---
product_id: 47977492
title: "Guitar Strings - Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - EJ16 - Rich, Full Tonal Spectrum - For 6 String Guitars - 12-53 Light"
brand: "d'addario"
price: "£11.59"
currency: GBP
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "D'addario"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/47977492-guitar-strings-phosphor-bronze-acoustic-guitar-strings-ej16-rich-full
store_origin: GB
region: United Kingdom
---

# Precision wound for perfect intonation Corrosion-resistant durability Made in USA craftsmanship Guitar Strings - Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - EJ16 - Rich, Full Tonal Spectrum - For 6 String Guitars - 12-53 Light

**Brand:** d'addario
**Price:** £11.59
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Elevate your sound with the iconic strings that pros trust — don’t get left behind!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Guitar Strings - Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - EJ16 - Rich, Full Tonal Spectrum - For 6 String Guitars - 12-53 Light by d'addario
- **How much does it cost?** £11.59 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/47977492-guitar-strings-phosphor-bronze-acoustic-guitar-strings-ej16-rich-full)

## 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

- • **Crafted in the USA:** Expertly manufactured in New York to exacting standards for premium quality.
- • **Hex-Core Stability:** Precision hexagonal steel core for superior tuning stability and consistent playability.
- • **Join the Players Circle:** Register your strings to earn exclusive rewards, swag, and early access perks.
- • **Built to Last, Play to Win:** Corrosion-resistant design ensures strings stay vibrant longer, reducing replacements.
- • **Timeless Tone, Modern Precision:** Phosphor bronze wrap delivers warm, balanced sound across all genres.

## Overview

D'Addario EJ16 Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings offer a rich, full tonal spectrum with corrosion-resistant phosphor bronze wrap over a hexagonal high-carbon steel core. Made in the USA, these light gauge strings provide warm, balanced tone and exceptional tuning stability, making them the go-to choice for millions of guitarists worldwide. Register your purchase to join the Players Circle and unlock exclusive rewards and early product access.

## Description

Precision-wound phosphor bronze strings deliver a warm, balanced tone ideal for all musical genres. Corrosion-resistant construction and a code for earning reward points.

Review: Guitar strings , nice sound and quality - Buy these regularly for a present for someone, and have done for years as these are the guitar strings which he likes. Have been buying them off of ebay,but found a offer on desertcart and get them for a excellent price, far cheaper than ebay ath the moment. He likes the quality and sound that these strings produce, and they always come in handy.
Review: Good simple strings - I bought these to try out a different string size to what I was using before. However I did not want to spash out on the expensive coated strings given that I wasn't sure I would like them. These are pretty affordable and having put them on my Taylor GS mini I was pleasently surprised. The sound is balanced and nice. They are easy to tune up and being slightly thinner than what was on there before they are easy to fret. I would happily buy these string again

## Features

- CORROSION-RESISTANT, PRECISION WOUND – D’Addario Phosphor Bronze acoustic guitar strings are precision wound with phosphor bronze wrap wire, over a hexagonal high-carbon steel core.
- WARM, BALANCED TONE - Phosphor Bronze wrap wire provides tried-and-true D’Addario acoustic tone, with beautiful balance and warmth suitable for all musical genres.
- MOST POPULAR ACOUSTIC GUITAR STRING - Now the standard in acoustic guitar strings, Phosphor Bronze strings were originally pioneered by D’Addario in the 1970s.
- EARN REWARD POINTS - D’Addario Phosphor 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 – Our Phosphor Bronze strings are made in the USA—drawn to exacting specifications at our New York production facility.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000EEJ8CS |
| Best Sellers Rank | 3 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 2 in Guitar Strings |
| Body Material Type | Phosphor Bronze |
| Brand Name | D'Addario |
| Coating Description | bronze |
| Colour | Brons |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (60,232) |
| Finish Type | Bronze Plated |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954121143 |
| Hand Orientation | BOTH |
| Included Components | 1 x EJ16 string set |
| Instrument | Acoustic Guitar |
| Item Type Name | D'Addario EJ16 Phosphor Bronze Light (.012-.053) Acoustic Guitar Strings |
| Item Weight | 0.03 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | D'Addario |
| Manufacturer Part Number | EJ16 |
| Material Type | Phosphor Bronze, Light |
| Model Name | D'Addario |
| Model Number | EJ16 |
| Product Warranty | 1 years. |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Acoustic Guitar |
| Set Name | 1-Pack |
| String Gauge | Light |
| String Material Type | Phosphor Bronze |
| UPC | 019954121143 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

