---
product_id: 1253864
title: "Guitar Strings - Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - EJ16-3D - Rich, Full Tonal Spectrum - For 6 String Guitars - 12-53 Light, 3-Pack"
brand: "d'addario"
price: "€ 51.83"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "D'addario"
url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/1253864-guitar-strings-phosphor-bronze-acoustic-guitar-strings-ej16-3d-rich
store_origin: BE
region: Belgium
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# Precision wound for perfect intonation Corrosion-resistant phosphor bronze wrap Made in USA with exacting specs Guitar Strings - Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - EJ16-3D - Rich, Full Tonal Spectrum - For 6 String Guitars - 12-53 Light, 3-Pack

**Brand:** d'addario
**Price:** € 51.83
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Elevate your sound with the iconic strings that pros swear by!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Guitar Strings - Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - EJ16-3D - Rich, Full Tonal Spectrum - For 6 String Guitars - 12-53 Light, 3-Pack by d'addario
- **How much does it cost?** € 51.83 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/1253864-guitar-strings-phosphor-bronze-acoustic-guitar-strings-ej16-3d-rich)

## Best For

- d'addario enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted d'addario brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Earn While You Play:** Register your strings to earn Players Circle reward points—because great gear deserves great perks.
- • **Light Gauge Comfort:** 12-53 gauge strings offer easy playability without sacrificing rich, full-bodied sound—perfect for extended sessions.
- • **Proven Legacy Since 1974:** Trusted by pros worldwide, these strings set the industry standard for acoustic tone and reliability.
- • **Unmatched Durability & Freshness:** Corrosion-resistant packaging keeps strings fresh and long-lasting, so you never miss a beat.
- • **Precision Wound for Sonic Clarity:** Hexagonal high-carbon steel core wrapped in phosphor bronze delivers bright, balanced tone with flawless intonation.

## Overview

D’Addario Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings (EJ16-3D) are precision wound, corrosion-resistant strings made in the USA. Featuring a hexagonal high-carbon steel core wrapped in phosphor bronze, these light gauge (12-53) strings deliver a warm, balanced tone with excellent intonation. Packaged in a recyclable, freshness-sealed bag, they are the go-to choice for acoustic guitarists seeking durability, consistent performance, and a rich tonal spectrum.

## Description

Pursue your passion with D’Addario’s most popular acoustic guitar string set, the Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings. Pioneered by D’Addario in 1974, phosphor strings are known for superb tone and comfortable playability. These light acoustic guitar strings help you achieve amazing performances, as they offer a warm, bright and balanced acoustic tone with excellent intonation. They have become the stage and studio choice of top guitar professionals worldwide. D’Addario leverages centuries of string-making experience to bring you the most durable, consistent and enduring guitar strings. Made in the USA for the highest quality and performance, only D’Addario strings are sealed inside and out. They feature a precision wound corrosion resistant phosphor bronze wire that is carefully drawn around a hexagonally shaped, high-carbon steel core. The result is long lasting, bright sounding tone with excellent intonation. And thanks to the , corrosion resistant packaging, the strings are always fresh. The string gauges in this acoustic string set include: Plain Steel .012, .016, Phosphor Bronze Wound .024, .032, .042, .053. Since 1905, D’Addario has been providing artists and players with the tools they need to perform their magic. As musicians ourselves, we have the unique ability to engineer products that inspire other musicians. The D’Addario family’s vision, creativity, passion and tradition have made us the world’s largest musical instrument string manufacturer. We put our family’s heart, soul and love for making music into every string and instrument accessory we create, and we never stop inspiring performance.

Review: Great strings. - These are my go-to for 20 years. Reasonably priced, great strings that don't tend to break unless by my own idiocy. There are more expensive brands, coated, with gimmicky promises, these are better (in my view). Strings that claim to last longer never do, strings that claim theyre brighter may be brighter, but not for very long. No BS, good, reliable strings that sound and play great. Don't fall for hype strings, your wallet and your music will thank you. Pro tip. If you wash your hands before you play, you could extend the brightness and life of your strings far beyond what an gexpensive gimmick set ever could.
Review: Great Strings - I have been playing medium strings for a few years now. I'm old my- wrist hurts. So, I tied these light strings. My wrist still hurts but these are great strings. Easy to play and sound great. Bright with sustain. Phosphor Bronze, EJ16, Light Gauge 12-53

