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. 09-46 Super Light Top/Regular Bottom gauge sets have more low-end tone, while staying flexible for bends. Features :- •\tHybrid gauge combines EXL120 for flexibility and EXL110 for more solid low end •\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 .009, .011, .016, Nickel Wound .026, .036, .046