Question 1

What is thw difference between Balanced and Not Balanced versions?

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In producing a Balanced Tension set, D'Addario has attempted to make the string tension of all six strings as equal as possible.  The benefit to the play is that pressing on one string feels essentially the same as pressing on any other string.  This is especially important for string-bending.  Once you learn how much pressure is necessary to bend one string to increase the pitch 1/2 step (for example), the same pressure will increase the pitch 1/2 step on any other string.

Question 2

Are these strings coated? The "XL" implies so...

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NYXL strings are not coated, and XL is just a product series/family name, which does not imply any specific product specs.  - Steve @ D'Addario

Question 3

So what do you Blues players have to say about these strings?

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Depends on the type of blues you play.... If you lean more toward "Delta", you probably wont like these much 'cause they give you more bottom end and highs and get rid of that muddy low-mid  much sought-after in that style. Otherwise, many of us who pursue the more recent guitar gods (aka Hendrix, Stevie Ray, Page, etc.) will probably find these strings to be a nice "push" - to some, it will be like adding well-needed air to a deflating balloon.

Question 4

Ya but does it djent?

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My answer is yes. Great for metal and black metal. Not sure about math metal but I would stick with yes. Nita Strauss does solo work in heavy metal and only uses these strings. Same goes for me , and the many guitarists I play with. Used them in Vegas and received many compliments. To really enhance your sound your pedal board will need some adjustments..
You can also check https:/djenthub.com.
Between my son, who has ten Solar guitars ,and my seven guitars, esp my Steve Vai blue floral jemm 77p and my Nita Strauss signature jiva 10 these are the only strings we use
 Good luck is your decision.  Just keep in mind  we all hear and feel things differently but so many of the musicians I play with all use these strings. Keep on rockin. And keep metal alive

ASIN	B00IZCSW3M
Best Sellers Rank	#34 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #3 in Electric Guitar Strings
Body Material Type	Metal
Brand	D'Addario
Brand Name	D'Addario
Coating Description	coated
Color	Silver
Customer Reviews	4.8 out of 5 stars 1,907 Reviews
Finish Type	Uncoated
Global Trade Identification Number	00019954905576
Instrument	Electric Guitar
Item Type Name	Electric Guitar Strings
Item Weight	0.07 Pounds
Manufacturer	D'Addario &Co. Inc
Manufacturer Part Number	NYXL0942
Material Type	Stainless Steel
Model Name	NYXL0942
Model Number	NYXL0942
Recommended Uses For Product	Electric Guitar
Set Name	Super Light, 09-42, 1-Pack
String Gauge	Extra Light
String Material Type	Nickel
UPC	019954905576 199549055760
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Warranty Description	Replaced if defective.

D'Addario Electric Guitar Strings, NYXL Nickel Plated, NYXL0942, Super Light Gauge 09-42, 6-String Set, Pack of 1

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