If you want coated strings that don't feel or sound like coated strings, the D'Addario XS Phosphor Bronze set in Hybrid Light 13-53 is worth a close look. The XS line uses an ultra-thin polymer coating on every wound string — thin enough that the warmth and character of phosphor bronze comes through without the muffled feel that plagued older coated strings.
The 13-53 Hybrid Light gauge is a thoughtful middle ground: light tension strings on the treble end for easier playability, paired with medium-gauge strings on the bass side for added volume and projection. It's a good fit for players who want a fuller sound than a standard light set but aren't ready to commit to a full medium gauge across the board.
Under the coating, you've got NY Steel high-carbon cores — D'Addario draws this wire themselves in Farmingdale, New York — wound with phosphor bronze wrap wire. The plain strings also get a polymer treatment to resist slippage and help with tuning stability. D'Addario uses their Fusion Twist technology on the plain string ball ends for added break strength. Individual gauges are .013, .017, .025w, .032w, .042w, and .053w. The strings come in a recyclable, resealable VCI bag with a Players Circle registration code.
Product Features:
- XS ultra-thin polymer coating on wound strings for long life with a smooth, natural feel
- Hybrid Light gauge (13-53): light tension treble strings, medium tension bass strings for added projection
- Individual gauges: .013, .017, .025w, .032w, .042w, .053w
- NY Steel high-carbon core drawn in-house in Farmingdale, New York
- Phosphor bronze wrap wire with precision-drawn hexagonal core for dimensional stability and accurate intonation
- Fusion Twist technology on plain strings for enhanced tuning stability and break strength
- Made in the USA; comes in recyclable, resealable VCI bag with Players Circle registration code
Brand: D'Addario
Model: XS Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Hybrid Light 13-53
SKU: XSAPB1353
Condition: New
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