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Light (12-53)
This is the Light 12-53 gauge version of the XS Acoustic phosphor bronze set.
Product detailSKU #1500000342108
D'AddarioXS Acoustic Phosphor Bronze Strings - Light (12-53)
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A Light 12-53 phosphor bronze set for acoustic guitar, made for players who want coated strings with a smooth surface. The wound strings carry an ultrathin polymer layer that protects against corrosion and buildup; the plain steels are polymer treated as well. D'Addario gives XS Acoustic strings a playing-time rating of up to 200 hours. High-carbon NY Steel is used for the cores and plain wire, with the plain-string treatment intended to help maintain tuning stability.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing acoustic-guitar strings with D'Addario's Light 12-53 gauge.
- Regular acoustic playing where protection from corrosion and buildup matters.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Guitars other than acoustic guitars.
- Players who require a gauge other than Light 12-53.
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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Up to 200 hours
D'Addario rates these strings for up to 200 hours of playing time.
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High-carbon NY Steel
This material is used for the string cores and plain-string wire.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Choose this set only if Light 12-53 is your intended acoustic-string gauge.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What does the coating protect against?
The ultrathin polymer coating on the wound strings protects the phosphor bronze winding from corrosion and buildup.
02Are these designed for acoustic guitar?
Yes. They are XS Acoustic phosphor bronze strings designed specifically for acoustic guitars.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Light (12-53)
