Easy-playing acoustic strings with a warm, balanced sound. The D’Addario EJ26 is an 11-52 Custom Light phosphor bronze set for acoustic guitar. D’Addario says Custom Light gives slightly more volume and projection than Extra Light while staying easy to play.
Why customers choose it
Who it is for
Beginners, students and anyone with a dreadnought or concert acoustic who wants lighter strings that still sound full – strumming, fingerstyle, church and home playing.
Specifications
| Set | EJ26 |
|---|---|
| Gauge | 11-52 (Custom Light) |
| String Gauges | .011, .015, .022, .032, .042, .052 |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Core | Hexagonal high-carbon steel |
| Wrap Material | Phosphor bronze |
| Construction | Round wound |
| Tension per string | E4 .011 (plain steel) – 19.6 lbs B3 .015 (plain steel) – 20.5 lbs G3 .022 (phosphor bronze wound) – 25.4 lbs D3 .032 (phosphor bronze wound) – 29.9 lbs A2 .042 (phosphor bronze wound) – 28.9 lbs E2 .052 (phosphor bronze wound) – 24.2 lbs |
| Made In | USA (New York) |
| Type | Acoustic Guitar Strings |
Good to know
- For steel-string acoustic guitars only – not for classical (nylon-string) guitars.
- Wipe the strings after playing to make them last longer (D’Addario tip).
FAQ
Is EJ26 good for beginners?
D’Addario describes Custom Light as easy to play, with a little more volume than Extra Light.
What gauges are in the set?
.011, .015, .022, .032, .042, .052.
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