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product_id: 339615940
title: "Guitar Strings - XS Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings - XSAPB1253 - Maximum Life with Smooth Feel & Exceptional Tone - For 6 String Guitars - 12-53 Light"
brand: "d'addario"
price: "€ 33.19"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "D'addario"
url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/339615940-guitar-strings-xs-phosphor-bronze-coated-acoustic-guitar-strings-xsapb1253
store_origin: GR
region: Greece
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# Longest life with ultra-thin XS coating Warm, balanced phosphor bronze tone 131% better tuning stability Guitar Strings - XS Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings - XSAPB1253 - Maximum Life with Smooth Feel & Exceptional Tone - For 6 String Guitars - 12-53 Light

**Brand:** d'addario
**Price:** € 33.19
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Never Fade Away: Strings that outlast your gigs and keep your tone alive!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Guitar Strings - XS Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings - XSAPB1253 - Maximum Life with Smooth Feel & Exceptional Tone - For 6 String Guitars - 12-53 Light by d'addario
- **How much does it cost?** € 33.19 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/339615940-guitar-strings-xs-phosphor-bronze-coated-acoustic-guitar-strings-xsapb1253)

## Best For

- d'addario enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted d'addario brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Earn While You Play:** Register your set to collect Players Circle points via recyclable, resealable packaging.
- • **Unmatched Durability:** Ultra-thin XS coating resists corrosion, fraying, and tonal fade for maximum lifespan.
- • **Rich, Warm Acoustic Tone:** Phosphor Bronze wrap delivers balanced warmth perfect for every genre.
- • **Stay in Tune, Play Longer:** NY Steel core + Fusion Twist tech locks tuning 131% better than standard strings.
- • **Made in the USA, Trusted Worldwide:** Crafted in New York with precision for consistent pro-level performance.

## Overview

D'Addario XS Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings feature an ultra-thin XS coating for superior corrosion resistance and extended life, combined with a NY Steel core and Fusion Twist technology for 131% better tuning stability. Crafted in the USA, these light gauge 12-53 strings deliver a warm, balanced tone ideal for all musical styles, making them the go-to choice for professionals seeking durability and exceptional sound.

## Description

D'Addario XS Acoustic Phosphor Bronze strings combine our most popular acoustic alloy with our most advanced string coating technology, resulting in clear tone, smooth feel, and superior tuning stability – all with the longest possible string life. With its ultra-thin film coating on every wound string and a unique polymer treatment on the plain steels, XS offers our highest level of protection for maximum life. XS also features NY Steel high carbon core and plain string wire, and our exclusive Fusion Twist, for incomparable break strength and tuning stability. XS is the most innovative coated string we’ve ever created. Never Fade Away!

Review: Chegou antes do prazo, não teve taxas extras. Encordoamento top, de qualidade superior. Alguns gostam da Elixir, mas este jogo da D'addario 012-053 XS Phosphor Bronze está me satisfazendo muito bem pela durabilidade, entonação e brilho.
Review: I have used many, many different brands of strings over the years and I really feel as though I have found the 'Holy Grail' with these ones. I believe Taylor put them on all of their new guitars as standard now, and I can completely understand why. They last FOR AGES! I play the life out of my guitar and I haven't seen any tarnishing at all. They take no time at all to 'bed in' and stay in tune well. Very easy strings to play, not too hard on the ol' fingers. Value for money as well due to the quality being so high. I genuinely believe if you fitted these to a mediocre or low end guitar, you would improve the sound quality drastically. They have such good tone and really bring my guitar to life.

## Features

- CORROSION-RESISTANT, EXTENDED LIFE - XS Phosphor Bronze strings have the longest life of any D’Addario acoustic string, with no fraying, peeling, or tonal dampening, thanks to the ultra-thin XS film coating.
- WARM, BALANCED TONE - Phosphor Bronze wrap wire provides tried-and-true D’Addario acoustic tone, with beautiful balance and warmth suitable for all musical genres.
- STAYS IN TUNE, STRONGER STRING - With a NY Steel core and Fusion Twist technology, XS Phosphor Bronze offers greater break strength and unmatched tuning stability—staying in tune 131% better than standard acoustic strings.
- EARN REWARD POINTS - XS Phosphor Bronze sets come with a code on the recyclable, resealable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
- MADE IN THE USA – XS coated acoustic strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08VJKZ8PK |
| Body Material | Phosphor Bronze |
| Color Name | Bronze |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (2,529) |
| Date First Available | 10 March 2021 |
| Item Styling | Wrap |
| Item Weight | 36.8 g |
| Item model number | XSAPB1253 |
| Material Type | Steel |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Product Dimensions | 1.1 x 11.1 x 11.1 cm; 36.85 g |
| Size | 1-Pack |
| String Gauge | Light |
| String Material | Phosphor Bronze |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** D'Addario
- **Colour:** Bronze
- **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar
- **String gauge:** Light
- **String material type:** Phosphor Bronze

## Images

![Guitar Strings - XS Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings - XSAPB1253 - Maximum Life with Smooth Feel & Exceptional Tone - For 6 String Guitars - 12-53 Light - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/710fk7hZJFL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can I buy the 11/52’s in bulk box 25**
A: no

**Q: Please can you add the multipack options including the 25 pack option onto Amazon?**
A: no, this listing is for a single package of strings

**Q: Can these be used on a guitalele, and tuned to eadgbe?**
A: It generally is not a good idea to put acoustic (steel) guitar strings on a guitalele, as most ukuleles are built to take either nylon or flourocarbon strings. The tension needed to tune the steel strings to the correct notes EADGBe can rip the bridge off of the instrument. If you're looking to turn your guitalele into a travel guitar, it would be better to at least use nylon strings. D'addario does make a coated classical guitar string set.

**Q: Hard playing of mediums phospher/bronze.I get three days (9-10 hours) and lose tuneabilty.Rust is not an issue.Help?**
A: I have never had that problem. If you play that hard check your tuners for tightness. These string

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by R***N on 23 June 2025*

Chegou antes do prazo, não teve taxas extras. Encordoamento top, de qualidade superior. Alguns gostam da Elixir, mas este jogo da D'addario 012-053 XS Phosphor Bronze está me satisfazendo muito bem pela durabilidade, entonação e brilho.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by M***N on 20 September 2025*

I have used many, many different brands of strings over the years and I really feel as though I have found the 'Holy Grail' with these ones. I believe Taylor put them on all of their new guitars as standard now, and I can completely understand why. They last FOR AGES! I play the life out of my guitar and I haven't seen any tarnishing at all. They take no time at all to 'bed in' and stay in tune well. Very easy strings to play, not too hard on the ol' fingers. Value for money as well due to the quality being so high. I genuinely believe if you fitted these to a mediocre or low end guitar, you would improve the sound quality drastically. They have such good tone and really bring my guitar to life.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by W***A on 24 February 2023*

I tried the XS strings, and boy, do they make a difference! The really bring my Sire to a different level, very nicely balanced and no screeching when you slide your hand up and down the neck.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-01*