- D'Addario's most popular acoustic guitar string set
- Preferred for its warm, bright, and well balanced acoustic tone
- Buy 3 sets and save with this environmentally friendly, corrosion resistant 3-pack
- Made in the U.S.A. for the highest quality and performance
- String Gauges: Plain Steel .012, .016, Phosphor Bronze Wound .024, .032, .042, .053
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From the Manufacturer
D'Addario Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings
Your strings matter. D'Addario's Phosphor Bronze acoustic guitar strings are engineered to serve as the critical link between you and your guitar. Our most popular acoustic guitar strings, EJ's are precision wound with corrosion resistant Phosphor Bronze onto a carefully drawn, hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core. The result is long lasting, bright sounding tone with excellent intonation. Ideal for the widest variety of guitars and musical styles, D'Addario acoustic strings are the choice of countless professionals around the world including Dave Matthews, Sheryl Crow, Keith Urban, Blake Shelton, Ryan Adams, and many more!
Anatomy of a D'Addario EJ Acoustic Guitar String
Three components of a D'Addario guitar string work together to create your desired tone: Hex-core, outer wrap wire, and ball-end.
It all starts with the core. D'Addario pioneered the use of the Hex Core, and as the name suggests, it is a six-sided high carbon steel core-wire. Each side "bites" into the wire used for the outer winding, creating a tight and consistent bond that keeps the string in tune from end to end. The final component is a D'Addario exclusive: color-coded ball-ends that secure the string in place at the guitar's bridge, allowing for easy string identification and a major reduction in wasteful packaging.
Alloys 101 — Your Tone Pallet
String alloys have a dramatic impact on your tone, feel and string life. D'Addario's diverse selection of acoustic string alloys include:
Phosphor Bronze — 92% copper and 8% tin with phosphorous, introduced to string making by D'Addario in 1974 as the first "extended life" strings. Phosphor Bronze is synonymous with warm, bright, and well balanced acoustic tone.
80/20 Bronze — Composed of 80% copper and 20% zinc, commonly referred to as brass, the original acoustic string alloy selected by John D'Addario Sr. and John D'Angelico in the 1930s. 80/20 Bronze is a popular choice for recording due to its crisp, deep and projecting tone.
Silver-plated Copper — The choice for classical and folk guitar due to its soft, comfortable feel and warm, mellow tone.
Choose your Wrap Wire
Round Wound — The most popular and universal construction, Round Wound strings deliver the traditional textured feel most players are familiar and comfortable with. Phosphor Bronze, 80/20 Bronze, and EXP Coated are all Round Wound strings.
Semi-flat Wound — D'Addario Flat Tops are round wound, then precision ground, leaving the outer surface smooth and "semi-flat." This produces a smooth, flattened playing surface, but does not sacrifice the superb tone and sustain associated with phosphor bronze strings. Flat Tops greatly reduce finger noise and are excellent for recording and flat-picking.
Silk & Steel — D'Addario Silk & Steel strings couple silver-plated copper wrap wire with silk for easy fingering and a mellow tone. They are excellent for smaller body acoustic guitars and preferred by many folk players.
The D'Addario Difference
It all starts with our exclusively engineered and built string winding machines. There is literally nothing like a D'Addario string machine. The combination of the most advanced computer-controlled winding technology and stringent incoming wire inspection delivers unmatched consistency, string after string, set after set. Our passion for and commitment to environmentally responsible packaging and raw materials fuels our continued innovation. Last but not least, every D'Addario string is made in the U.S.A., ensuring the highest quality and performance.
Check out D'Addario's line of acoustic strings today and start getting the most out of your guitar.
Product Description
Pack includes 3 full sets of strings. D'Addario Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar strings are acclaimed worldwide for their superb, long-lasting tone. Phosphor Bronze was introduced to string making by D'Addario in 1974 and has become synonymous with warm, bright, and well balanced acoustic tone. D'Addario's most popular acoustic guitar strings.
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Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
171 of 176 people found the following review helpful
By Guitartec
Style Name:Pack of 3| Product Packaging:Retail| Size Name:Light|Amazon Verified Purchase
Sorry about using my credentials in the title, but I want to convey how much experience I have with these strings. Sorry if I sound like an ad. I REALLY love these strings.
I have strung literally thousands of guitars over my 40 years of repairing stringed instruments. D'Addario EJ16s are IMHO the best strings money can buy- it is the standard of the industry for good reason... they're simply the best string available! D'Addario's corrosion-proof sealed bags ensure you get them as fresh as when they left the factory. Lower grade cheap strings are shipped in simple paper envelopes and allow the metals inside to oxidize just while sitting on the shelf at the warehouse, store or while in your case. On the other hand, expensive hand made strings, like DRs or J Pierce, are wrapped way too tightly, thus, have too much mass, so your guitar's intonation and rod will probably need to be readjusted. They also play stiffly. D'Addario uses the best steel and bronze alloy and wraps the wound strings with just the correct tension over a hex-shaped inner wire. This causes the outter wrapped wire to essentially be "locked" onto the inner hex wire. This secure wrap keeps it from separating and allows the string to breathe and bend great. They're also VERY resistant to breakage. I have only broken a handful of D'Addarios over several thousand restringings, and the breakages usually only occurred due to a burr on the tuner post, nut, or bridge. On strings like Martin SPs, they're known to be a more bendable string than Daddarios. This is because the inner wire of the wound strings are much smaller in diameter. This leads to easier string breakage and easier separation of the inner wire and outter wrap wire. TRUST ME ON THIS... you will love Daddario EJ16 strings!
