Detail 01
12-string set
Twelve strings in six courses: four octave pairs plus two unison pairs. One set restrings the whole guitar.
Product detailSKU #1273887997905
DR StringsRare Phosphor Bronze Lite 12-String Acoustic Guitar Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Phosphor bronze 12-string set in light gauge. For 12-string acoustic players who want lower tension than a standard medium set at a low price.
Strong match
Who this is for
- 12-string acoustics where medium sets pull the neck too hard
- Players who fingerpick or strum a 12-string for long stretches
- Keeping a spare set on hand for a second instrument
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Six-string guitars — half the set has no home
- Players chasing maximum volume from heavy tension
- Electric or classical guitars, which need different string types
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
Phosphor bronze
Copper alloy with phosphor added. Resists corrosion longer than plain bronze and reads warmer than a brighter alloy.
Detail 03
Light gauge
Lower tension across twelve strings, which matters more here than on a six-string. Easier on the neck and on your fretting hand.
Detail 04
Acoustic strings
Bronze wrap, not steel or nickel. These will not drive a magnetic pickup on an electric guitar.
Detail 05
$14.99
Twelve strings for roughly what a six-string set costs, so per-string this sits at the low end.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Restringing twelve strings takes roughly twice as long as a six-string
- 02Octave strings are thin and snap easily if over-tuned — go slow
- 03Confirm your guitar is set up for light gauge before dropping tension
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit a standard 12-string acoustic?
Yes. This is a full 12-string set sized for a standard 12-string acoustic guitar.
02Can I use half the set on a 6-string?
The six main strings would work in a pinch, but you would be paying for six strings you throw away.
03Is light gauge easier on the guitar?
Yes. A 12-string already puts heavy combined pull on the neck and top, so a lighter set reduces that load.
04What is the difference between phosphor bronze and bronze?
Phosphor bronze adds phosphor to the copper alloy. It holds its sound longer before corroding and is generally warmer.
