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Why use ELIXIR Strings

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Jam on and on (and on) with the same premium acoustic guitar strings that experienced players worldwide trust to keep their incredible tone longer than any other string available. Unlike other string brands, Elixir Strings coats the whole string. This protects not only the outer string surface but also the gaps between the windings where common tone-deadening gunk typically builds up in other brands coated and uncoated guitar strings. Anti-Rust Plating on plain steel strings ensures longer tone life for the entire set.

A Soft, Fast Feel That Lasts
Elixir's POLYWEB Coating gives these acoustic guitar strings an ultra-smooth feel that glides over the frets with ease. String squeaks and finger noise are minimized for an uninterrupted playing experience. And because the coating seals the whole string, it retains a "like new" feel for far longer than standard strings.

Premium Protection for Premium Performance
The POLYWEB Coating protects against common tone-killers like dirt, sweat, oils, and grime that can seep into uncoated strings and deteriorate your tone over time. By sealing out these corrosives for the life of the strings, the POLYWEB Coating allows the 80/20 bronze alloy and your guitar's natural tonewoods to shine through uninhibited, so you get the same rich, resonant tone from day one all the way until it's time to change your strings.

Change Your Strings Less and Play More 
With significantly extended tone life, these Elixir acoustic guitar strings let you spend less time changing your strings and more time making music. The POLYWEB Coating slows down the natural aging process of guitar strings to deliver longer-lasting tone and playing feel. So you get more quality playing sessions in between string changes, saving you time, money and frustration.
Elixir Polyweb Acoustic Guitar Strings - .012-.053 Light
Elixir Polyweb Acoustic Guitar Strings - .012-.053 Light
Elixir Polyweb Acoustic Guitar Strings - .012-.053 Light

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  • Light Gauges: 012, .016p, .024w, .032, .042, .053
  • POLYWEB coating provides a soft, smooth feel
  • Protects against corrosion

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4.49

39 Reviews

91%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

4

Not as good as I expected...

I used these strings for about a year or so, and restrung my Epiphone PR-150N/A once after hearing that coated strings lasted so much longer than standard strings. They sounded just as bright and responsive as the D'Addario Phosphor Bronze Custom Lights I had previously used, but after a few months the coating flaked off and the strings discolored significantly. Overall I would have to recommend Cleartones for acoustic coated strings.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

Not Very Durable

Have used two sets with my Taylor and both experienced premature breakage. Nice sound, but I won't play out with these anymore. Have also used D'Addario EJ15 and Martin Marquis phosphor bronze without any problems.

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Best Uses
  1. Concerts14
  2. Practicing14
  3. Back-Up6
  4. Clear Tone1
Cons
  1. Breaks Easy1
  2. None that I can think of1
  3. Poor Tone Quality1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced15
  2. Novice4
  3. Professional Musician3
Pros
  1. Good Tone22
  2. Long Life16
  3. Consistent14
  4. Well Built / Quality14
  • Love these strings!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted5 months ago

    byJustin

    fromJacksonville FL

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    They're not as bright as the phosphor or the 80/20 which helps mellow out my Taylor 214ce natural twang.

  • Great strings

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted10 months ago

    byRyan

    fromNEPA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Last long, great tone, and great feel

  • Great strings

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byTerry

    fromAustin, Texas

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Great long life strings. These are my go to's for all acoustic guitars.

  • Best acoustic strings

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byWarren

    fromJacksonville

    Bright and great tone. Only acoustic strings I put on my Taylor.

  • Nice strings

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byGary

    fromRochester ny

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Light and bright. Long lasting poly web coating.

  • #sweepstakes

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byBrandon

    fromMilan mi

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Great product

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  • asked byJake

    fromRound Rock, Texas

    WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN  BRONZE AND PHOSPER BRONZE ELIXER GUITAR STRINGS?

    WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BRONZE AND PHOSPER BRONZE ELIXER GUITAR STRINGS?

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    PHOSPER BRONZE is theoretically brighter.