## Features

- CORROSION-RESISTANT, PRECISION WOUND – D’Addario Phosphor Bronze acoustic guitar strings are precision wound with phosphor bronze wrap wire, over a hexagonal high-carbon steel core
- WARM, BALANCED TONE - Phosphor Bronze wrap wire provides tried-and-true D’Addario acoustic tone, with beautiful balance and warmth suitable for all musical genres
- MOST POPULAR ACOUSTIC GUITAR STRING - Now the standard in acoustic guitar strings, Phosphor Bronze strings were originally pioneered by D’Addario in the 1970s
- EARN REWARD POINTS - D’Addario Phosphor Bronze acoustic guitar strings come with a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points
- MADE IN THE USA – Our Phosphor Bronze strings are made in the USA—drawn to exacting specifications at our New York production facility

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000OR2RNM |
| Best Sellers Rank | #16 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #2 in Acoustic Guitar Strings |
| Body Material Type | Metal |
| Brand | D'Addario |
| Brand Name | D'Addario |
| Coating Description | coated |
| Color | Bronze |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 38,316 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Bronze Plated |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954970789 |
| Included Components | 1 x EJ16-3D / includes 3 x EJ16 strings |
| Instrument | Acoustic Guitar |
| Item Type Name | Guitar Strings |
| Item Weight | 0.2 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | D'Addario &Co. Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | EJ16-3D |
| Material Type | Phosphor Bronze |
| Model Name | D'Addario EJ16 3-D pack |
| Model Number | EJ16-3D |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Acoustic Guitar |
| Set Name | 3-Pack |
| String Gauge | Light |
| String Material Type | Phosphor Bronze |
| UPC | 199541260636 639476856592 333335567420 704725836585 712392923378 019954951856 811501005759 019954970789 |
| Unit Count | 3.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | Manufacturer warranty description. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** D'Addario
- **Color:** Bronze
- **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar
- **String Gauge:** Light
- **String Material Type:** Phosphor Bronze

## Images

![Guitar Strings - Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - EJ16-3D - Rich, Full Tonal Spectrum - For 6 String Guitars - 12-53 Light, 3-Pack - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81dS6RLrIGL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: So does this come with all 6 strings? Im completely new to guitars.**
A: Yes, this is a full set.Specifically this is a set of 3. If you want just one select the 1 pack. (I tried to include a link but Amazon defaults it to the 3 pack for some reason)It is possible to look up and find individual strings, but honestly that ends up being more difficult in my opinion and for the cost you might as well grab a set.I am fairly new to guitars as well, so let me just take a moment to say these strings are highly recommended. Great choice.

**Q: Have a EJ200 Epiphone. Would like to replace strings.  What type of D'Addario strings do I use?**
A: I have a 45 year old Martin d-28 I use the extra light strings EJ 15 3 Dbecause I like to fingerpickthey have a very good warm soundif your guitar is fairly new try the light gauge strings they sound very good too and you can buy 3 packs for under $15 at Amazon. D'Addario makes a good string and I find they last a long time. I highly recommend!

**Q: I bought these for my son and the first two strings broke when he was putting them on. We are on the third set in twenty minutes**
A: When you put on a string, you have to allow enough slack for the string to coil around the tuner post. Feed the string through and leave enough slack so you can  pull the string about 4 inches above the fret board and then slowly wind it up and as it tightens, pause once in a while let the string stretch. Some strings can take a day to stretch, some don't. Be patient. Good luck...but if you don't leave slack for coiling strings will break.

**Q: What 0.10-0.27 means? what is high strung tuning? is it a regular string set for acoustic guitar? and is this set light, medium or hard? thank you**
A: In “high-strung tuning” (also known as “Nashville tuning”), the bottom four strings are tuned an octave higher than standard tuning, like the second set of strings on a 12-string guitar. The top two strings are pitched to standard tuning. Because the strings are a thin gauge, they are by definition light gauge. A guitar with the higher pitch of Nashville tuning is a good accompaniment to many songs.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great strings.
*by J***B on April 19, 2026*

These are my go-to for 20 years. Reasonably priced, great strings that don't tend to break unless by my own idiocy. There are more expensive brands, coated, with gimmicky promises, these are better (in my view). Strings that claim to last longer never do, strings that claim theyre brighter may be brighter, but not for very long. No BS, good, reliable strings that sound and play great. Don't fall for hype strings, your wallet and your music will thank you. Pro tip. If you wash your hands before you play, you could extend the brightness and life of your strings far beyond what an gexpensive gimmick set ever could.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Strings
*by S***O on April 23, 2026*

I have been playing medium strings for a few years now. I'm old my- wrist hurts. So, I tied these light strings. My wrist still hurts but these are great strings. Easy to play and sound great. Bright with sustain. Phosphor Bronze, EJ16, Light Gauge 12-53

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Value and Great Quality
*by B***1 on May 29, 2026*

Longest lasting strings I know . . they don't stretch much, which makes the guitar stay in tune longer.

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*Last updated: 2026-06-25*