Best Overall Acoustic Guitar Strings

Since 1974 musicians have loved these D’Addario strings known for their playability. In fact, some musicians play these strings just for their historical significance. The well-balanced and bright tone that these strings produce is ideal for an acoustic guitar player. Suitable for any type of player, from beginner to expert, the strings come in five gauge levels.

Classic hexagonal core

The bronze wiring of these strings hugs around a hex core to deliver a consistent, long tone. The sound is bright and clear. Reviewers say these strings feel good, look good, and sound good too.

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◘ STRING GAUGES – The string gauges in this acoustic string set include: Plain Steel .012, .016, Phosphor Bronze Wound .024, .032, .042, .053.
◘ MADE IN THE USA – D’Addario leverages centuries of string-making experience and advanced computer-controlled winding technology to bring you the most durable, consistent and long-lasting guitar strings. Made in the USA for the highest quality and performance, only D’Addario strings are sealed inside and out.
◘ MOST POPULAR – Pursue your passion with D’Addario’s most popular acoustic guitar string set, the Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings. Since 1974, phosphor strings have been known for superb, long lasting tone and comfortable playability. They are the choice of professionals worldwide.
◘ INSPIRING PERFORMANCE – These light acoustic guitar strings help you achieve amazing performances, as they offer a long lasting, warm, bright and balanced acoustic tone with excellent intonation.
◘ CORROSION-RESISTANT – These strings feature a precision wound corrosion resistant phosphor bronze wire that is carefully drawn around a hexagonally shaped, high-carbon steel core. The result is consistent, long lasting tone.