D'addario
D'Addario XSAPB1253 XS Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light 12-53
Model
XSAPB1253
D'Addario's 12-53 acoustic set in phosphor bronze with XS coating: the reference gauge, built to last.
The D'Addario XSAPB1253 is a 12-53 set of phosphor bronze acoustic guitar strings with XS coating: the Light gauge, D'Addario's most popular, in its longest-lasting form.
What sets it apart
- Six strings from .012 to .053, high E at 23.4 lb
- XS film ten times thinner than a human hair, per the maker
- Fusion Twist plain steels for tuning stability
Specifications
| Gauges | .012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053 |
|---|---|
| Designation | Light |
| Core | Hexagonal NY Steel |
| Highest-tension string | G .024, 30.1 lb |
| Origin | New York, USA |
What it's for
- Swapping an uncoated 12-53 for a version that lasts longer
- Covering chords, leads and fingerpicking with one set
Compared with other manufacturers
Other makers' Light sets don't always stop at .053.
| Maker | 12-53 equivalent | Low E |
|---|---|---|
| D'Addario XSAPB1253 | Light 12-53 | .053 |
| Elixir NANOWEB Phosphor Bronze | Light 12-53 | .053 |
| Martin Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 | Light 12-54 | .054 |
| Ernie Ball Everlast Coated Phosphor Bronze | Medium Light 12-54 | .054 |
Frequently asked questions
- What gauge should I use on an acoustic guitar?
- The 12-53 is the benchmark: go lighter for comfort, heavier for volume.
- XS or XT: what's the difference?
- They are D'Addario's two coated lines. XS is a film with a smooth feel and the longest life; XT is a treated wire with a natural feel.
- How long do XS strings last?
- D'Addario publishes no figure; it depends on how you play.
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