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Review Summary
2023-07-08T22:07:24
Smoother and easier to play than the Elixers. Seems like they have a longer life too. These are the strings I prefer.
AARON M.
Acoustic Guitar
6
Yes
.011, .015, .022, .032, .042, .052
High-Carbon Steel
Phosphor Bronze
Round
Custom Light
019954337605
Best Strings for the money
By AARON M.
Smoother and easier to play than the Elixers. Seems like they have a longer life too. These are the strings I prefer.
While the D'Addario XS Acoustic Phosphor Bronze strings may appear to be a simple set of guitar strings, they are in fact a testament to advanced string technology, combining the most popular acoustic alloy with a cutting-edge string coating. This fusion results in a clear, resonant tone, a smooth tactile feel, and superior tuning stability, all while ensuring the longest possible string lifespan.
Each wound string in this set is meticulously coated with an ultra-thin film, while the plain steels undergo a unique polymer treatment. This dual-layered protection offers the highest level of defense against wear and tear, ensuring maximum string life. The XS series also incorporates NY Steel high carbon core and plain string wire, along with our exclusive Fusion Twist technology, for unparalleled break strength and tuning stability.
The D'Addario XS series is a revolutionary step forward in coated string technology, breathing new life into your acoustic or acoustic-electric guitar. The ultra-thin coating, which is 10 times thinner than a human hair, shields the strings from contaminants, ensuring lasting tone and maximum life.
The hexagonal core construction, a pioneering innovation by D'Addario, allows the wrap wire to grip the core tightly, resulting in superior dimensional stability, enhanced durability, and precise intonation. The Fusion Twist feature further enhances stability by preventing slack in the twist, ensuring your strings stay in tune and maintain their break strength.
The NY Steel used in these strings is processed in D'Addario's exclusive wire facility in Farmingdale, New York. Through advanced machinery and processes, this premium high carbon steel delivers unmatched tuning stability and superior break resistance.
D'Addario's in-house wire drawing machines produce musical instrument wire to our exact specifications. This control over materials, equipment, and quality allows us to deliver high-performance products that meet the exacting standards of musicians across all genres.
With the D'Addario XS series, your guitar's harmonic overtones will remain full and bright even after many hours of playing. Spend less time tuning and more time playing, as our torture tests prove that Fusion Twist plain steels stay in tune better than standard strings. Experience the extraordinary sounds and tone longevity of the D'Addario XS Acoustic Phosphor Bronze strings.