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D'Addario Acoustic Guitar Strings, XS Phosphor Bronze Coated, XSAPB1256, Light Top/Medium Bottom Gauge 12-56, 6-String Set, Pack of 1

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Size: 1-Pack


Style: Light Top/Medium Bottom, 12-56


Features

  • CORROSION-RESISTANT, EXTENDED LIFE: XS Phosphor Bronze strings have the longest life of any DAddario acoustic string, with no fraying, peeling, or tonal dampening, thanks to the ultra-thin XS film coating.
  • WARM, BALANCED TONE: Phosphor Bronze wrap wire provides tried-and-true DAddario acoustic tone, with beautiful balance and warmth suitable for all musical genres.
  • STAYS IN TUNE, STRONGER STRING: With a NY Steel core and Fusion Twist technology, XS Phosphor Bronze offers greater break strength and unmatched tuning stabilitystaying in tune 131% better than standard acoustic strings.
  • EARN REWARD POINTS: This XS Phosphor Bronze set comes with a code on the recyclable, resealable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
  • MADE IN THE USA: XS coated acoustic strings are made in the USAdrawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility.

Description

Born from our greatest breakthrough in string innovation, XS Phosphor Bronze strings have the longest life of any D’Addario acoustic guitar string. The XS coating gives our warm, balanced phosphor bronze strings maximum life, with an uncommonly smooth feel. Made with a NY Steel core, phosphor bronze wrap wire, and Fusion Twist technology, XS coated acoustic guitar strings have incomparable break strength and tuning stability, in addition to their dramatically increased lifespan.

Brand: D'Addario


String Gauge: Medium


Color: Bronze


Instrument: Acoustic Guitar


String Material Type: Phosphor Bronze


Brand Name: D'Addario


Instrument: Acoustic Guitar


UPC: 019954371326


Manufacturer Part Number: XSAPB1256


Set Name: Pack of 1


Warranty Description: Replace if defective.


Item Type Name: Acoustic Guitar Strings


Model Name: XSAPB1256


Model Number: XSAPB1256


Manufacturer: D'Addario


String Material Type: Phosphor Bronze


Coating Description: coated


Body Material Type: Phosphor Bronze


Material Type: Phosphor Bronze


String Gauge: Medium


Color: Bronze


Finish Type: Polished


Sound Profile: Balanced


Recommended Uses For Product: Acoustic Guitar


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  • Natural Sound/Feel and Long Lasting
Size: 1-Pack Style: Light Top/Medium Bottom, 12-56
I have played guitar for 25 years. In that time, I never liked coated strings. Still, I burn through strings so frequently that I really needed to do something. I bought a new Taylor that had these XS strings already on it, though I didn't know that at the time. After really enjoying the feel and sound, I noticed these strings weren't wearing out as quickly. I contacted Taylor and found out they were D'Addario XS 12-53s. I couldn't believe it! These were coated strings?! So, I bought packs for all of my guitars. Electric and Acoustic. I've tried different gauges but every pack of XS strings has been wonderful. For me, they sound good, they feel good and THEY LAST! Playing several hours each day, I can now go months between string changing. As opposed to every week or so before. After much use, I can see little bits of the coating fray but oftentimes (especially early on) you can't even tell they're coated. Bottom line, if you're tired of changing strings all the time, and want to give coated strings a try, THESE ARE FOR YOU. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2024 by John J

  • Perfect Balance
Size: 1-Pack Style: Light Top/Medium Bottom, 12-56
I have played a Taylor for many years and mainly used Elixir Light or Custom Light. Occasionally I use regular D'Addario Phosphor Bronze, but not often. I love the way they sound but they "die" too quickly for me. The XS Light Top/Medium are probably the best strings I've ever tried on my Taylor. The strings have such unbelievable bass response with the medium but still preserve the bright, beautiful highs with the light side. Within hours of trying them I immediately bought another set to have when they eventually "die" even though I still have Elixirs left. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2025 by maureen

  • My favorite strings
Size: 1-Pack Style: Light Top/Medium Bottom, 12-56
Let me say I've been useing XS strings since just after they first came out. I love the way these strings feel, play, how long they last and their sound. Three weeks ago I put a new brand of coated strings(other brand) on my guitar, they lasted 2 weeks and I didn't like them. Then last Saturday I put a different brand of coated strings(very old brand of strings that's now making coated strings) . They didn't last a week on my guitar before I took them off and put another set of XP's on my guitar. XP's make my guitar sound so much better than any other brand of strings that I've used. If you haven't tried XP's give them a try because I believe you will really enjoy them. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2023 by Gary N Tudor

  • Bright and clear.
Size: 1-Pack Style: Light Top/Medium Bottom, 12-56
Brighter sound than I anticipated. Very clear. Not too much finger movement sound.
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2026 by Andrew M.

  • Amazing sound!!!
Size: 1-Pack Style: Light Top/Medium Bottom, 12-56
I have always been playing with cheap strings but now that I have tried these I will never go back. These are very nice strings and totally worth investing the extra money. The sound is so open and whole, it’s makes a significant difference in the sound of the guitar and I would recommend these string to any campfire guitarist or anyone starting to learn fingerstyling. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2024 by Kaden

  • Best Sounding Strings….for Me
Size: 1-Pack Style: Light Top/Medium Bottom, 12-56
These are the best sounding strings I’ve ever used on all 3 of my dreadnaught guitars. Deep and resonant lows, shimmering mids and highs with lots of sustain. Perhaps some might call them “bright”, but they sound balanced with complex tone to me. Love them!
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2023 by Placeholder

  • Currently my Favorite Acoustic Strings
Size: 1-Pack Style: Light Top/Medium Bottom, 12-56
To me, longevity is a side benefit. These strings sound great — bright, yet well-balanced overtones. I think they sound better on my Martin 0028 than Elixers.
Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2023 by Michael Benner - author of "Fearless Intelligence" book. 📚

  • New Superstring
Size: 1-Pack Style: Light Top/Medium Bottom, 12-56
Actually haven’t had them long enough to rate durability, but I’m excited to read that this coating is strong yet subdued. Also liked the lighter gauged high strings in this set.
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2022 by Music Dude

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