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D'Addario XT 12-53 6-String Light NY Steel Core, Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings

  • mfr: XTAPB1253
  • SKU: XTAPB1253
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Product highlights

  • XT Phosphor Bronze acoustic guitar strings
  • Features an advanced corrosion resistance coating
  • Extending string life, while preserving the natural tone
  • Provides tried-and-true D’Addario acoustic tone
  • Beautiful balance and warmth suitable for all musical genres
  • NY Steel core and Fusion Twist technology
  • Offers greater break strength and unmatched tuning stability
  • Staying in tune 131 percent better than other acoustic strings
  • These strings are made in the USA

D'Addario XT 12-53 6-String Light NY Steel Core, Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings

Since The D'Addario introduced Phosphor Bronze acoustic guitar strings in 1974, they have been synonymous with warm, well-balanced tones. The D'Addario XT Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings offer that and more, boasting enhanced break resistance, better pitch stability, and longer life than the standard phosphor bronze strings.

Design and Function

The XT coating delivers advanced corrosion resistance, while still retaining the warm tone and natural feel of the uncoated string. Beneath the coating, these XT acoustic strings are constructed with a NY Steel core, phosphor bronze wrap wire, and Fusion Twist technology, affording tonal versatility with added resilience, excellent for a wide range of acoustic styles. This 12-53 Light gauge set is the most popular acoustic gauge, providing a nice balance of playability and tone. The D'Addario XT Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar String is ideal for all genres, including fingerstyle, and acoustic guitar.

Never Fade Away

Stand the test of time with strings that endure. D’Addario XT strings combine the strongest high-carbon steel with an advanced corrosion resistance treatment on every string in the set, giving you enhanced break resistance and unyielding pitch stability all while preserving the tone and feel of your favorite uncoated strings. These strings are made to stay, with uncompromising performance that never fades away.

NY Steel

NY steel is processed in D’Addario’s exclusive wire facility in Farmingdale, New York. Through advanced machinery and process, the high carbon steel delivers unmatched tuning stability and superior break resistance.

HEX Core Construction

Precision-drawn hexagonal core was pioneered by D'Addario. This innovation allows the wrap wire to grip the core for superior dimensional stability, enhanced durability, and precise intonation.

String Winding Technology

String winding equipment is designed and built by the D'Addario's engineering team, guaranteeing a production range of 500000 to 800000 strings per day, Digitally- controlled string winding machines ensure productivity, accuracy, and consistency.

Wine Drawing

The D’Addario's in-house wire drawing machines produce musical instrument wire to the exact specifications. Control over materials equipment, and quality allow delivering high performance products.

Fusion Twist Feature

The fusion twist feature prevents slack in the twist from detuning the string. This ensures maximum tuning stability and higher break strength for the premium plain steel strings.

Specifications

Main
Configuration Core
Number of Strings 6-String
Color Multicolor

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You will receive a full refund when you return an item in its original manufacturer’s packaging, undamaged and unmarked. If the item you are returning is priced at less than $35, you will be charged a 15% restocking fee. Please note you will not be refunded any shipping charges. 
You have 30 days to make a return. During the holiday season, from November 1 to December 31, we extend the return window to 60 days. 
If your order has been noticeably damaged in transit, we strongly recommend that you refuse delivery and notify us immediately. Claims for missing items or items damaged in transit must be made within 48 hours of delivery. If there is carrier damage, please contact [email protected] with your order number and a description of the damage. 
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We do not currently offer exchanges. Please return the item you purchased within 30 days and order what you’d like instead. 
If you ordered a kit, you must return all components and accessories to receive a full refund. 
If you ordered a product that included a free item, you must include the free item with your return. If not, your return will not be accepted and you will not receive a full refund. 
We currently only offer camera repairs at our Brooklyn store. The item must be dropped off and collected in person as we do not accept shipped items for repair. For more information, please call our Brooklyn store on 1.718.431.7900. 
Most items can be returned within 30 days for a full refund. Click here to read our full return policy. 

Shipping and Returns

Same Day Shipping

All orders placed by 4PM( EST), Monday through Thursday, and by 11AM (EST) on Friday, are shipped same day. Orders placed outside these times will ship the next business day. We do not ship internationally or to Puerto Rico, Guam and other US territories at this time. For more details click here.

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Flexible, Easy Returns

If you're not happy with your purchase for any reason, our flexible 30-day free return policy makes it easy to get a full refund. Click here to view our return policy.

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D'Addario XT 12-53 6-String Light NY Steel Core, Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings

D'Addario XT 12-53 6-String Light NY Steel Core, Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings SKU: XTAPB1253

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