D'Addario XSNW026 Single Guitar String

Replacement Electric Guitar String for Custom Sets and Quick Fixes

The D'Addario XSNW026 is a single .026 gauge electric guitar string designed to slot into any standard set as a replacement or to build a fully customized gauge combination. Built around a steel core with a reformulated nickel-plated steel wrap wire, this string delivers the bright, articulate tone that nickel-wound electric strings are known for. The ultra-thin XS film coating sits on top of the wrap without dulling the attack, giving players the feel of an uncoated string with noticeably longer lifespan. Whether a single string has snapped mid-gig or a player wants to mix gauges for a specific tuning, this single-string format offers a practical solution without buying a full set.

Technical Specifications

• Number of Strings: 1
• Gauge: .026" / 0.66 mm
• Material: Nickel-Plated Steel wrap on a steel core
• Winding Type: Round Wound
• Finish: XS ultra-thin coated
• Ending: Ball End
• Compatible With: Electric Guitar
• Country of Manufacture: USA (New York)

Who This String Is For

This single string fits any player who needs a .026 gauge replacement for an electric guitar — whether swapping out a broken D-string, dialing in a hybrid gauge set, or experimenting with tuning-specific tensions. The bright, punchy character of nickel-plated steel suits rock, blues, country, pop, and most contemporary electric styles, making it a practical choice across genres. The XS coating is especially valuable for gigging musicians, studio players, and anyone who sweats heavily or plays daily and wants to extend the time between string changes. Made in the USA at D'Addario's New York facility, it carries the build quality the brand is known for in its coated electric string lineup.