D'addario
D'Addario XSAPB1152 XS Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings, Custom Light 11-52
Model
XSAPB1152
An 11-52 acoustic set in XS-coated phosphor bronze: less tension than a 12-53, more body than Extra Light, and a long life.
The D'Addario XSAPB1152 is an 11-52 set of XS-coated phosphor bronze acoustic guitar strings, made for the player who finds a 12-53 too stiff.
What sets it apart
- 148.5 lb of total tension, against 160.5 lb for a 12-53
- A touch more volume than Extra Light, according to D'Addario
- Hex core in NY Steel, the brand's own steel, made in New York
Specifications
| Gauge | Custom Light, .011 to .052 |
|---|---|
| Plain E and B | .011 (19.6 lb) and .015 (20.5 lb) |
| Wound strings | .022, .032, .042, .052 |
| Protection | XS film on wound strings, polymer treatment on plain steels |
| Made in | USA |
What it's for
- Easing the tension on an acoustic normally strung with 12-53
- Stepping up from Extra Light to a slightly firmer set
Compared with other manufacturers
Several makers offer a coated 11-52; the protection is where they differ.
| Set | Gauge | Protection |
|---|---|---|
| D'Addario XSAPB1152 | Custom Light 11-52 | XS film |
| Elixir Phosphor Bronze NANOWEB | Custom Light 11-52 | NANOWEB, anti-rust plain steels |
| Martin Lifespan 2.0 (92/8) | Custom Light 11-52 | Anti-corrosion treatment |
| Ernie Ball Everlast Coated | Light 11-52 | Treated core and wrap wire |
Frequently asked questions
- 11-52 or 12-53: which should I pick?
- The 11-52 pulls 12 lb less in total; it comes down to comfort.
- Do coated strings really last longer?
- D'Addario calls XS its longest-lasting acoustic string.
- Does a lighter gauge help fingerstyle playing?
- With less tension, the strings take less effort to pluck.
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