---
product_id: 342421138
title: "D'Addario Guitar Strings - XT Nickel Coated Electric Guitar Strings - XTE1052 - Extended String Life with Natural Tone & Feel - For 6 String Guitars - 10-52 Lt Top/Heavy Bottom"
brand: "d'addario"
price: "R561"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 12
category: "D'addario"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/342421138-daddario-guitar-strings-xt-nickel-coated-electric-guitar-strings-xte1052
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Bright, versatile nickel-plated tone Fusion Twist tech for tuning stability Corrosion-resistant coating D'Addario Guitar Strings - XT Nickel Coated Electric Guitar Strings - XTE1052 - Extended String Life with Natural Tone & Feel - For 6 String Guitars - 10-52 Lt Top/Heavy Bottom

**Brand:** d'addario
**Price:** R561
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Play longer, sound brighter, stay sharper — the pro’s choice for electric guitar strings.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** D'Addario Guitar Strings - XT Nickel Coated Electric Guitar Strings - XTE1052 - Extended String Life with Natural Tone & Feel - For 6 String Guitars - 10-52 Lt Top/Heavy Bottom by d'addario
- **How much does it cost?** R561 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/342421138-daddario-guitar-strings-xt-nickel-coated-electric-guitar-strings-xte1052)

## Best For

- d'addario enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted d'addario brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Made in the USA:** Crafted with precision in New York, ensuring premium quality and reliability.
- • **Earn While You Play:** Register your strings to collect Players Circle points and join an exclusive community of pros.
- • **Signature Brightness:** Nickel-plated steel wrap delivers a crisp, versatile sound perfect for any genre.
- • **Unmatched Durability:** Advanced corrosion resistance extends string life, so you play longer without losing tone.
- • **Stay-In-Tune Confidence:** Fusion Twist technology and NY Steel core keep your strings stable even under heavy bends.

## Overview

D'Addario XT Nickel Coated Electric Guitar Strings (XTE1052) feature an advanced corrosion-resistant coating that extends string life while preserving the natural tone and feel of uncoated strings. Designed for 6-string electric guitars with a 10-52 gauge (light top/heavy bottom), these strings use Fusion Twist technology and a NY Steel core for superior tuning stability and break strength. Made in the USA, they offer bright, versatile tones suitable for all musical styles and come with a code to earn Players Circle rewards.

## Description

D'Addario XT Electric Nickel Plated Steel strings combine our most popular electric guitar alloy with an advanced corrosion resistance treatment on every string in the set, preserving the natural tone and feel of uncoated strings. Available for 6 string electric guitar ranging from super light to light top/heavy bottom gauges.

Review: It's Durable! - I purchased the XTE0942 almost 3months ago and up to now its still going strong. I have to commend on the durability of the strings (considering the usage is more than twice on a weekly basis). No visible rust so far and the pitch of the string has a good mellow tune to it. Ideal for personal sounds or at a crowd. I would definitely but this product again. Highly recommended.
Review: Good trusted product - Good quality strings, clearly labeled for stringing

## Features

- CORROSION-RESISTANT, EXTENDED LIFE - XT Nickel electric strings feature an advanced corrosion resistance coating, extending string life, while preserving the natural tone and feel of uncoated strings.
- BRIGHT, VERSATILE TONE - Nickel-plated steel wrap wire provides a bright, versatile electric guitar tone, great for a variety of musical genres.
- STAYS IN TUNE, STRONGER STRING - Fusion Twist technology assures XT Nickel strings stay in tune better, while the NY Steel core wire offers greater break strength—bent two whole steps higher, XT strings are still at less than 75% of their breaking point.
- EARN REWARD POINTS - XT Nickel strings come with a code, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
- MADE IN THE USA – XT electric guitar strings are made in the USA—drawn to exacting specifications at our New York production facility.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07TFZ5X2C |
| Body Material Type | Nickel |
| Brand Name | D'Addario |
| Coating Description | Nickel Coated |
| Color | Silver |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (8,231) |
| Finish Type | Uncoated |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954308933 |
| Included Components | Guitar Strings |
| Instrument | Electric Guitar |
| Item Type Name | Electric Guitar Strings, Light Top/Heavy Bottom, |
| Item Weight | 25 Grams |
| Manufacturer | D'Addario & Co. |
| Manufacturer Part Number | XTE1052 |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Model Name | XTE1052 |
| Model Number | XTE1052 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Electric Guitar |
| String Gauge | Light |
| String Material Type | Nickel |
| UPC | 019954308933 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | Replace if Defective |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** D'Addario
- **Colour:** Silver
- **Instrument:** Electric Guitar
- **String gauge:** Light
- **String material type:** Nickel

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Am i able to get a replacement for my g string for 09/46, i just got my order yesterday, also my g string snapped.**
A: Argh! I hate when a new string breaks! 

You probably can order a single string, but it's usually more "cost effective" to order another complete set of strings.

You might want to check w/ a local music store; they may offer you a better price on single strings.

**Q: I use nyxl’s & love them. how do these feel compared to nyxls? are they stiffer from the coating?**
A: No, they feel like normal strings. And they lasted a lot longer.

**Q: are they supposed to be slippery? I am trying to learn guitar but trying a D chord results in my 3rd finger sliding**
A: According to D'Addario ... "XT strings feature an extended lifespan treatment on every string in the set, preserving the natural tone and feel of uncoated strings".
Personally, I don't find them noticeably 'slippery'. I put mine on around December 10th, 2019 and they still feel clean & smooth. These are the first coated string I have tried. I understand other brands may be more 'slippery' than these. I can't exactly see what you are trying to do, so I can't comment on that.

**Q: Do either the xte1149 or the xse1149 have a wound g string (.018)?**
A: no

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's Durable!
*by F***. on 8 January 2023*

I purchased the XTE0942 almost 3months ago and up to now its still going strong. I have to commend on the durability of the strings (considering the usage is more than twice on a weekly basis). No visible rust so far and the pitch of the string has a good mellow tune to it. Ideal for personal sounds or at a crowd. I would definitely but this product again. Highly recommended.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good trusted product
*by A***S on 16 October 2021*

Good quality strings, clearly labeled for stringing

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ They are easy for beginners and intermediate
*by M***D on 15 November 2021*

Super clear sound

## Frequently Bought Together

- D'Addario Electric Guitar Strings, XT Nickel Coated, XTE1052, Light Top/Heavy Bottom Gauge 10-52, 6-String Set, Pack of 1
- Jim Dunlop Petrucci Jazz III Player Pack (6 Pieces)

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-22*