Excessively Long-Lasting Coated Strings
XS is the most innovative coated string ever created. Play more than you ever thought possible and sound better for longer thanks to D'Addario's highest level of protection yet. Experience maximum life, a comfortably smooth feel, and a long-lasting tone that's always ready-to-play.
Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings
80/20 Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings
What Artists Are Saying
Mike Dawes
"XS strings are perfect for the studio - super smooth while reducing finger noise without sacrificing tone. I can't wait to take them on tour!"
Greg Koch
"I will say that I love these strings. They sound great, feel great and take a pummeling for a long time and maintain both a great tone and feel"
Seiji Igusa
“XS sounds and feels better than any coated string I’ve played. After playing for two weeks straight, I didn’t notice any change from the day I put them on. They have a longer life and I also like their slickness.”
Tom Bukovac
"Great sound. I don't normally go for coated strings of any kind but these are the best I've tried."
See The Strength
XS offers super tuning stability and strength thanks to our proprietary NY Steel and Fusion twist technology. With the added benefit of increased string life, XS is the most innovative coated string ever created.
10x Thinner Than a Human Hair.
Ultra Thin Coating
A tremendous leap forward in coating technology allows the strings to be completely protected from contaminants for lasting tone and maximum life.
10x Thinner Than a Human Hair.
Ultra Thin Coating
A tremendous leap forward in coating technology allows the strings to be completely protected from contaminants for lasting tone and maximum life.
6 Sides of Stability.
Hex Core Construction
Precision drawn hexagonal core was pioneered by D'Addario. This innovation allows the wrap wire to grip the core for superior dimensional stability, enhanced durability, and precise intonation.
6 Sides of Stability.
Hex Core Construction
Precision drawn hexagonal core was pioneered by D'Addario. This innovation allows the wrap wire to grip the core for superior dimensional stability, enhanced durability, and precise intonation.
Prevents Slack, Powers Stability.
Fusion Twist Feature
The fusion twist feature prevents slack in the twist from detuning the string. This ensures maximum tuning stability and higher break strength for our premium plain steel strings.
Prevents Slack, Powers Stability.
Fusion Twist Feature
The fusion twist feature prevents slack in the twist from detuning the string. This ensures maximum tuning stability and higher break strength for our premium plain steel strings.
NY Strong.
NY Steel
NY Steel is processed in D'Addario's exclusive wire facility in Farmingdale, New York. Through advanced machinery and processes, our premium high carbon steel delivers unmatched tuning stability and superior break resistance.
NY Strong.
NY Steel
NY Steel is processed in D'Addario's exclusive wire facility in Farmingdale, New York. Through advanced machinery and processes, our premium high carbon steel delivers unmatched tuning stability and superior break resistance.
Exact Standards, Extraordinary Sounds.
Wire Drawing
D'Addario's in-house wire drawing machines produce musical instrument wire to our exact specifications. Control over materials, equipment, and quality allows us to deliver high performance products.
Exact Standards, Extraordinary Sounds.
Wire Drawing
D'Addario's in-house wire drawing machines produce musical instrument wire to our exact specifications. Control over materials, equipment, and quality allows us to deliver high performance products.
Step Into The D'Addario Lab
Take an in-depth look at how we test the limits of our strings.
Tone Longevity
Let that iconic D'Addario tone ring out. With XS, harmonic overtones remain full and bright after many hours of playing.
Exceptional Tuning Stability
Spend less time tuning and more time playing. Torture tests prove that fusion twist plain steels stay in tune better than standard strings.
Experience Excessively Long-Lasting Strings, Any Way You Play
XS Phosphor Bronze Acoustic
A variety of gauge packs form the foundation of the XS acoustic guitar string family.
XS 80/20 Acoustic
Crisp, bright 80/20 tone meets an ultra-thin XS coating. That means extended life and lasting clarity for every gig.
XS Electric
Get the same standout XS
protection, long life, and tone for your electric guitar.
XS Mandolin
Play bolder for longer with XS, in a specifically formulated set for your mandolin.