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25 sets in one box
Works out around $6.90 a set, well under single-set pricing, but you pay for all of it up front.
Product detailSKU #1274034478061
D'AddarioEJ16 Bulk Pack Phosphor Bronze Light Acoustic Guitar Strings - 25 Sets
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Twenty-five sets of light gauge phosphor bronze acoustic strings in one box. For players, teachers, or shops who change strings often enough to use them.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Gigging players who restring every few weeks
- Repair shops and teachers restringing several guitars
- Small-bodied or vintage acoustics that suit lighter tension
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Casual players — a bulk box will age before you use it
- Heavy strummers who want the volume of medium gauge
- Electric guitars, where a bronze wrap will not drive the pickups
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Phosphor bronze
Phosphor is added to the bronze wrap to slow oxidation, so the strings stay lively longer than plain bronze.
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Light gauge
Easier bends and less finger pressure, with lower tension across the top than a medium set.
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Bronze wrap
Non-magnetic, so these are for acoustic guitars — an electric's magnetic pickups will barely read them.
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Bulk quantity
Storage matters more than with one set. Keep the box sealed, dry, and out of heat.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Strings oxidize slowly in the packet — buy bulk only if you restring monthly
- 02Dropping from medium to light gauge may need a truss rod and intonation check
- 03Strings only — no winder, cutters, or bridge pin puller included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How much do I save buying 25 sets?
Around $6.90 a set, which is well below what a single set costs. The saving is real, but only if you get through them before they dull in the packet.
02Do unopened strings go bad?
They oxidize slowly even sealed, and faster in heat or humidity. Stored cool and dry, a bulk box lasts a long time, but it is not indefinite.
03Phosphor bronze or 80/20 bronze?
Phosphor bronze resists corrosion better and holds its character longer. 80/20 starts brighter but fades faster. If you sweat a lot or play daily, phosphor bronze lasts you longer.
04Will light gauge buzz on my guitar?
It can if your guitar is set up for mediums. Lighter strings pull less, the neck relaxes slightly, and the action drops. A truss rod tweak usually sorts it out.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- 25 Sets
