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  D'Addario EJ16-3D Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light, 3 Sets

  Musical Instruments (D'Addario &Co. Inc)
  

  Rating (70 reviews):

  (4.6/5)

  

  GUITAR TECH REVIEW

  Sorry about using my credentials in the title, but I want to convey how much experience I have with these strings. Sorry if I sound like an ad. I REALLY love these strings.I have strung literally thousands of guitars over my 40 years of repairing stringed instruments. D'Addario EJ16s are IMHO the best string money can buy- it is the standard of the industry for good reason... they're simply the best string available! D'Addario's corrosion-proof sealed bags ensure you get them as fresh as when they left the factory. Lower grade junky stings are shipped in simple paper envelopes and allow the strings to oxidize just sitting on the shelf or in your case. On the other hand, expensive hand made string, like DRs, are wrapped way too tightly, thus, have too much mass, so your intonation and rod will probably need to be readjusted. They also play stiffly. D'Addario uses the best steel and bronze alloy and wraps the wound strings with just the correct tension so the strings breathe... 5/5 Watch Guy "TheoB" (USA) - See all my reviews This review is from: D'Addario EJ16-3D Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light, 3 Sets (Electronics) Sorry about using my credentials in the title, but I want to convey how much experience I have with these strings. Sorry if I sound like an ad. I REALLY love these strings.I have strung literally thousands of guitars over my 40 years of repairing stringed instruments. D'Addario EJ16s are IMHO the best string money can buy- it is the standard of the industry for good reason... they're simply the best string available! D'Addario's corrosion-proof sealed bags ensure you get them as fresh as when they left the factory. Lower grade junky stings are shipped in simple paper envelopes and allow the strings to oxidize just sitting on the shelf or in your case. On the other hand, expensive hand made string, like DRs, are wrapped way too tightly, thus, have too much mass, so your intonation and rod will probably need to be readjusted. They also play stiffly. D'Addario uses the best steel and bronze alloy and wraps the wound strings with just the correct tension so the strings breathe... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , May 17, 2009

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  These strings are perfect for any level or type of Guitarist.

  I have played the Acoustic Guitar for eight years, maybe a little more than that. I started with standard Martin strings which I eventually found my hatred for. When I discovered these strings a few years back ago (most, if not all music stores I have visited have strung their Guitars with the D'Addario brand), I never looked back and have always used D'Addario. Only recently have I begun to use these Bronze Light sets, which I am completely infatuated with.Most of what I play consist of finger style / classical songs, and these strings are quite easy to tap with. I've never had any problems, and the strings themselves come with color coded ball points to indicate which string is which (for a quick and easy string changing). If tapping/finger style isn't your bag, these strings should still satisfy your needs. The Guitarist "Tim Reynolds" uses these very same strings on his Martin Guitars, and I can't emphasize more on how amazing the bottom (thickest) string sounds,... 5/5 Jake L. Edwards - See all my reviews, December 11, 2009

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  Outstanding, consistent strings

  I've used these strings for maybe 30 years -- and although on occasion I've tried other brands and other types (Martin, Dean Markley, Elixir, D'Addario EXPs) -- I always come back to these. They feel good, sound good, and are easy on the guitar and fingers. I found that they last as long as coated strings like EXPs and Elixirs and sound better. I like the little touches -- the anti-corrosion package, that strings are packaged one at a time (instead of 3 in one coil), colored ball ends, and even the Players Points that allow you to get stuff like T-shirts if you save enough string packages.I usually fingerpick and sometimes strum -- just your typical living room player who's too chicken to perform -- and I've used these with small body and dreadnaught Martins and Gibsons. If you buy these via a 3 pack or a 10 pack, you usually can get these for under $5 a set, and sometimes around $4 a set if there's a good deal running. 5/5 Aaron Bransky - See all my reviews, December 19, 2010

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  List Price: $35.49
  

  Buy 3 sets and save with this environmentally friendly, corrosion resistant 3-pack

  Made in the U.S.A. for the highest quality and performance

  Preferred for its warm, bright, and well balanced acoustic tone

  String Gauges: Plain Steel .012, .016, Phosphor Bronze Wound .024, .032, .042, .053

  D'Addario's most popular acoustic guitar string set

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  M140 80/20 Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light

  Musical Instruments (Samsung)
  

  Rating (17 reviews):

  (4.2/5)

  

  Aged to perfection.........

