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10-38

Name: 10-38 Light, XS Phosphor Bronze Mandolin Strings
Brand: D'Addario
SKU: XSM1038
Price: 2300 EUR
Availability: InStock

Light Coated Mandolin Strings

€23,00

Tone

Bright Mellow

Code Value: 350 Points Code Value: Not Applicable

Product Details

SKU: XSM1038

Born from our greatest breakthrough in string innovation, XS Phosphor Bronze strings have the longest life of any D’Addario mandolin string. The XS coating gives our warm, balanced phosphor bronze strings maximum life, with an uncommonly smooth feel. Made with a NY Steel core, phosphor bronze wrap wire and Fusion Twist technology, XS coated mandolin strings have incomparable break strength and tuning stability, in addition to their dramatically increased lifespan. 10-38 Light gauge strings provide a nice balance of playability and resonance.

Ideal For: All Genres, Mandolin

Made in the USA at our New York production facility.

Product Specs

Product Features

XS Phosphor Bronze strings have the longest life of any D’Addario mandolin string, thanks to the ultra-thin XS film coating.
Phosphor Bronze wrap wire provides tried-and-true D’Addario tone, with beautiful balance and warmth suitable for all musical genres.
With a NY Steel core and Fusion Twist technology, XS Phosphor Bronze offers greater break strength and unmatched tuning stability—staying in tune 131% better than standard strings.
XS Phosphor Bronze sets come with a code on the recyclable, resealable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
XS coated acoustic strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility.

String Tension Chart

Item #	Note	Diameter	Tension
-	E5	0.010 in	19.2 lbs
-	E5	0.010 in	19.2 lbs
-	A4	0.014 in	16.8 lbs
-	A4	0.014 in	16.8 lbs
-	D4	0.024 in	20.0 lbs
-	D4	0.024 in	20.0 lbs
-	G3	0.038 in	21.9 lbs
-	G3	0.038 in	21.9 lbs

Additional Resources

D'ADDARIO XS

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.

Six 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.

Six 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.