they were quite a similar smooth feel, and sounded fresh for a long long time. They became dead quicker than my elixirs tend to be. And for this reason I am now using elixirs again. but I did like these strings! I'd deffo recommend these if you like coated strings.

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