  There is a considerable difference in deeper tones and resonance when used with an aged Spruce top acoustic guitar. Your best buy for the money. 5/5 Lynn D. Walther "Ronnie Santini" (Surprise, Az. USA) - See all my reviews, September 18, 2007

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  guitar strings

  Looking for a source for cheap strings, and these are great and at a great price. They whomp my local guitar store, and are a better string for finger picking. 5/5 E. Tsuno - See all my reviews, September 30, 2009

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  good product

  Have not used my guitar for years, decided to try it again. Forgot most stuff about the guitar! These strings seem to be well made, had no problem with packaging, etc. Bought 3 packs; all were sealed boxes, strings werein packages (2 per pack, 6 total). Brand new, no tarnish or other signs of use. Priced very well also, and werereceived in 3 days time, standard shipping. 5/5 chic oldie - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: M140 80/20 Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light (Electronics) Have not used my guitar for years, decided to try it again. Forgot most stuff about the guitar! These strings seem to be well made, had no problem with packaging, etc. Bought 3 packs; all were sealed boxes, strings werein packages (2 per pack, 6 total). Brand new, no tarnish or other signs of use. Priced very well also, and werereceived in 3 days time, standard shipping. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , December 13, 2011

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  List Price: $11.29
  

  160.5

  Gauges : 12-16-25-35-45-56

  80/20 Bronze

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  Martin MSP4200 SP Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Medium

  Musical Instruments (C.F. Martin & Co.)
  

  Rating (33 reviews):

  (4.7/5)

  

  Great sounding strings, not for beginners

  These are medium strings, which means they're a heavier gauge than light. Heavier gauges will have fuller sound and sustain longer, but they're more difficult to fret and bend and will hurt your fingers more. So if you're just starting out with a full size dreadnought guitar buy some lights instead.That said, these pair very well with a short scale parlor guitar. The shorter scale means that the string tension is reduced, so medium strings will be more comfortable to use. Parlor guitars are smaller and have less natural power and projection than their larger cousins, so heavier gauge strings like these give them more presence. Just check with the manufacturer to make sure the bracing can handle medium strings. That goes for all acoustic guitars. 4/5 BluesKid (USA) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Martin MSP4200 SP Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Medium (Electronics) These are medium strings, which means they're a heavier gauge than light. Heavier gauges will have fuller sound and sustain longer, but they're more difficult to fret and bend and will hurt your fingers more. So if you're just starting out with a full size dreadnought guitar buy some lights instead.That said, these pair very well with a short scale parlor guitar. The shorter scale means that the string tension is reduced, so medium strings will be more comfortable to use. Parlor guitars are smaller and have less natural power and projection than their larger cousins, so heavier gauge strings like these give them more presence. Just check with the manufacturer to make sure the bracing can handle medium strings. That goes for all acoustic guitars. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , April 19, 2011

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  Great sound, good life span

  Most guitarists I know tend to buy the typical 80/20 phosphor bronze strings. These are 92/8 phosphor bronze and it really does make for a nicer sounding string. The unwound E and B strings are bronzed. If you aren't into the nano-webb strings (I'm not)to get long life out of your strings, try these, the do last longer than the 80/20's. I use these on my D style as well as a Martin OOO, sound great on both for bluesy, fingerstyle playing.Keep on pickin'!! 5/5 J. Scott Moore (Longmont, CO USA) - See all my reviews, March 19, 2008

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  guitar strings

  These are very good strings at a very low price. Although now I know I should have gotten light weight for beginning.........these are high quality strings and will last. 4/5 Rebecca J. Dane-tennent "harimandir kahr" (Clearwater, FL) - See all my reviews, October 31, 2007

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  List Price: $16.79
  Price: $4.25
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  Gauges: .013 - .056

  Bronze alloy for brilliance and long life

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  Elixir Light Nanoweb 80/20 Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings

  Musical Instruments (W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc.)
  

