XL Nickel Wound electric guitar strings are the standard against which all other strings are measured. Our best-belling electric set, XL Nickel has been revered by players everywhere since 1974. Made with a high carbon steel core and nickel-plated steel wrap wire, XL Nickel strings have a bright, versatile tone, ideal for a wide variety of musical styles. This 10-74 Light Top/Heavy Bottom 8-String set combines the high strings from a Regular Light set with additional heavier low strings, delivering powerful lows and smooth bending. Features:- •\tOptimized for 8-string electrics tuned F#, B, E, A, D, G, B, E •\tRound wound with nickelplated steel for distinctive bright tone •\tEnvironmentally friendly, corrosion resistant packaging for strings that are always fresh •\tMade in the U.S.A. for the highest quality and performance •\tString Gauges: Plain Steel .010, .013, .017, Nickel Wound .030, .042, .054, .064, .074