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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- Longest life of any D’Addario acoustic string
- Tried-and-true D’Addario acoustic tone, suitable for all musical genres
- Stays in tune 131% better than standard acoustic strings
- XS coated acoustic strings are made in the USA
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Available in these string weights:
- LIGHT — 12-53 Light strings are our most popular acoustic gauge, providing a nice balance of playability and tone. Gauges 012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053 .
- EXTRA LIGHT — These 10-47 Extra Light gauge XS strings are easy to play and easy to bend. Gauges .010, .014, .023, .030, .039, .047.
- CUSTOM LIGHT — This 11-52 Custom Light gauge set has slightly more volume and projection than Extra Light, while still being easy to play. Gauges .011, .015, .022, .032, .042, .052.
D’Addarios longest lasting string to date! D'Addario XS Acoustic Phosphor Bronze series of strings combines popular materials with the most advanced string coating technology, resulting in clear tone, smooth feel, superior tuning stability and the longest possible string life of any D’Addario string to date. This coating technology allows the string windings to be completely protected from contaminants preserving a lasting, clear tone with maximum life.
- XS Phosphor Bronze strings have the longest life of any D’Addario acoustic string, thanks to the ultra-thin XS film coating.
- Phosphor Bronze wrap wire provides tried-and-true D’Addario acoustic tone, with beautiful balance and warmth suitable for all musical genres.
- With a NY Steel core and Fusion Twist technology, XS Phosphor Bronze offers greater break strength and unmatched tuning stability—staying in tune 131% better than standard acoustic strings.
- XS Phosphor Bronze sets come with a code on the recyclable, resealable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
- XS coated acoustic strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility
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All final assembly and FREE SETUP is performed locally in our Washington State shop by professional luthiers. Your violin is ready to fine-tune and play from the moment you open the case.
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