  Rating (75 reviews):

  (4.5/5)

  

  No need for a thousand dollar guitar

  I have a 25 year old Yamaha FG-200D(Domestic model, made in Japan) acoustic guitar. When I bought it, it was around 200 - 250 USD. I always liked the way it sounded. It was always loud, bass rich, but a little dull in high tones. Recently I purchased a set of Elixir Nanoweb Light strings. Afterwards, it sounded so great that I won't change it for a thousand dollar worth Martin. I realized that the difference was not in high strings, it was the coated low ones which now sounds crystal clear and still rich. I strongly recommend to any acoustic player. 5/5 O. BLGN "acoustic freak" (Istanbul, TURKEY) - See all my reviews, September 21, 2005

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  Oh yes

  two things that will make this simple for everyone. First off I will never go back to anything else for acoustic and second the polyweb are great but I HIGHLY recommend the nano. The tone is beautiful, soft and they last forever. If you want a higher sound with more treble go for the polyweb. 5/5 William R. Hoyes "Hoyes" (Brooklyn, NY) - See all my reviews, May 16, 2007

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  love Elixir nanoweb

  I have been using Elixir Nanoweb strings for almost two years, and won't buy anything else. What they say about long string life is absolutely true. With other strings, I needed to change them after any gig or jam session that went more than a couple hours. If I didn't, the strings sounded really, really dead. I used to change strings at least weekly, and sometimes more often.When I play Elixir strings, they sound great when I put them on, and they still sound pretty good when I change them 3-4 months later. 5/5 Owl "nordic/celtic guitarist" (Minnesota USA) - See all my reviews This review is from: Elixir Light Nanoweb 80/20 Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings (Electronics) I have been using Elixir Nanoweb strings for almost two years, and won't buy anything else. What they say about long string life is absolutely true. With other strings, I needed to change them after any gig or jam session that went more than a couple hours. If I didn't, the strings sounded really, really dead. I used to change strings at least weekly, and sometimes more often.When I play Elixir strings, they sound great when I put them on, and they still sound pretty good when I change them 3-4 months later. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , November 11, 2006

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  List Price: $30.00
  

  Flexible, strong, yet micro-thin polymer tube

  AmericanMusical com is an authorized dealer of Elixir products

  Feel like Traditional Strings

  Lasts 3 to 5 times longer than ordinary strings

  Ultra thin coating

  Bright tone and punch like that of non-coated strings

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  D'Addario EJ16 Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light

  Musical Instruments (D'Addario &Co. Inc)
  

  Rating (17 reviews):

  (4.4/5)

  

  D'Addario Phosphor Bronze Light Acoustic Strings

  Great Strings!! Wonderful warm, full sound, yet still maintains enough brightness for finger picking. 5/5 nikki87 - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: D'Addario EJ16 Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light (Electronics) Great Strings!! Wonderful warm, full sound, yet still maintains enough brightness for finger picking. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , November 7, 2009

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  A personal favorite

  These strings from D'Addario are a personal favorite of mine. I love the EJ16 light gauge for their size and ease of use. I think the light gauge is a nice size that won't hurt your fingers, or put undue stress on your guitar. Not only that, but they sound great. Not too big or not too small! I have plenty of volume and drive for bluegrass. I love how they color code their strings on the "ball ends". To me this makes it much easier when changing strings. You don't have to worry about mixing up your strings. I've also had no problem with the fit; unlike some brands. Give these a try. I think you'll be satisfied. 5/5 Carl - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: D'Addario EJ16 Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light (Electronics) These strings from D'Addario are a personal favorite of mine. I love the EJ16 light gauge for their size and ease of use. I think the light gauge is a nice size that won't hurt your fingers, or put undue stress on your guitar. Not only that, but they sound great. Not too big or not too small! I have plenty of volume and drive for bluegrass. I love how they color code their strings on the "ball ends". To me this makes it much easier when changing strings. You don't have to worry about mixing up your strings. I've also had no problem with the fit; unlike some brands. Give these a try. I think you'll be satisfied. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , October 31, 2009

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  I love these strings.

  I'm no pro, but these strings sound phenomenal compared to the stock strings that came with my Ibanez guitar. I have already recommended these and would do it again in a heartbeat 5/5 Christopher Fox (Utah) - See all my reviews, July 20, 2010

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  List Price: $13.19
  Price: $1.00
  You Save: $12.19 (92%)

  The six "edges" of the core wire bite into the softer wrap wire, securing it all along its length

  String Gauges: Plain Steel .012, .016, Phosphor Bronze Wound .024, .032, .042, .053

  Environmentally friendly, corrosion resistant packaging for strings that are always fresh

  Made in the U.S.A. for the highest quality and performance

  The hexagon core is just one of the reasons D'Addario strings are "Better by Design."

