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Elixir Strings Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings w NANOWEB Coating, Medium (.013-.056)

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Style: Medium (.013-.056)


Pattern Name: Guitar Strings


Size: Medium


Features

  • Acoustic guitar strings constructed with phosphor bronze wrap wire
  • Played for a dynamic balance of rich, full-bodied tone and sparkling high-end clarity
  • Ultra-thin Nano web coating provides a traditionally textured, uncoated feel
  • Our Patented coating technology protects against common corrosion, extending tone life longer than any Other brands coated or uncoated strings (elixir strings player survey)
  • Medium Gauge: . 013 . 017 . 026 . 035 . 045 . 056

Description

Strum confidently with the same premium acoustic guitar strings that experienced players worldwide trust to keep their incredible tone longer than any Other string available. Unlike Other string brands, Elixir strings coats the whole string. This protects not only the outer string surface but also the gaps between the windings where common tone-deadening gunk typically builds up in Other Brands’ coated and uncoated guitar strings. Anti-rust Plating on plain steel strings ensures longer tone life for the entire set. Who wouldn’t love more quality playing time between the hassle and cost of string changes? Engineered to endure, these acoustic strings constructed with phosphor bronze wrap wire boast a dynamic balance of rich, full-bodied tone and sparkling high-end clarity. Compared to our original POLYWEB Coating, The ultra-thin NANOWEB Coating allows a more traditionally textured, “uncoated” feel. For a slicker, gentler feel, try a set of strings with our original POLYWEB Coating. The 80/20 Bronze acoustic guitar strings with POLYWEB Coating, for example, might be a good fit if you want a more robust and rounded tone. On the Other end of the tone spectrum, our 80/20 Bronze acoustic guitar strings with NANOWEB Coating deliver a brighter, crisper tone alongside the same traditional feel as these phosphor bronze strings. Of course, the kind of string you play is all a matter of personal preference. Not sure what tone or feel is right for you? Try them out for yourself, and find your new favorite string from Elixir strings. For a more in-depth look at what makes our strings so special, scroll to the branded info further down the page. Elixir strings: great tone. Long life.

Brand: Elixir


String Gauge: Medium


Color: Medium, 13-56


Instrument: Guitar, Acoustic


String Material Type: Coated Phosphor Bronze


Item Weight: 1.6 ounces


Product Dimensions: 4.1 x 4.7 x 0.6 inches


Country of Origin: USA


Item model number: 16102


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: June 22, 2005


Color Name: Medium, 13-56


String Gauge: Medium


String Material: Coated Phosphor Bronze


Number of Strings: 6


Instrument Key: c


Size: Single Pack


Frequently asked questions

These Elixir Strings are unique because they are coated with NANOWEB technology. This special coating provides a smooth, natural feel while reducing finger squeak and extending the life of the strings.

Elixir Guitar Strings are made of Acoustic Phosphor Bronze which provides a rich, warm tone.

These particular Elixir Acoustic Guitar Strings are Medium gauge, ranging from .013-.056.

These Elixir Strings are specifically designed for acoustic guitars. However, Elixir produces a variety of strings that can be used on various types of guitars.

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🚀 Abunda's Overview

This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.

Customers highly praise Elixir Acoustic Guitar Strings for their superior longevity, even in humidity and high usage situations. The sound quality is also commended, with the strings giving a great tone on various types of guitars. These strings also offer easy tuning and a high sustain but might need some time to break in for the best feel and sound.

Pros

  • 🎸 Remarkable durability, even in high humidity and frequent usage
  • 🎵 Excellent sound quality on various guitar types
  • 🔊 High sustain and ease of tuning
  • 🧼 Resistance to gunk and stickiness

Cons

  • 🎻 Might need time to break in for optimal sound
  • 👆 Some users may need more grip for string bending due to the slick feel

Should I Buy It?

If you are a guitar player seeking durable, long-lasting strings with excellent tone and ease of tuning, Elixir Acoustic Guitar Strings is your top choice. Despite needing some time to break in and providing a slick feeling, the overall performance and longevity justify the investment.

