---
product_id: 49950410
title: "D'Addario Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Warm, Semi-Bright Tone - EFT16 - Light, 12-53"
brand: "d'addario"
price: "€ 53.44"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "D'addario"
url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/49950410-daddario-guitar-strings-acoustic-guitar-strings-flat-tops-phosphor-bronze
store_origin: GR
region: Greece
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# Precision wound for flawless play Phosphor bronze for warm, balanced tone Made in USA with exacting specs D'Addario Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Warm, Semi-Bright Tone - EFT16 - Light, 12-53

**Brand:** d'addario
**Price:** € 53.44
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your sound with the iconic warmth of D’Addario Flat Tops — play like you belong.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** D'Addario Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Warm, Semi-Bright Tone - EFT16 - Light, 12-53 by d'addario
- **How much does it cost?** € 53.44 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/49950410-daddario-guitar-strings-acoustic-guitar-strings-flat-tops-phosphor-bronze)

## 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

- • **Eco-Friendly Rewards:** Register your strings to earn Players Circle points and support sustainable music initiatives.
- • **Light Gauge Versatility:** 12-53 gauge strings offer the ideal balance of playability and rich resonance for all skill levels.
- • **Proudly Made in the USA:** Crafted in New York with meticulous quality control, ensuring premium performance every time.
- • **Precision Wound Excellence:** Flat Tops feature precision winding and polishing for smooth, consistent string feel and superior durability.
- • **Signature Warmth & Balance:** Phosphor bronze wrap delivers the iconic D’Addario acoustic tone, perfect for every genre and style.

## Overview

D'Addario EFT16 Flat Tops are light gauge (12-53) acoustic guitar strings precision wound with phosphor bronze over a hex steel core, delivering a warm, balanced tone favored by professionals. Made in the USA, these polished strings combine durability with classic D’Addario sound, backed by a rewards program and eco-conscious packaging.

## Description

From the manufacturer About Us There's a unifying principle to all of this. And that's to drive the music industry forward with every innovation – whether it's through our products, or through initiatives like Playback, the string recycling program. Or through the D'Addario Foundation, which donates a percentage of our profits to music programs in underprivileged communities. We continually innovate so that everyone who works in music – from the players to the technicians, the managers to the guitar manufacturers – can keep inspiring musical performances that last for generations. D'Addario Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze Flat Tops are precision wound with phosphor bronze wrap wire over a hexagonal high-carbon steel core, then precision ground and polished. Phosphor Bronze wrap wire provides tried-and-true D’Addario acoustic tone, with beautiful balance and warmth suitable for all musical genres.

Review: The best - Fabulous strings. I spent three years trying others in an attempt to find a better choice. Failed. Have returned to my first loves...
Review: Soundsgoodtome - Nice crisp sound from these and helps reduce string noise. Just love playing these a nice feel to them and makes my guitar resonate. Check out your left hand technique because if you are getting a lot of string noise you may be able to make some adjustments accordingly.

## Features

- PRECISION WOUND - Flat Tops are precision wound with phosphor bronze wrap wire over a hexagonal high-carbon steel core, then precision ground and polished.
- BALANCE & WARMTH - Phosphor Bronze wrap wire provides tried-and-true D’Addario acoustic tone, with beautiful balance and warmth suitable for all musical genres.
- THE NEW STANDARD -Now the standard in acoustic guitar strings, Phosphor Bronze strings were originally pioneered by D’Addario in the 1970s.
- EARN REWARD POINTS - D’Addario Flat Tops strings come with a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
- MADE IN THE USA – Our acoustic guitar strings are made in the USA—drawn to exacting specifications at our New York production facility.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0006IQN2U |
| Best Sellers Rank | 1,577 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 99 in Guitar Strings |
| Body Material Type | Bronze |
| Brand | D'Addario |
| Brand Name | D'Addario |
| Coating Description | coated |
| Coating description | coated |
| Colour | Phosphor Bronze |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 698 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Polished |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954121235 |
| Included Components | 6 strings (12-53) |
| Instrument | Acoustic Guitar |
| Item Weight | 0.1 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | D'Addario Ltd |
| Manufacturer Part Number | EFT16 |
| Material Type | Steel |
| Model Name | EFT16 Phosphor Bronze Akustikgitarren Saitensatz |
| Model Number | EFT16 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Acoustic Guitar |
| Set Name | EFT16 Light (12-53) |
| Sound Profile | Warm, Balanced |
| String Gauge | Light |
| String Material Type | Bronze |
| String gauge | Light |
| String material type | Bronze |
| UPC | 019954121235 |

## Product Details

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

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: are they good for slide guitar**
A: possibly. there is certainly an absence of squeaking

**Q: I usually play d'addario phosphor bronze 11s. i want to try flat tops but have been told to drop a gauge from 11 to 10. is this right?**
A: I've switched all my electric guitars to flatwounds and gone down to 10's from my usual 11's, and in one case even went to 9's on my telecaster, however, I have to say I've not had much success/pleasure in switching any of my acoustics to flatwounds. I tried these 'Flat Tops' and I have to say was completely underwhelmed and switched back to coated phosphor bronze strings after a few days. Even new, they sounded dull in comparison to the old set of coated strings.

**Q: Are these ball end?**
A: Yes

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best
*by K***I on 15 August 2025*

Fabulous strings. I spent three years trying others in an attempt to find a better choice. Failed. Have returned to my first loves...

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Soundsgoodtome
*by L***E on 3 November 2013*

Nice crisp sound from these and helps reduce string noise. Just love playing these a nice feel to them and makes my guitar resonate. Check out your left hand technique because if you are getting a lot of string noise you may be able to make some adjustments accordingly.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant strings, but only for those that need them.
*by S***T on 5 February 2022*

Firstly, you should only be buying these stings if you need to cut down squeaking when moving around the fretboard. They do this very well and can be a absolute requirement for clean recording. They are not fully flat wound and I would NOT drop down a size from your standard gauge. They just have the top of the round taken off. When new, expect them to sound just like the cheaper D'Addario strings of the same gauge but just a little less bright on the low end. You are paying a lot to reduce string squeak nothing more. Do not expect them to sound like archtop flat wounds, you will be disappointed. The other comprises is they will clog up and go dull faster than your standard string. Wiping down your strings regularly become more important with these strings if you want them to last. All that said, these strings are fantastic at what they aim to do. If you are playing cowboy chords or using a capo and staying within one area of the fretboard don't waste your money, but if you play the length of the fretboard and need clean performance/recording you will be very, very happy with these. Just don't drop down a size. again, flat tops not flat wounds. I also see a number of people have had quality issues with the windings, I have not and have used many sets, both myself and in the studio, so while I don't doubt this happened, I don't think it's any more likely than any other quality string.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-07-11*