  Preferred for its warm, bright, and well balanced acoustic tone

  D'Addario's most popular acoustic guitar string set, known for its superb, long-lasting tone and comfortable playability

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  Ernie Ball 2003 Earthwood 80/20 Bronze Acoustic String Set, Medium Light (12 - 54)

  Musical Instruments (Ernie Ball Music Man)
  

  Rating (28 reviews):

  (4.2/5)

  

  Pretty nice

  When I read the reviews, I was completely convinced to buy these. After going through elixers, exps, and various martin strings, I was getting desperate for a string that had deep bass and non-tinny high notes. I was actually getting frustrated. Then I remembered seeing these strings at Guitar Center. They were cheap, unlike the other strings I had bought, so I decided to take a risk. After restringing my guitar, I was amazed. The strings sounded bright and clear, the exact thing I was looking for. The strings sound extremely clear, yet rich, and I am pretty satisfied.Just one complaint: The strings are advertised as medium light, which is 12-54. However, when I put the strings on, they felt much thinner. For example, the high e-string felt like it was 10 if not thinner. Maybe it's just me? I don't really know; it just felt strange to me.Great string overall though! 4/5 aeonshelx "-x.x-" (USA) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Ernie Ball 2003 Earthwood 80/20 Bronze Acoustic String Set, Medium Light (12 - 54) (Electronics) When I read the reviews, I was completely convinced to buy these. After going through elixers, exps, and various martin strings, I was getting desperate for a string that had deep bass and non-tinny high notes. I was actually getting frustrated. Then I remembered seeing these strings at Guitar Center. They were cheap, unlike the other strings I had bought, so I decided to take a risk. After restringing my guitar, I was amazed. The strings sounded bright and clear, the exact thing I was looking for. The strings sound extremely clear, yet rich, and I am pretty satisfied.Just one complaint: The strings are advertised as medium light, which is 12-54. However, when I put the strings on, they felt much thinner. For example, the high e-string felt like it was 10 if not thinner. Maybe it's just me? I don't really know; it just felt strange to me.Great string overall though! Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , January 23, 2011

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  Good for a Warm Sounding Acoustic

  I use these on one of my acoustics that has a nice warm sound but not a lot of punch. Lights are a bit too light for this guitar, and these particular strings seems to be the perfect match for fast light action, and warm tone on this particular instrument. 5/5 In the AmaZone... - See all my reviews, May 12, 2009

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  Worth trying!

  I love these strings. I don't know what it is about them but they sound very bright, have a nice organic tone, and feel great too. They also are very shiny for some reason. I've been using D'Addario EJ16 strings for all my acoustic playing and never tried anything else until now. Those D'Addarios are nice strings and I still like them, but these ones from Ernie Ball suit my taste more. They are louder and the bottom strings are slightly thicker actually. I like it like that.Give them a try if you're not sure. I did and I think I've found a new favorite. 5/5 Flyingsheep - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Ernie Ball 2003 Earthwood 80/20 Bronze Acoustic String Set, Medium Light (12 - 54) (Electronics) I love these strings. I don't know what it is about them but they sound very bright, have a nice organic tone, and feel great too. They also are very shiny for some reason. I've been using D'Addario EJ16 strings for all my acoustic playing and never tried anything else until now. Those D'Addarios are nice strings and I still like them, but these ones from Ernie Ball suit my taste more. They are louder and the bottom strings are slightly thicker actually. I like it like that.Give them a try if you're not sure. I did and I think I've found a new favorite. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , September 9, 2010

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  List Price: $9.00
  Price: $0.50
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  Made from 80% copper, 20% zinc wire wrapped around hex shaped tin plated steel core wire

  The most popular acoustic guitar strings provide a crisp, ringing sound with pleasing overtones.

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  Ernie Ball Regular Slinky String Set (10 - 46)

  Musical Instruments (Ernie Ball Music Man)
  

  Rating (186 reviews):

  (4.6/5)

  

  Mandatory Read

  Take this to heart. I have been playing for 16 years this Christmas. For the first seven years I experimented with different brands and gauges. These were the strings I settled on after all that experimentation and I have never looked back. Slinky 9's are ALL I have bought for the past nine years. There are two types of electric guitar strings: Expensive and cheap. NEVER buy cheap strings. They sound too bright and about one out of twenty will break when you wind them up. Expensive strings are a little more complicated. The durability factor is much better with expensive strings. About one out of eighty will break. The difference between the expensive brands is in the sound. Some are "tinny" or bright. Some sound like bass strings tuned way up. With that said, Ernie Ball Super Slinky 9's have what I call a "V" voicing. It's like they have a little equalizer built in set to a good rock setting. You know, boost the mids and highs and roll back the mids. THESE... are the only strings... 5/5 B. Stallings "Peanut" (Knoxville, TN) - See all my reviews, May 29, 2006

