FARMINGDALE, NY — D'Addario and Taylor Guitars are expanding their long-standing partnership with the release of the Jacob Collier Signature XS Phosphor Bronze 12–53 String Set, specifically designed for Collier's groundbreaking 5-string acoustics and signature DAEAD tuning.
Designed to deliver the exact balance of tension, feel, and pitch accuracy that Collier's distinctive symmetrical tuning system needs, the new XS sets are designed specifically for the Taylor Jacob Collier GS Mini 5-String, Taylor Jacob Collier Academy 22e 5-String, and Taylor JCSM-5 Jacob Collier Signature 5-String.
Built on D’Addario’s XS platform, the Jacob Collier signature strings are set apart by an ultra-thin film coating for the wound strings, and a unique polymer treatment on the plain steel, which results in the maximum corrosion resistance, outstanding tuning stability, and extended string life players need for a consistent performance everywhere they play.
"There is a miraculous tone and sublime feel to these D'Addario strings,” said Jacob Collier. “This set was handpicked by Taylor's own Andy Powers to balance the tension, feel and pitch accuracy of this symmetric 5-string tuning that forms the backbone of my custom Taylor guitar models.”
The release marks yet another milestone in the ongoing partnership between D'Addario and Taylor, combining premium string technology and innovative instrument design for a playing experience that’s uniquely tailored to one of the most inventive musicians working today.
The Jacob Collier Signature XS Phosphor Bronze 12–53 String Set will be available for Inner Circle preorder beginning March 2 and available exclusively through D'Addario beginning April 6 for players of the following Taylor models:
- Taylor Jacob Collier GS Mini 5-String
- Taylor Jacob Collier Academy 22e 5-String
- Taylor JCSM-5 Jacob Collier Signature 5-String (Natural Hawaiian Koa)