Regular Light Ball End Acoustic Guitar StringsEJ83L
True to name, this set was designed to suit the needs of gypsy jazz guitar players in an era before amplification. Made by John D’Addario Sr. for legendary luthier Mario Maccaferri, Gypsy Jazz strings embody the authentic tone and feel of acoustic jazz. Constructed with a high carbon steel core and silver-plated copper wrap wire, this set delivers the beautifully warm, percussive, and projecting tone heard in the recordings of Django Reinhardt and other acoustic jazz ensembles. This 10-44 Light Ball End set is made for acoustic guitars which use ball end strings.
Gypsy Jazz
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True to name, this set was designed to suit the needs of gypsy jazz guitar players in an era before amplification. Made by John D’Addario Sr. for legendary luthier Mario Maccaferri, Gypsy Jazz strings embody the authentic tone and feel of acoustic jazz. Constructed with a high carbon steel core and silver-plated copper wrap wire, this set delivers the beautifully warm, percussive, and projecting tone heard in the recordings of Django Reinhardt and other acoustic jazz ensembles. This 10-44 Light Ball End set is made for acoustic guitars which use ball end strings.
String Tension Chart
Item #
Note
Diameter
Tension
PL010
E
0.010 in
17.39 lbs
PL014
B
0.014
19.13
-
G
0.023
29.47
-
D
0.026
23.34
-
A
0.034
27.33
-
E
0.044
20.03
Product Features
Coating: Uncoated
Number Of Strings: 6
Set Type: Sets
Wrap Material: Silver-Plated Copper
This Gypsy Jazz set has ball ends.
Originally designed by John D’Addario Sr. for legendary luthier Mario Maccaferri, Gypsy Jazz provides the authentic tone and feel of acoustic jazz.
Made with a high carbon steel core and silver-plated copper wrap wire.
D’Addario Gypsy Jazz strings come with a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
Our acoustic guitar strings are made in the USA—drawn to exacting specifications at our New York production facility.
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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 X-Series strings! Our two X Series options each use a distinct method to extend lifespan, while preserving the tone and feel of uncoated strings.
String winding equipment is designed and built by D'Addario's engineering team, guaranteeing a production range of 500,000 to 700,000 strings per day. Digitally-controlled string winding machines ensure productivity, accuracy, and consistency.
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.
WOUND TO PERFECTION 700,000 TIMES A DAY.
STRING WINDING TECHNOLOGY
String winding equipment is designed and built by D'Addario's engineering team, guaranteeing a production range of 500,000 to 700,000 strings per day. Digitally-controlled string winding machines ensure productivity, accuracy, and consistency.
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.
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