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  Simple and Effective

  I've been playing the guitar for 20 years, and I've tried a lot of different strings. Across all of the different options that are available, I'm convinced that there are really two variables that control 95% of the sound:1) String gauge. Suck it up and buy the 11's. You will *not* get the tone that heavy strings deliver with pedals, rack effects, or other widgets. Yes, you fingers will hurt if you've been playing .009's. No, you will not regret it once you get used to it.2) String age. Change your strings when they start to sound bad. It's a pain, but even good technique and heavy strings can't make up for crusty, stretched-out, worn-out strings. Changing before every show is excessive. Use your ears; when the sparkle and crispness of new strings is gone, and the sound bothers you, then change your strings.That being said, I use Ernie Ball Slinkys pretty much exclusively these days. They're reasonably cheap, sound great, and are found in... 5/5 BeeSee - See all my reviews This review is from: Ernie Ball 2220 Power Slinky String Set (11 - 48) (Electronics) I've been playing the guitar for 20 years, and I've tried a lot of different strings. Across all of the different options that are available, I'm convinced that there are really two variables that control 95% of the sound:1) String gauge. Suck it up and buy the 11's. You will *not* get the tone that heavy strings deliver with pedals, rack effects, or other widgets. Yes, you fingers will hurt if you've been playing .009's. No, you will not regret it once you get used to it.2) String age. Change your strings when they start to sound bad. It's a pain, but even good technique and heavy strings can't make up for crusty, stretched-out, worn-out strings. Changing before every show is excessive. Use your ears; when the sparkle and crispness of new strings is gone, and the sound bothers you, then change your strings.That being said, I use Ernie Ball Slinkys pretty much exclusively these days. They're reasonably cheap, sound great, and are found in... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , August 4, 2009

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  Love the Super Slinky strings!

  My experience with guitar started in the 70s with a beat up acoustic my dad handed down to me. I was enthralled with the sounds of the guitar, but hated that giant hunk of junk. In the early 80s I got myself a job, tossed that pile of warped wood, and bought myself a Gibson electric. A friend quickly turned me on to GHS Boomers, which I used exclusively for probably 7-8 years. I had tried several other brands, but for me, the Boomers were the best.Well, the 90s came around, and my musical taste changed from alt-rock to a heavier sound. My preference transitioned from Gibson guitars through Orange and Mesa/Boogie amps to Jackson guitars through Marshall amps. Due to budgetary constraints, I switched to Carvin strings -- they used to be incredibly affordable -- but "discovered" the Ernie Ball Super Slinky strings when a guitar tech friend of mine restrung one of my super-strats for me, and that was that.So what do 'Slinkies' do?1. Bend forever... 5/5 A. Thomas (Washington DC) - See all my reviews, May 27, 2008

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  Plain strings are made of specially tempered tin plated high carbon steel

  Gauges: 10-13-17-26-36-46

  Manufactured to the highest standards and most exacting specifications

  Made from nickel plated steel wire wrapped around tin plated hex shaped steel core wire.

  Played by Eric Clapton, John Mayer, Steve Vai and legions of guitar players worldwide

  Produces well balanced all around good sound

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  Elixir Strings Acoustic Guitar Strings, 6-String, Medium NANOWEB Coating

  Musical Instruments (W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc.)
  

  Rating (36 reviews):

  (4.6/5)

  

  The best strings around

  After trying out a few different types of strings for my Taylor, I decided the Taylor company had the right idea after all- nothing beats Elixirs. I figure the price is reasonable because not only do they last far longer than any other strings, they also feel a lot better on your fingers. I prefer the nanowebs to the polywebs because they're slicker and the top layer on the polywebs shreds/feathers a bit over the soundhole sometimes. Overall, definitely worth it. 5/5 R. Ormsby (Newport Beach, CA United States) - See all my reviews, June 15, 2007

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  Best Strings at this price...

