--- product_id: 256819877 title: "Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Nickel Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Natural, Clear, & Focused Tone - NB1253 - Light, 12-53" brand: "d'addario" price: "£10.26" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "D'addario" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/256819877-guitar-strings-acoustic-guitar-strings-nickel-bronze-for-6-string store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Light gauge 12-53 for effortless play Clear, focused tone that amplifies wood resonance Nickel-plated phosphor bronze for corrosion resistance Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Nickel Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Natural, Clear, & Focused Tone - NB1253 - Light, 12-53 **Brand:** d'addario **Price:** £10.26 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your acoustic game with strings that sing clarity and longevity! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Nickel Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Natural, Clear, & Focused Tone - NB1253 - Light, 12-53 by d'addario - **How much does it cost?** £10.26 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/256819877-guitar-strings-acoustic-guitar-strings-nickel-bronze-for-6-string) ## Best For - d'addario enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted d'addario brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Reward Your Passion:** Earn Players Circle points with every purchase—because great tone deserves great perks. - • **Effortless Playability:** Light 12-53 gauge offers the perfect balance of volume and comfort for extended sessions. - • **Durability Meets Performance:** Nickel plating boosts corrosion resistance, keeping your strings fresh and vibrant longer. - • **Crystal-Clear Sonic Precision:** Experience a bright, focused sound that lets your guitar’s natural voice shine through. - • **Made in the USA with Exacting Standards:** Crafted in New York to ensure premium quality and consistency every time. ## Overview D'Addario NB1253 Nickel Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings are a light gauge 12-53 set crafted with nickel-plated phosphor bronze wrapped over a hex steel core. Designed to deliver a clear, bright, and focused tone that enhances your guitar’s natural resonance, these uncoated strings offer increased corrosion resistance for longer life. Made in the USA, they combine premium craftsmanship with playability and come with a rewards program for dedicated players. ## Description NB1253 is a light gauge Nickel Bronze string set, delivering the ideal combination of volume, tone, and playability. Producing a distinctly clear and focused tone, Nickel Bronze strings bring out the unique character of your acoustic instrument, allowing its natural voice to be heard. Review: Excellent strings - Great sound and feel put on my 12 string Takamine and 6 string Gibson. Loved them will definitely buy again Review: Best Acoustic strings yet. - If you like to be able to play loud and you want crystal clear and metallic but piano-like tones then these are the strings for you. A little bit more expensive than what I usually use, but worth it in my opinion. They may even be too clear-sounding if what you prefer is a warmer tone. These are very BRIGHT. ## Features - NICKEL PLATED PHOSPHOR BRONZE - D'Addario Nickel Bronze strings are made with nickel-plated phosphor bronze, wrapped over a hexagonal NY steel core. - CLEAR, FOCUSED SOUND - The nickel-plated phosphor bronze wrap wire provides a clear, focused sound, which magnifies the sonic properties of the guitar’s wood - INCREASED CORROSION RESISTANCE - Nickel-plating increases natural corrosion resistance for a longer lasting uncoated string. - EARN REWARD POINTS - Our Nickel Bronze acoustic guitar strings come with a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points. - MADE IN THE USA – D’Addario Nickel Bronze strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B019JD0ZNK | | Body Material Type | Nickel, Phosphorus Bronze | | Brand | D'Addario | | Brand Name | D'Addario | | Coating Description | uncoated | | Coating description | uncoated | | Color | multicoloured | | Colour | multicoloured | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 4,186 Reviews | | Finish Type | Uncoated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954182175 | | Included Components | Acoustic Guitar Strings | | Instrument | Acoustic Guitar | | Item Type Name | Acoustic Guitar Strings | | Item Weight | 1 Ounces | | Manufacturer | D'Addario & Co. | | Manufacturer Part Number | NB1253 | | Material Type | Nickel, phosphorus bronze | | Model Name | NB1253 | | Model Number | NB1253 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Acoustic Guitar | | Set Name | D'Addario Nickel Bronze NB1253 Light 12-53 6-String Set Pack of 1 | | String Gauge | Light | | String Material Type | Nickel, phosphorus bronze | | String gauge | Light | | String material type | Nickel, phosphorus bronze | | UPC | 019954182175 | | Unit Count | 6.0 Count | | Warranty Description | Replace if Defective | ## Product Details - **Brand:** D'Addario - **Colour:** multicoloured - **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar - **String gauge:** Light - **String material type:** Nickel, phosphorus bronze ## Images ![Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Nickel Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Natural, Clear, & Focused Tone - NB1253 - Light, 12-53 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ondaXjlVL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: is therea ball at end of the string** A: Yes they are made for steel string acoustic guitars **Q: What light and medium and custom light means???** A: Light and medium are the width of the strings. Medium strings resonate more but are harder to hold down. Light strings are easier to play but can buzz a little if played too hard. The custom strings try and give you the best of both worlds...lighter bass strings that are easier to play and thicker treble strings which resonate a little better. I like the customs myself. **Q: is the 3rd string wound?** A: Yes! A wound 24 third string **Q: Do you recommend these d'addario nickel bronze strings for strumming ? (vs d'addario phosphor bronze)** A: I am a strummer and I love these string. I have them on both my Taylor and my Martin. They have a rich tone whether picked, plucked, or strummed. I was one of the beta testers of these strings, sense then they are the only strings that I have used. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent strings *by F***. on 6 June 2026* Great sound and feel put on my 12 string Takamine and 6 string Gibson. Loved them will definitely buy again ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Acoustic strings yet. *by D***N on 13 October 2022* If you like to be able to play loud and you want crystal clear and metallic but piano-like tones then these are the strings for you. A little bit more expensive than what I usually use, but worth it in my opinion. They may even be too clear-sounding if what you prefer is a warmer tone. These are very BRIGHT. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Muy buenas *by D***S on 15 November 2020* Toco la guitarra desde hace muy poco tiempo, por eso me compré una guitarra acústica que no sea dura y con la que medianamente pueda tener una calidad decente (epiphone pro 1). Llegó el momento en que corté una cuerda y terminé comprando estas cuerdas y lo que puedo decir es que le cambiaron el sonido a mi instrumento, pero para mejor! Tengo un sonido precioso, son cuerdas geniales. Las recomiendo ## Frequently Bought Together - D'Addario Acoustic Guitar Strings, Nickel Bronze, NB1253, Light Gauge 12-53, 6-String Set, Pack of 1 - D'Addario Guitar Strings - Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - EJ16 - Rich, Full Tonal Spectrum - For 6 String Guitars - 12-53 Light - D'Addario Accessories Pro-Winder Guitar String Winder, Cutter, Bridge Pin Puller - All in One Guitar Tool - Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/256819877-guitar-strings-acoustic-guitar-strings-nickel-bronze-for-6-string](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/256819877-guitar-strings-acoustic-guitar-strings-nickel-bronze-for-6-string) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-06-30*