---
product_id: 259829723
title: "Guitar Strings - XT Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings - XTAPB1253 - Extended String Life with Natural Tone & Feel - For 6 String Guitars - 12-53 Light"
brand: "d'addario"
price: "£10.60"
currency: GBP
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 7
category: "D'addario"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/259829723-guitar-strings-xt-phosphor-bronze-coated-acoustic-guitar-strings-xtapb1253
store_origin: GB
region: United Kingdom
---

# Extended corrosion-resistant life Warm, balanced phosphor bronze tone 131% better tuning stability Guitar Strings - XT Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings - XTAPB1253 - Extended String Life with Natural Tone & Feel - For 6 String Guitars - 12-53 Light

**Brand:** d'addario
**Price:** £10.60
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Play longer, sound richer, stay sharp — the XT advantage!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Guitar Strings - XT Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings - XTAPB1253 - Extended String Life with Natural Tone & Feel - For 6 String Guitars - 12-53 Light by d'addario
- **How much does it cost?** £10.60 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/259829723-guitar-strings-xt-phosphor-bronze-coated-acoustic-guitar-strings-xtapb1253)

## 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

- • **Proudly Made in the USA:** Crafted in New York to exacting standards for consistent professional quality.
- • **Eco-Friendly & Rewarding:** Recyclable resealable packaging with Players Circle points—play smart, earn rewards.
- • **Stay in Tune, Play Longer:** NY Steel core with Fusion Twist tech delivers 131% better tuning stability for uninterrupted sessions.
- • **Signature Warmth & Balance:** Phosphor Bronze wrap wire ensures rich, balanced tone perfect for every genre.
- • **Corrosion-Resistant Coating:** Advanced XT coating extends string life while preserving the natural, uncoated feel.

## Overview

D'Addario XT Phosphor Bronze acoustic guitar strings combine advanced corrosion resistance with a NY Steel core and Fusion Twist technology, delivering 131% better tuning stability and extended string life. Designed for 6-string guitars with a warm, balanced tone, these light gauge (12-53) strings are made in the USA and come in eco-friendly packaging that rewards loyal players.

## Description

D'Addario XT Acoustic Phosphor Bronze strings combine our most popular acoustic alloy with an advanced corrosion resistance treatment on every string in the set, preserving the natural tone and feel of uncoated strings. Available for 6 and 12-string acoustic guitar ranging from extra-light to medium gauges.

Review: Original - Thanks. Authentic
Review: Does not last - Broke a string on my first night playing these. Stupidly didn't bring a spare set cause these are supposed to last. And the strings sound completely dead after that show. Don't waste your money. Rather buy Martin strings. They last longer and don't break.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | D'Addario |
| Coating description | uncoated |
| Colour | Bronze |
| Instrument | Acoustic Guitar |
| String gauge | Light |
| String material type | Phosphor Bronze |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** D'Addario
- **Colour:** Bronze
- **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar
- **String gauge:** Light
- **String material type:** Phosphor Bronze

## Images

![Guitar Strings - XT Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings - XTAPB1253 - Extended String Life with Natural Tone & Feel - For 6 String Guitars - 12-53 Light - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61ABb9eG2xL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How do these new strings compare to exp, or is it just marketing same strings with new package?  people report issues with breaking strings, humm???**
A: Thanks for the question. I worked on the development and launch of the new X-Series at D'Addario. This is a new coating material that is thinner and more durable than EXP, giving the strings an extended lifespan without affecting the natural tone or feel of the strings. We're now also able to coat all steel strings in the set, including plain steel strings. In regards to string breakage - we're using our NY Steel wire which is a stronger steel alloy, along with our Fusion Twist process which reinforces the twist making XT strings a much stronger and more durable string. Breakage can occur for many reasons that are unrelated to the string; without seeing the issue in the context of the guitars set-up, tuning, among other variables it's difficult to say why a string broke. I can tell you that I've been playing these strings for the last three years as they've been developed and I haven't broken a single string.

**Q: are these strings balls or ball less ?**
A: If they are for acoustic guitar they have "balls."

**Q: ?To Andres re: strings breaking guitar - you used steel strings on a nylon string guitar....**
A: Using steel strings on a guitar designed for nylon strings could damage the neck

**Q: How do you know what size string to get??**
A: Look up make and model of your guitar on the net, or call a local music shop that sells your guitar. They, in most cases, list or know what string size came on your guitar originally. Buy that gauge. The size of each string is listed on the string pack. 
  If you do change string gauge, a local luther may have to widen out the string slots or change the nut to accomodate the new size.  Hope this helps....Phillip

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Original
*by C***A on 29 July 2020*

Thanks. Authentic

### ⭐ Does not last
*by U***Y on 9 October 2023*

Broke a string on my first night playing these. Stupidly didn't bring a spare set cause these are supposed to last. And the strings sound completely dead after that show. Don't waste your money. Rather buy Martin strings. They last longer and don't break.

### ⭐ Hiç bulaşmayım
*by C***T on 22 October 2021*

Normalde Elixir kullanırım, ancak malum fiyatlar çok arttı. Alternatif olur mu acaba diye bu ürünü aldım, almasaydım keşke, 24 saat sonra teller bütün tonunu kaybetti, sanki telleri ağaca germişsiniz gibi donuk, mat renksiz bir tınıya büründü. Bir daha kesinlikle almam, kesinlikle Elixir'in alternatifi olamaz. Ben tavsiye etmiyorum.

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*Last updated: 2026-06-20*