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D'Addario EJ42 Phosphor Bronze Resophonic Guitar Strings, Medium, 16-56 Gauge, Set of 6 Strings
SKU: DAEJ42 MFR: EJ42
$17.75
Key Features
- Experience superior tone with these D'Addario phosphor bronze guitar strings, ideal for resophonic guitars.
- Enjoy long-lasting string life; these D'Addario EJ42 strings resist corrosion and maintain tone.
- Achieve exceptional playability with the medium 16-56 gauge, perfect for various playing styles.
- Count on the durability of hexagonal high-carbon steel core, ensuring reliable performance every time.
- Get great value with this set of 6 D'Addario resophonic guitar strings, offering quality at an affordable price.
- Optimize your resophonic guitar's sound; the 16-56 string gauge delivers balanced tension and clear sound.
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About D'Addario EJ42
Let your music resonate with the unparalleled craftsmanship of D'Addario's EJ42 Phosphor Bronze Resophonic Guitar Strings. As the original innovators of using phosphor bronze in acoustic guitar strings since 1974, D'Addario has set the industry standard for superior acoustic sound. The EJ42 set, with its medium 16-56 gauge, is expertly optimized for resonator guitars, ensuring that each strum and pluck delivers a rich, full-bodied tone with a harmonious balance that has captivated musicians globally.
Crafted with a high-carbon steel core and enveloped in a phosphor bronze wrap wire, these strings boast a tonal versatility that caters to a wide array of acoustic styles and musical expressions. The phosphor bronze material is not only celebrated for its sonic beauty but also for its reliable durability and resistance to corrosion. This means that guitarists can enjoy a consistently bright and warm tone that maintains its clarity and excellent intonation over time.
D'Addario's commitment to precision is evident in every set of strings produced. Utilizing state-of-the-art, digitally-controlled string winding machines, each string is wound to perfection, achieving a production accuracy that ensures every musician receives the highest quality product. The EJ42 strings are a testament to D'Addario's dedication to innovation, with their hexagonally shaped, high-carbon steel core - a design pioneered by the brand. This hex core construction allows the wrap wire to securely grip the core, resulting in six sides of stability that enhance the string's durability and maintain precise intonation.
Whether you're a professional musician or an enthusiast, the EJ42 Phosphor Bronze Resophonic Guitar Strings offer a blend of durability, high-quality sound, and reliable performance that stands the test of time. Choose D'Addario's EJ42 set for an affordable, versatile string option that will elevate your resonator guitar's sound to its full, melodious potential.
D'Addario EJ42 Features
- D'Addario Phosphor Bronze acoustic guitar strings are precision wound with phosphor bronze wrap wire, over a hexagonal high-carbon steel core
- Phosphor Bronze wrap wire provides tried-and-true D'Addario acoustic tone, with beautiful balance and warmth suitable for all musical genres
- Now the standard in acoustic guitar strings, Phosphor Bronze strings were originally pioneered by D'Addario in the 1970s
- D'Addario Phosphor Bronze acoustic guitar strings come with a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points
- Our Phosphor Bronze strings are made in the USA-drawn to exacting specifications at our New York production facility