D'Addario NYXL0838 08-38 Extra Super Light NYXL Electric Guitar Strings

D'Addario NYXL0838 Extra Super Light Electric Guitar Strings (8-38)

Overview & Tone D'Addario NYXL0838 sets deliver the absolute lightest playing tension in the NYXL lineup, making wide multi-step bends, fast vibrato, and light-touch fretting completely effortless. Built around high-carbon NY Steel cores and anchored by patented Fusion Twist technology at the ball end, these strings eliminate slippage and resist breakage far beyond conventional ultra-light gauges. The reformulated nickel-plated steel wrap enhances midrange bite, snap, and harmonic presence, ensuring that your low end stays punchy and defined rather than sounding thin.

Fit & Gauge Advantage

• Ideal for players seeking minimal fretting effort, reduced finger fatigue, or maximum bendability.

• Well suited for vintage instruments, delicate necks, or long-scale (25.5") guitars where softer string tension is preferred.

• Formulated for 6-string electric guitars tuned to standard pitch.

Specifications

• Brand: D'Addario

• Series: NYXL

• SKU: NYXL0838

• Gauge Range: Extra Super Light (.008, .010, .015, .021w, .030w, .038w)

• Construction: Round Wound

• Core Wire: High-Carbon NY Steel Core with Fusion Twist Ball Ends

• Wrap Material: Reformulated Nickel-Plated Steel

• Coating: Uncoated

• Number of Strings: 6

• Country of Origin: USA