    • THey seem to hold their tone longer than any other set of strings I have used
Elixer phosphor bronze nanoweb acoustic guitar strings 13/56 are I think the best strings I have ever used They hold their tone for longer than any set of other strings I have tried I keep telling myself try something else but cant seem to change
Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2025 by Greg Rininger
    • Just get them
If you play guitar you already know elixers are good. If you don't - then you've come to the right place. I put these on my Taylor and love that they sound clean and warm for a long time and don't full in sound like other strings.
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2025 by Customer
    • I only use this brand-nuff said.
Excellent coated strings. Nice tone.
Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2025 by Ashe
    • Clean
As expected
Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2025 by Josh Reeves
    • Great sound
Very good makes my guitar sound brand new
Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2025 by Knox Hagy
    • Noticeable change in sound from non-coated strings out the box, but seem settle quickly
These are probably going to be something you end up getting consistently if you don’t care about or can’t notice any significant difference in tone from regular non-coated strings. To me, it defeats the purpose of getting strings that last however much longer if the sound they have to begin with is this brassy, metallic, wholly unimpressive sound that seems to have nothing to do with the characteristics of the guitar anymore because it’s been covered by the coating. That isn’t to say it’s necessarily a bad thing, but you are NOT getting anywhere near the tonal richness and fitting feeling of the sound of an acoustic guitar on a classic record. These strings are for durability and practicality more than anything, but some people really just won’t care as much or won’t notice a difference enough to merit going back to strings that last maybe a week or two before it starts deteriorating and dulling significantly. It’s a shame because I love the strings otherwise. They look so robust and shiny and even though they’re a little stiffer and take some time getting used to, you can easily tell they are high quality and made with that “built to last” mentality, which you gotta give it up to them for. Before assuming that these just won’t sound good at all, I have heard that there is a kind of natural “playing in” and settling the strings have to go through after a bit of time before they start having some more familiar characteristic to them. I’ll see how that goes, but really I think one of the things I go for is an immediate sound that makes me want to play right after the restring. Right now it just feels kind of like a hollow sound to my guitar. It’s a beautiful and amazing sounding Yamaha dreadnought, but whatever tonal characteristics that were present before when I used other strings, which were non-coated, they seem gone now or extremely hollow on account of the coating. It’s a give and take and not something I can blame Elixir for as I imagine that the better the coating, the harder it’s going to be for that sweet classic acoustic sound to come through, and currently there isn’t a way around that, unfortunately. I have tried other strings that were treated to see if the compromise in no coating, but having some treatment to them would be a happy medium between preserving tone an also expanding how long the strings would last, but when I did, there was still a slightly off bit of reduced sound quality compared to those brand of non-coated strings, and the treatment didn’t seem to really hold up that much better, if at all, from the non-coated/non-treated strings of the same brand. I don’t know if these can be updated, but I hope to sit a while with these Elixirs because they are admittedly snazzy and slick. Slick as in cool, but also slick in feeling, as in I feel good about sliding up with ease. Robust would be the word for them, and I’m just trying to see if they’re like a new pair of shoes or something. Haven’t given up on the sound just yet, and I’m hoping they can start to sound better before they start to degrade because that would be key. Please note that the coating does seem to provide a bit more rigidness than what you might expect from the same gauge of non-coated strings, so that is just something else to consider. Projection and volume does seem loud, but the zing really does feel either rounded off or like there is a natural ceiling to how much resonance can come through because of the protection. If you’re like me and you deal with gunk and buildup from your hands that accumulates pretty quickly on the strings, I’d consider giving these ones a go. Definitely a great starting point, but we’ll see if the sound quality improves into something that makes this sound better acoustically, or if the longevity of the strings will be great enough where the difference in sound doesn’t become that negative or unreasonable a factor anymore. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2025 by Rick James
    • Best strings
Only strings I use for acoustic. Lasts long and sounds bright and lively. Smooth feel
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2025 by prsjames
    • Taylor GS-Mini KOA
My Taylor GS-Mini KOA jumped to life with these strings. Hammer-ons and pull-offs are much easier, barre chords as well. All ranges have been enhanced; highs, mids and lows. Sustain has improved also. If you have a GS-Mini I would recommend you give these a try. Elixir Strings Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings w NANOWEB Coating, Medium (.013-.056) ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2025 by Steve G.

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