10-52 Light Top/Heavy Bottom Coated Electric Guitar Strings

Farique Nadzir uses XS Nickel 10-52 for its smooth feel, powerful low end, and extended string life. With a NY Steel core, nickel-plated steel wrap, and Fusion Twist technology, these coated strings deliver exceptional tuning stability, clarity, and tonal balance—perfect for his dynamic rhythm work and expressive lead playing.

"I choose D'Addario XS 10-52 for my electric guitar because they give me the tone, the brightness, the snap that I need for my kind of playing. And they last, they really last."

About Farique Nadzir

Farique Nadzir is a Malaysian guitarist, composer, and producer known for his genre-blending style that fuses progressive rock, modern metal, jazz fusion, and world music. His playing is marked by precision, tone, and expressive lyricism. As lead guitarist of Nadir, a band known for its rich cultural fusion, Farique brings melodic depth and rhythmic complexity to both live and studio performances. He has collaborated with many top-tier artists and continues to push musical boundaries.

Beyond performing, Farique is also an accomplished producer and film scorer, known for his refined sense of tone and dynamics. His artistry reflects a dedication to innovation and musical excellence, values that align seamlessly with D’Addario’s global vision.