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12-53

Regular Light Acoustic Guitar Strings

$17.99

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12-53 Light, Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings

Light Acoustic Guitar Strings 3-Pack

$35.99

Product Details

SKU: NB1253

Nickel Bronze acoustic strings are made to bring out the unique tonal characteristics of your guitar, allowing its natural voice to shine through. This distinctive string alloy creates a clear, focused sound, magnifying the sonic properties of the guitar’s wood. Made with a NY Steel core and nickel-plated phosphor bronze wrap wire, Nickel Bronze strings get you the most out of your guitar and your playing. 12-53 Light gauge strings are our most popular acoustic gauge, providing a nice balance of playability and tone.

Ideal For: All Genres, Bluegrass, Fingerstyle

Made in the USA at our New York production facility.

Product Specs

Product Features

D'Addario Nickel Bronze strings are made with nickel-plated phosphor bronze, wrapped over a hexagonal NY steel core.
The nickel-plated phosphor bronze wrap wire provides a clear, focused sound, which magnifies the sonic properties of the guitar’s wood.
Nickel-plating increases natural corrosion resistance for a longer lasting uncoated string.
Our Nickel Bronze acoustic guitar strings come with a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
D’Addario Nickel Bronze strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility.

String Tension Chart

Item #	Note	Tension
NYS012	E4	23.400 lbs
NYS016	B3	23.300 lbs
NB024	G3	29.900 lbs
NB032	D3	29.800 lbs
NB042	A2	28.800 lbs
NB053	E2	24.800 lbs

FAQs

How do I restring my guitar?

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How do I tune my guitar?

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How can I extend the life of my strings?

There are many factors that can affect the lifespan of your strings. Here are some tips to help extend the life of your strings:

1. Wipe down your strings after each use.

2. Try D'Addario XT or XS strings! Our two X Series options each use a distinct method to extend lifespan, while preserving the tone of uncoated strings.

3. Try these maintenance and care products to prolong string life and performance.

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First time with Nickel Bronze

First time with Nickel Bronze. Loving the sound!

The best strings for my Eastman E6 LGSS guitar.

The best strings I have used on my Eastman E5 LGSS guitar, they really bring out the tone of a guitar with mahogany back and sides.

These strings bring out the character of my taylor 322ce 12 fret hog.

These are in my opinion the best strings for more affordable strings Feel and sounds great 😁🎸🤘🏻

Reveal The True Sound Of Your Guitar

Nickel Bronze strings are the premium uncoated acoustic strings by D’Addario. Featuring an innovative combination of nickel-plated phosphor bronze wrapped onto a high carbon NY steel core, these strings bring out the unique tonal characteristics of any guitar, allowing its natural voice to truly shine. Nickel Bronze delivers unrivaled clarity, resonance and projection, as well as outstanding tonal balance.

Nickel Bronze 13-56

"D'Addario strings reveal the truest sound and potential of every instrument they interact with. Besides being insanely reliable, they feel and sound exceptional."
– Julian Lage

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Nickel Bronze 13-56

"I have used D'Addario strings ever since I started playing guitar when I was eight years old. They always bring out the best in my instruments and in my playing."
– Molly Tuttle

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Custom Nickel Bronze

"I combine the light and medium gauges for a wonderfully balanced set for DADGAD tuning. D'Addario Nickel Bronze strings are perfect under my fingers and a joy to play at every show!"
– Mike Dawes

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Nickel Bronze 12-53

"D'Addario strings are absolutely rock-solid reliable. They're the one piece of gear I never have to think about twice. The sound is consistently excellent, whether I'm using their Phosphor Bronze or Nickel Bronze strings, and they remain stable through long sessions and tours."
– Chris Eldridge

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Nickel Bronze 13-56

"Nickel Bronze strings are the perfect complement to my boutique and vintage guitars. They bring out more of the fundamentals and woodiness in those instruments. They settle in quickly and provide a warm and direct tone."

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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.