What are D’Addario XS Phosphor Bronze 12-53 Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings XSAPB1253?
Thinly Coated for Long-lasting Great Tone D’Addario is on a mission to create the finest coated acoustic strings the world has ever seen. The DAddario XS Phosphor Bronze 12-53 series is one such result of that labor.
XS Phosphor Bronze acoustic strings feature an NY Steel hexagonal core with a wrap wire of phosphor bronze to deliver balanced warmth and enhanced harmonic content that spans the entire neck. Not only that, but XS Phosphor Bronze acoustic guitar strings feature an ultra-thin film coating for added protection against sweat and grime. This coating gives the strings long-lasting, great tone — some of the longest lasting in the D’Addario catalog — and dramatically extended playtime between string swaps.
You also get D’Addario’s Fusion Twist technology and digitally controlled winding for increased tuning stability and consistency from set to set. If you’re looking for D’Addario coated acoustic strings that sound great and give you double-digit hours of playtime between sets, XS Phosphor Bronzes are a clear winner.
XS is breathing new life into coated strings. With its ultra-thin film coating on every wound string and unique polymer treatment on the plain steels, XS offers our highest level of protection for maximum life with an uncommonly smooth feel. XS is the most innovative coated string ever created.
Warm and Balanced Acoustic Tone
The DAddario XS Phosphor Bronze 12-53 Coated Acoustic strings produce a rich, warm tone with clear highs and strong mids. Thanks to the phosphor bronze wrap, they deliver excellent balance for both strumming and fingerstyle playing.
Ultra-Thin XS Coating
The XS coating protects the strings from corrosion and wear. As a result, they last longer while maintaining a smooth feel and consistent tone.
Balanced 12–53 Gauge
The 12–53 gauge offers a versatile feel. It allows comfortable strumming while still supporting expressive fingerstyle techniques.
Reliable Strength and Stability
A high-carbon NY steel core improves durability and tuning stability. Therefore, these strings perform consistently during practice, recording, and live use.
Specifications
- Brand: D’Addario
- Model: XSAPB1253
- Gauge: 12–53
- Material: Phosphor Bronze
- Coating: XS ultra-thin coating
- Core: NY high-carbon steel
- String Count: 6
- End Type: Ball end
- Type: Acoustic Guitar Strings

YAMAHA ARIUS YDP-S35 DIGITAL PIANO BLACK
CLAVIA NORD LEAD A1
K&M 14761 GUITAR PERFORMER STAND
YAMAHA ARIUS YDP-S35 DIGITAL PIANO WHITE ASH
STAGG US-WHITE SOPRANO UKULELE
GIBRALTAR GHBM HARDWARE BAG MEDIUM
K&M 152/10 TRUMPET STAND BLACK
STAGG PROFESSIONAL 12 X 11 TOM BAG
K&M 14760 GUITAR PERFORMER STAND
STERLING SILO20BK
ROYAL BY D'ADDARIO BB CLARINET REEDS 2 (3 PACK)
VOX PATHFINDER 10
K&M STACKER FOR 18950
MEINL MB20 16MEDIUM HEAVY CRASH
TAKAMINE GC1 NAT
VIC FIRTH M130 ORCHESTRA XYLO/BELL MALLETS
K&M 18851 CARRYING CASE FOR SPIDER
ROLAND DP10 SUSTAIN PEDAL
DADDARIO EJ39
ROLAND JC-22 JAZZ CHORUS COVER
SENNHEISER ME2 OMNI DIRECTIONAL LAVALIER MICROPHONE
DADDARIO WOODWINDS RICO HEMKE ASAX 3,5
STAGG SBK PB45 TOP BLACK VINYL
MEINL MKPM KNEE PAD MOUNT
DADDARIO EJ10 80/20 BRONZE 