Collection: D'Addario

About D'Addario

D'Addario is a family-owned string manufacturer based in Farmingdale, New York, with roots going back to the 17th century. They're the world's largest producer of guitar and bass strings, known for precision winding, consistent quality control, and a massive range of gauges and materials. Their strings are standard equipment in studios and on stages across every genre. Beyond strings, they've expanded into tuners, cables, picks, and other accessories that players actually use. The EXL and EJ series are industry standards, while newer lines like NYXL and XS push durability and tuning stability further than traditional nickel and phosphor bronze.

Electric Guitar Strings

D'Addario's electric string lineup covers everything from super light 9-42 sets to extra heavy 12-60 gauges. The XL Nickel Wound series, including the EXL110 Regular Light and EXL116 Medium Top/Heavy Bottom, are workhorse strings used by session players and touring musicians for decades. NYXL strings use high-carbon steel cores for better tuning stability and claim up to 131% greater breaking strength. The XS series adds a microscopically thin coating that extends string life without killing tone or feel. Balanced Tension sets like the EXL110BT distribute string-to-string tension more evenly, which some players find more comfortable for bending and fretting.

Acoustic Guitar Strings

Phosphor bronze is D'Addario's most popular acoustic alloy, and the EJ16 Light gauge is one of the best-selling acoustic string sets in North America. The EJ series spans extra light to medium gauges, plus 12-string sets like the EJ38. 80/20 bronze strings like the EJ11 deliver a brighter, more cutting tone that some fingerstyle and bluegrass players prefer. The XT and XS coated lines extend string life significantly while maintaining the snap and clarity of uncoated strings. Nickel Bronze strings, a newer alloy, sit between phosphor and 80/20 with a warm midrange and strong projection. Silk & Steel sets like the EJ40 use a silk wrap for a softer feel and mellower tone, popular with vintage guitar players and fingerpickers.

Bass Strings

D'Addario's bass string range includes standard long scale, short scale, and super long scale sets in gauges from light to heavy. The EXL170S Short Scale and EXL160 Heavy Long Scale cover the most common setups. NYXL bass strings use the same high-carbon steel core technology as the guitar line, with improved tuning stability and punch. The XTB3790GS is a specialty set designed for Taylor GS Mini acoustic basses, with a custom light gauge that balances tension and output on short-scale instruments. ProSteels like the EPS540 use a steel alloy wrap for brighter tone and longer sustain, favored by slap players and metal bassists.

Specialty Strings and Accessories

D'Addario makes strings for mandolin, ukulele, classical guitar, and 12-string instruments. The EJ62 mandolin set and EJ88T Nyltech tenor ukulele strings are category leaders. Classical players have options like the XTC46FF XT Dynacore Carbon set, which combines a carbon treble with a composite core for projection and sustain. Flatwound electric strings like the ECG24 Chromes deliver a smooth, muted tone for jazz and vintage rock tones. The Eclipse and Micro tuners are clip-on chromatic tuners with fast response and bright displays. The Mic Mute uses an infrared sensor to mute microphones without touching the capsule. Instrument cables in the Classic and Custom series offer reliable shielding and durable connectors at accessible prices.

Shop D'Addario at Blackout Audio

D'Addario strings and accessories are built for players who need consistency and reliability, set after set. Free shipping on orders over $199 across Canada. Browse the full range online and contact the team with questions about gauges, materials, or finding the right setup for your instrument.