Detail 01
Silk and steel construction
A silk layer sits under the winding, softening tension and touch. Warmer and mellower than plain bronze.
Product detailSKU #1294516231399
D'AddarioEJ35 Silk & Steel Silver Wound 12-String .011"-.047" Guitar Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Silk and steel 12-string set in .011-.047. Lower tension than bronze, for players whose 12-string is fragile, old, or hard on the hands.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Vintage or lightly built 12-strings where full bronze tension is a concern
- Players whose fingers give out on standard 12-string sets
- Quieter fingerstyle 12-string playing at home
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Flatpickers wanting maximum 12-string volume and jangle
- Six-string guitars — this is a 12-string set only
- Players who want bright, ringing bronze character
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.
Detail 02
.011-.047 gauge
Light for a 12-string. Total pull on the neck is lower than a standard bronze set.
Detail 03
Silver wound
Silver-plated winding wire, part of what gives the set its softer, less brash top end.
Detail 04
12-string set
Includes the octave and unison courses. Twelve strings total, not a doubled six-string pack.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Lighter gauge usually means a truss rod and intonation check after changing
- 02Silk and steel typically has shorter usable life than bronze
- 03Sold as strings only — no picks, tools, or winder
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit a standard acoustic 12-string?
Yes. It's a full 12-string acoustic set in .011-.047, standard ball ends.
02Are these easier on the fingers than regular 12-string strings?
Generally yes. The silk under-winding and light gauge lower tension, which is the main reason players choose this type.
03Can I use these on a six-string?
No. The set is built around 12-string courses, with octave strings a six-string doesn't use.
04How do they sound compared to phosphor bronze?
Warmer and softer, with less top-end sparkle and less volume. The tradeoff for the easier feel.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Silver
