The D'Addario EJ16-3D gives you three sets of their most popular acoustic guitar strings in one package — the EJ16 light gauge phosphor bronze set in gauges 12-53. These are a go-to for 6-string acoustic players who want a string that plays comfortably without sacrificing tone or volume.
The wrap wire is phosphor bronze wound over a hexagonally shaped, high-carbon steel core. That construction keeps intonation consistent across the set and gives the strings some resistance to the corrosion that tends to cut string life short. Each set ships sealed in a recyclable VCI (vapor corrosion inhibitor) bag, which keeps the strings fresh until you're ready to put them on.
Light gauge (12-53) sits in a sweet spot for acoustic players: enough tension for a full sound, but not so stiff that bending or fretting becomes a chore. The two plain steel strings (.012, .016) handle the treble end, while the phosphor bronze wound strings (.024, .032, .042, .053) cover the bass side. Made in the USA at D'Addario's New York facility.
Product Features:
- 3-pack of D'Addario EJ16 light gauge acoustic guitar strings
- Phosphor bronze wrap wire over a hexagonal high-carbon steel core
- String gauges: Plain Steel .012, .016 / Phosphor Bronze Wound .024, .032, .042, .053
- Corrosion-resistant, recyclable VCI packaging keeps strings fresh
- For 6-string acoustic guitar
- Made in the USA
Brand: D'Addario
Model: EJ16-3D
SKU: EJ16-3D
Condition: New
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