D'Addario NW074 — .074 Gauge Nickel Wound Electric Guitar String

The NW074 is a single replacement string from D'Addario's XL Nickel Wound series — the company's top-selling line of electric guitar strings. At .074 gauge, it fills the role of a heavy low string, whether you're completing a custom set, experimenting with drop or alternate tunings, or simply replacing a broken string on a heavy-gauge setup.

Key Features

• Gauge: .074
• Nickel-plated steel wound with precision onto a high carbon steel core
• Hexagonally shaped core for consistent tension and secure winding grip
• Manufactured in the USA using digitally controlled, proprietary machinery
• Corrosion-resistant packaging preserves freshness before first use
• Part of the XL series — D'Addario's most widely used electric string line

Ideal For

Guitarists who play in drop tunings, run baritone-style setups, or prefer heavy-gauge custom string sets will find the NW074 a reliable choice. The hexagonal core locks the winding in place for stable intonation across the full length of the neck, and the nickel-plated steel delivers the bright, defined tone that works across rock, metal, blues, and beyond.