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

## Images

![Guitar Strings - Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - EJ16 - Rich, Full Tonal Spectrum - For 6 String Guitars - 12-53 Light - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71hXWI3mBiL.jpg)

## Available Options

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

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Do the strings have ball end?**
A: I commented on both EJ 16 & EJ17 strings. Both have standard 'ball' endings. I would imagine that the 15s would be the same. Personally I wouldn't go as light as this as you would undoubtedly lose tone.

**Q: I am a beginner and have an ibanez concord 647 acoustic guitar but have snapped the low e string. would these be good for me?**
A: The phosphorus strings are quite popular for acoustic guitar they give a warm and full sound. At the same time they are light gauge so they also have a bright sense to them and you won't put any strain to your instrument. The quality is also excellent! I would say they are perfect for the use you want :) Enjoy

**Q: Hi! Which side of strings are fit my YAMAHA FG700MS. Thanks**
A: Dear TangKwanShing, This is an acoustic guitar: go with 12ves top string which provides tone: 14s is madly too much & too heavy for the neck. Different companies strings DO have different tones & last for different lengths of time. I would buy (I always do buy) D'Addario EJ16-3D are the strings I use on STURDY acoustic necked guitars - for more fragile or older necks I use 10s: EJ15-3D. More effective than strings on maximizing the tone of your guitar is to fit a composite bone saddle to the bridge & 2ndarily a composite bone nut.

**Q: I just started learning guitar with a steel string acoustic will these strings be a good replacement for any broken strings?**
A: Callum: These are a Medium Gauge string. It will not be a good idea to use a medium guage string if the set already on the guitar are a Light Gauge. D'addario are an excellent make, so the brand is a good choice. But it is very probable that your guitar has currently got a light gauge set on it. Stick with D'addario light gauge if that is the case. And if you are in doubt, I would be inclined to take the guitar to a good music shop and ask them to change the whole set for you when and if you break a string. They will advise on which gauge to use when they see the guitar. Good luck, and do remember your strings are very important. Paul.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Guitar strings , nice sound and quality
*by M***I on 21 February 2026*

Buy these regularly for a present for someone, and have done for years as these are the guitar strings which he likes. Have been buying them off of ebay,but found a offer on Amazon and get them for a excellent price, far cheaper than ebay ath the moment. He likes the quality and sound that these strings produce, and they always come in handy.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good simple strings
*by J***E on 28 October 2025*

I bought these to try out a different string size to what I was using before. However I did not want to spash out on the expensive coated strings given that I wasn't sure I would like them. These are pretty affordable and having put them on my Taylor GS mini I was pleasently surprised. The sound is balanced and nice. They are easy to tune up and being slightly thinner than what was on there before they are easy to fret. I would happily buy these string again

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good bang for your buck
*by E***N on 7 December 2019*

I've been using D'Addario strings for my classical guitar for quite a while now, and they were pretty decent as well, so when it was time to replace the strings for my acoustic I decided to buy them to try as well. General review: Product arrived 1 day after purchase(bless Amazon Prime) Restringed them on my acoustic guitar them straight away once they arrived. I use a Crafter D6 Acoustic Guitar btw. The strings were bright and shiny out of the pack, no signs of rust which was good. The sound quality of the bass was a bit brighter than I was accustomed which I kinda liked and strumming on it felt pretty good as well. Well so far, I've been using them for a week and there has been no signs of wear on the strings and no rust which is good, and they still sound good, cz I bought cheap strings some time ago and they rusted like after a week or so. Pros: Cheaper than most sellers on amazon, good string quality(I mean who am I kidding, D'Addario has been around for like forever) Cons: Not really a con but if you're not a fan of bright string I suggest not getting this model. Conclusion: Well these are really good guitar strings for their price, suitable for all levels of guitar players. Well if you are looking for something with a more higher quality, I suggest looking at Elixir strings(those strings aint cheap tho).

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*Last updated: 2026-05-13*