Elixir Acoustic Guitar Strings
Elixir Acoustic Guitar Strings
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$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 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 |