Detail 01
Phosphor bronze
Warmer and longer-lasting than plain bronze. The phosphor slows corrosion, so the tone holds up past the first week.
Product detailSKU #1274034477907
D'AddarioEJ41 12-String Phosphor Bronze Extra Light Acoustic Guitar Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Phosphor bronze 12-string acoustic set in extra light. The gauge choice matters here — twelve strings put far more pull on the top than six.
Strong match
Who this is for
- 12-string acoustics where you want to keep tension manageable
- Jangly, chime-heavy strumming and open chords
- Players restringing a vintage or lightly braced 12-string
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Six-string guitars — this is a twelve-piece set
- Electric guitars; bronze does not drive magnetic pickups well
- Heavy pick attack players wanting maximum volume
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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Extra light gauge
On a 12-string this is the standard choice. Heavier sets can pull the top and bow the neck over time.
Detail 03
12-string set
Six pairs — four octave pairs plus two unisons. The thin octave strings are the ones that break first.
Detail 04
Acoustic construction
Bronze alloy vibrates the top efficiently. On an electric it would sound thin and quiet through the pickups.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Twelve strings take roughly twice the time to change; a winder helps
- 02No picks, winder, or cutters included
- 03Check tuning after a day — new 12-string sets stretch and settle noticeably
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I put these on a six-string guitar?
No. This is a twelve-piece set with octave and unison pairs. A six-string guitar has no place for the extra six strings.
02Why extra light for a 12-string?
Twelve strings roughly double the pull on the top and neck. Extra light keeps that load in a range most 12-strings are built for.
03What is the difference from 80/20 bronze?
Phosphor bronze runs warmer and resists corrosion longer. 80/20 bronze starts brighter but fades faster.
04How often should I change them?
When they go dull or stop holding tune. Phosphor bronze lasts longer than plain bronze, but hand sweat and playing hours decide it.
