D'Addario EJ21 XL Nickel Wound Guitar Strings - Jazz Light (12-52)

Upgrade your tone with the industry standard for jazz, drop-tunings, and heavy rhythm tracking.

The D'Addario EJ21 XL Nickel Wound guitar strings are the ultimate choice for players who demand massive tension, flawless intonation, and a distinctively warm, clear tone. As D'Addario's most popular "Jazz Light" gauge, the EJ21 set features a wound 3rd (G) string, offering a traditional jazz feel and superior chordal stability that standard plain-G sets simply can't match.

Crafted in the USA, these strings feature a high-carbon steel core wrapped in premium nickel-plated steel wire. The result? A highly versatile electric guitar string that delivers long-lasting brightness, excellent magnetic response, and incredible durability under heavy play. Whether you are playing clean jazz melodies, driving down-tuned rock riffs, or looking for a stable set for slide guitar, the EJ21 set delivers consistent performance gig after gig.

Why Choose D'Addario EJ21 Strings?

• Optimized for Jazz & Down-Tuning: The heavier 12-52 gauge provides the necessary tension for smooth jazz comping, slide playing, or drop-D and drop-C tunings without losing string snap.

• Traditional Wound G-String: The wound .024 string ensures balanced volume across all six strings, precise intonation, and a warmer chordal voice.

• Bright, Punchy Output: Premium nickel-plated steel wrap wire gives you the classic XL biting crunch and pristine cleans that cut through any mix.

• Environmentally Friendly Packaging: Corrosion-resistant packaging keeps your strings factory-fresh until you're ready to string up.

Product Specs

• Brand: D'Addario
• Model: EJ21
• Instrument: 6-String Electric Guitar
• Gauge Type: Jazz Light
• String Gauges: 12, 16, 24w(Wound G), 32, 42, 52
• Core Material: High-Carbon Steel Hex-Core
• Wrap Material: Nickel Plated Steel
• Made In the USA