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D'Addario XS: Making a String

D'Addario XS: Making a String

D'Addario XS Strings

D'Addario XS Strings

Jim D'Addario on D'Addario XS Strings

Jim D'Addario on D'Addario XS Strings

Andy Powers on D'Addario XS

Andy Powers on D'Addario XS

Description

XS acoustic 80/20 strings from D'Addario are bright acoustic guitar strings, made to give your tone an unparalleled shine. With the addition of revolutionary XS coating, these bold, bright strings obtain maximum life with an uncommonly smooth feel. Made with a NY Steel core, 80/20 Bronze wrap wire and Fusion Twist technology, these coated acoustic guitar strings have enhanced break strength and tuning stability over standard 80/20s, in addition to a dramatically increased lifespan. This 10-47 Extra Light gauge set is easy to play and easy to bend.
D'Addario XS Acoustic 80/20 Bronze Coated Guitar Strings - Custom Light (11-52)
D'Addario XS Acoustic 80/20 Bronze Coated Guitar Strings - Custom Light (11-52)
D'Addario XS Acoustic 80/20 Bronze Coated Guitar Strings - Custom Light (11-52)

Features

  • Ultrathin XS film coating
  • Bold and bright acoustic tone with crisp projection
  • Made in the USA

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Reviews

4.91

34 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Best guitar strings for double-paired music playing.
Best strings for guitar players of all Mexican urban music.
Filters
Best Uses
  1. Practicing19
  2. Concerts18
  3. Back-Up6
  4. Church choir1
  5. replacement1
Cons
  1. 23 gauge is hard to tune to G1
  2. Poor Tone Quality1
  3. Higher Cost1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced19
  2. Novice10
  3. Professional Musician5
Pros
  1. Good Tone30
  2. Long Life26
  3. Consistent25
  4. Well Built / Quality20
  5. Amazing tone!1

Reviewed by 34 customers

  • My recent upgrade and go-to!!

    5

    submitteda month ago

    byLiz

    fromChicago, IL

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I've been using these strings as an upgrade for the past year or so. I do notice a difference in sound and durability and just overall love them. Recently on sale and stocked up, but they sell a 3-pack for nearly the same as what I got them for. #sweepstakes

  • It is the only strings I use.

    5

    submitted8 months ago

    byGeorge

    fromChurchville, NY

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I have a Martin X series and only use DAddario XS. They give the guitar a clean crisp sound. Love them.

  • Best strings I can find for my D18 and my D28

    5

    submitted9 months ago

    byRoger

    fromSpartanburg SC

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    They are long lasting and have a very good tone

  • Best guitar strings for double-paired music playing.

    4

    submitteda year ago

    byIsrael

    fromVisalia, CA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Elixir strings are usually a bit expensive than other string brands, -such as Martin or D'Addario strings. However, you get what you pay for and these strings are definitely the most reliable for any musician looking to use double-paired strings on their guitar. #sweepstakes

  • Best strings for guitar players of all Mexican urban music.

    4

    submitteda year ago

    byIsrael

    fromVisalia, CA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    These guitar strings are a bit more expensive than other brands, -such as D'Addario or Martin strings. However, you get what you pay for and these strings are the ones which are most reliable for any musician looking to apply double-paired strings to their guitar.

  • Shocked Me

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byPeter

    fromBlaine, WA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    When it comes to my acoustic guitars, I have always been an Elixir string guy and when I went to replace my strings at the local Guitar Center recently, my favorites were not on the shelf so I grabbed a set of the D'addario XS pack that had the same specs as the Elixers I had come to purchase. I'd read some good things on line about them wondering if it was all just hype and decided to give them a go. When I put them on my Taylor GS5 I was shocked at the clarity and warmth these strings gave to my guitar. Yes, they were a little more expensive than my usual, but it was definitely worth it and I will probably be buying these again.

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  • submitted3 years ago

    asked bycraig

    fromSouth Jordan, UT

    Do they make these for 12-string guitars?

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