I have strung literally thousands of guitars over my 40 years of repairing stringed instruments. D'Addario EJ16s are IMHO the best strings money can buy- it is the standard of the industry for good reason... they're simply the best string available! D'Addario's corrosion-proof sealed bags ensure you get them as fresh as when they left the factory. Lower grade cheap strings are shipped in simple paper envelopes and allow the metals inside to oxidize just while sitting on the shelf at the warehouse, store or while in your case. On the other hand, expensive hand made strings, like DRs or J Pierce, are wrapped way too tightly, thus, have too much mass, so your guitar's intonation and rod will probably need to be readjusted. They also play stiffly. D'Addario uses the best steel and bronze alloy and wraps the wound strings with just the correct tension over a hex-shaped inner wire. This causes the outter wrapped wire to essentially be "locked" onto the inner hex wire. This secure wrap keeps it from separating and allows the string to breathe and bend great. They're also VERY resistant to breakage. I have only broken a handful of D'Addarios over several thousand restringings, and the breakages usually only occurred due to a burr on the tuner post, nut, or bridge. On strings like Martin SPs, they're known to be a more bendable string than Daddarios. This is because the inner wire of the wound strings are much smaller in diameter. This leads to easier string breakage and easier separation of the inner wire and outter wrap wire. TRUST ME ON THIS... you will love Daddario EJ16 strings!
39 of 40 people found the following review helpful
Style Name:Pack of 3| Product Packaging:Retail| Size Name:Light|Amazon Verified Purchase
I have played the Acoustic Guitar for eight years, maybe a little more than that. I started with standard Martin strings which I eventually found my hatred for. When I discovered these strings a few years back ago (most, if not all music stores I have visited have strung their Guitars with the D'Addario brand), I never looked back and have always used D'Addario. Only recently have I begun to use these Bronze Light sets, which I am completely infatuated with.
Most of what I play consist of finger style / classical songs, and these strings are quite easy to tap with. I've never had any problems, and the strings themselves come with color coded ball points to indicate which string is which (for a quick and easy string changing). If tapping/finger style isn't your bag, these strings should still satisfy your needs. The Guitarist "Tim Reynolds" uses these very same strings on his Martin Guitars, and I can't emphasize more on how amazing the bottom (thickest) string sounds, especially when palm muted.
If you do decide the buy these strings, I doubt you will be disappointed, but if you find it doesn't meet your needs then I have had the pleasure of playing on Elixir strings very recently, which you might check out instead. If I know anything about Guitars, I know that I'll be using D'Addario or Elixir strings from now on. I suggest you do the same.
Most of what I play consist of finger style / classical songs, and these strings are quite easy to tap with. I've never had any problems, and the strings themselves come with color coded ball points to indicate which string is which (for a quick and easy string changing). If tapping/finger style isn't your bag, these strings should still satisfy your needs. The Guitarist "Tim Reynolds" uses these very same strings on his Martin Guitars, and I can't emphasize more on how amazing the bottom (thickest) string sounds, especially when palm muted.
If you do decide the buy these strings, I doubt you will be disappointed, but if you find it doesn't meet your needs then I have had the pleasure of playing on Elixir strings very recently, which you might check out instead. If I know anything about Guitars, I know that I'll be using D'Addario or Elixir strings from now on. I suggest you do the same.
24 of 27 people found the following review helpful
By nikki87
Style Name:Pack of 1| Product Packaging:Retail| Size Name:Light|Amazon Verified Purchase
Great Strings!! Wonderful warm, full sound, yet still maintains enough brightness for finger picking.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Arrived quick and on time
I prefer the light strings but you have to allow them to stretch a little or you might break on when changing. The lighter the less tension you should use. Read more
Published 1 hour ago by Christopher C
5.0 out of 5 stars
D'Addario EJ15-3D Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings
I like the D'Addario EJ15-3D Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings. I bought the 3-pack Extra Light for a friend and used 1 set on my Alvarez acoustic guitar that I have owned... Read more
Published 1 day ago by Danny Hudson
5.0 out of 5 stars
custom lights are the answer
They do'nt have that thin tinny sound like some light strings and will not kill your finger tips if you practice for hours.
Published 2 days ago by Richard Kincheloe
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nice Strings!
When I put these on my Martian DX1 they make her sing! Is by far the best strings I have ever used! Very bright!
Published 2 days ago by Paul A. Skikus
5.0 out of 5 stars
the best
I replaced the strings on my jasmine s-35 acoustic guitar with these very highly recommended set.. the difference is unbelievable.. Read more
Published 3 days ago by gary
5.0 out of 5 stars
heavenly ...
I experienced "joy" from the heart while holding guitar close to me during my first strum! If you want to reinvent the sounds of your old guitar you should try and thank yourself.
Published 5 days ago by Abhimukta
5.0 out of 5 stars
Consumer Advocatre
I am always trying new products and checking quality, delivery, customer service, etc. I can confidently recommend this product if you have a need. Read more
Published 9 days ago by Tom Dorazi
5.0 out of 5 stars
Acoustic Guitar Strings
I chose this rating, because these strings have absolutely transformed my guitar. I have had this guitar for many years
and it has never sounded better! Read more
and it has never sounded better! Read more
Published 9 days ago by jo ann walsh
5.0 out of 5 stars
D'Adarrio EJ16-3D Phosphor Bronze Acoustic strings are a great value
OK, they are not the best strings made today. I usually use Elixir coated strings on my primary gigging instruments. Read more
Published 11 days ago by Beejer
4.0 out of 5 stars
worked well
theses string worked well with my acoustic guitar and they dont sound tinny the are also very tough and seem to be able to take abuse
Published 11 days ago by eddie
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