  I have over 15 years playing experience and I would not have any other strings on my guitar.I have messed around with many different brands and even the $1/pack I found online (which I wanted to change half way through a set) but there is simply nothing else out there at this price which lasts as long, sounds as good and makes playing such a pleasure as these.I play mostly acoustic guitar in a one man show and play anywhere from 2-5 hours, though the average is around 3 hours. I finger pick but mostly strum with medium thickness picks. I tune frequently to open chords and there never is a problem.I never leave home without a few packs in my case in case a string breaks, but I rarely need them until I decide to change all my strings. They last a long time and never seem to loose their vibrant sound. 5/5 Steven McGowan (Germany) - See all my reviews, December 26, 2008

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  they work well

  1. they hold a tone for a little bit longer2. takes longer to corrode3. they are really shiney4. still dont know wtf a nanoweb isthey look nice and sound well. thats all you really need to know. 5/5 J. Schantz - See all my reviews, October 11, 2007

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  Ultra thin coating

  Feel like Traditional Strings

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  D'Addario EJ17-3D Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Medium, 13-56, 3 Sets

  Musical Instruments (D'Addario &Co. Inc)
  

  Rating (14 reviews):

  (4.8/5)

  

  Awesome

  These strings are awesome. They arrived right away, neatly packed.The color codes on the ends of the strings made it easier to identify the string notes(E,A,D,G,B,E ). They were a bit loud at first until day 2, they sounded crisp, clear,warm, Awesome!!!..They dont pop easy either.I am currently still on my first set and i play everyday.i will be ordering more soon :)Star 5/5 Star - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: D'Addario EJ17-3D Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Medium, 13-56, 3 Sets (Electronics) These strings are awesome. They arrived right away, neatly packed.The color codes on the ends of the strings made it easier to identify the string notes(E,A,D,G,B,E ). They were a bit loud at first until day 2, they sounded crisp, clear,warm, Awesome!!!..They dont pop easy either.I am currently still on my first set and i play everyday.i will be ordering more soon :)Star Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , February 15, 2011

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  Great medium strings.

  Found these at best buy while looking for heavier gauge strings (should've looked on here instead)They work great, sound good, and have a really nice price, a bit heavier of a gauge than the normal light strings found on acoustic guitars so this can hold low tunings even on my short neck guitar. I keep these tuned at Drop B (B-F'-B-E-G'-C')might be able to hold drop A but you should get the heavy version of these 5/5 Samuel Rhine - See all my reviews This review is from: D'Addario EJ17-3D Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Medium, 13-56, 3 Sets (Electronics) Found these at best buy while looking for heavier gauge strings (should've looked on here instead)They work great, sound good, and have a really nice price, a bit heavier of a gauge than the normal light strings found on acoustic guitars so this can hold low tunings even on my short neck guitar. I keep these tuned at Drop B (B-F'-B-E-G'-C')might be able to hold drop A but you should get the heavy version of these Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , March 20, 2012

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  Great Affordable Strings`

  Very playable, very nice sounding. Good strings. Seems to be the best for the price for certain. Will buy again. 5/5 Harrison S - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: D'Addario EJ17-3D Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Medium, 13-56, 3 Sets (Electronics) Very playable, very nice sounding. Good strings. Seems to be the best for the price for certain. Will buy again. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , March 14, 2012

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  List Price: $35.49
  

  D'Addario's most popular choice for heavy strumming, flat-picking and resonant, projecting tone

  String Gauges: Plain Steel .013, .017, Phosphor Bronze Wound .026, .035, .045, .056

  Buy 3 sets and save with this environmentally friendly, corrosion resistant 3-pack

  Preferred for its warm, bright, and well balanced acoustic tone

  Made in the U.S.A. for the highest quality and performance

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  Martin M170 80/20 Acoustic Guitar Strings, Extra Light

  Musical Instruments (C.F. Martin & Co.)
  

  Rating (10 reviews):

  (4.0/5)

  

  Excellent strings

  Very nice strings, especially for beginners and young fingers. My 10 year old loves the feel of these strings. Very good product and excellent price on Amazon.com 5/5 R. Wilson "roger" (Cary, NC USA) - See all my reviews, August 26, 2011

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  So far so good.

  Good strings, especially for beginners and young fingers. My daughter loves the feel of these strings. So far so good. 4/5 Joshua - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Martin M170 80/20 Acoustic Guitar Strings, Extra Light (Electronics) Good strings, especially for beginners and young fingers. My daughter loves the feel of these strings. So far so good. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , January 28, 2012

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  PK

  The name Martin says it all & has for many,many years.Grab some extras because you will want more, Great price,great strings. 5/5 PK "PK" (Northern Michigan) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Martin M170 80/20 Acoustic Guitar Strings, Extra Light (Electronics) The name Martin says it all & has for many,many years.Grab some extras because you will want more, Great price,great strings. Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you? , November 9, 2011

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