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Elixir Acoustic Guitar Strings

Elixir Acoustic Guitar Strings

Regular price $20.00 USD
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DESCRIPTION

  • #1 acoustic guitar string*
  • Only coated string brand to protect the entire string with an ultra-thin coating, keeping gunk out of the gaps between the windings
  • Extended Tone Life – players report their tone lasts longer than any other string, uncoated or coated
  • Consistent performance and tone – ready to play whenever you are
  • Smooth feel that is easy on your fingers and enhances playability
  • Reduces finger squeak – good for both performance and recording
  • Anti-Rust Plated Plain Steel Strings resist tone-deadening corrosion, ensuring a longer life for entire set
  • With less hassle and expense of frequent string changes, spend more time making music

*Source: MI SalesTrak® (US $ Vol)

STRING GAUGES AND PART NUMBERS

PART NO. GAUGE E-1 B-2 G-3 D-4 A-5 E-6
16002 Extra Light .010 .014 .023 .030 .039 .047
16027 Custom Light .011 .015 .022 .032 .042 .052
16052 Light .012 .016 .024 .032 .042 .053
16077 Light-Medium .012 .016 .024 .035 .045 .056
16102 Medium .013 .017 .026 .035 .045 .056
16182 HD Light .013 .017 .025 .032 .042 .053
16152 12-String Light .010 .014 .023 .030 .039 .047
    .010 .014 .009 .012 .018 .027

 

String Tension for Tuning

String tension shown below is an approximation. Guitar string tension is based upon a 25.5" guitar scale length and standard tuning.

GAUGE E-1
DIAMETER (IN) / TENSION (LBS)
B-2
DIAMETER (IN) / TENSION (LBS)
G-3
DIAMETER (IN) / TENSION (LBS)
D-4
DIAMETER (IN) / TENSION (LBS)
A-5
DIAMETER (IN) / TENSION (LBS)
E-6
DIAMETER (IN) / TENSION (LBS)
TOTAL TENSION
Extra Light Strings
Diameter (in) / Tension (lbs)
.010 / 16 .014 / 18 .023 / 28 .030 / 27 .039 / 25 .047 / 21 135
Custom Light Strings
Diameter (in) / Tension (lbs)
.011 / 20 .015 / 20 .022 / 25 .032 / 30 .042 / 30 .052 / 25 150
Light Strings
Diameter (in) / Tension (lbs)
.012 / 23 .016 / 23 .024 / 30 .032 / 30 .042 / 30 .053 / 26 162
Light-Medium Strings
Diameter (in) / Tension (lbs)
.012 / 23 .016 / 23 .024 / 30 .035 / 37 .045 / 34 .056 / 29 176
Medium Strings
Diameter (in) / Tension (lbs)
.013 / 27 .017 / 26 .026 / 35 .035 / 37 .045 / 34 .056 / 29 188
HD Light Strings
Diameter (in) / Tension (lbs)
.013 / 27 .017 / 26 .025 / 34 .032 / 31 .042 / 30 .053 / 26 174
12-String Light
Diameter (in) / Tension (lbs)
.010 / 16 .014 / 18 .023 / 27 .030 / 26 .039 / 24 .047 / 20  
12-String Light Continued .010 / 16 .014 / 18 .009 / 19 .012 / 19 .018 / 23 .027 / 26 251

 

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