Light on the fingers, warm and bright in sound. D’Addario EJ15 is a 10-47 Extra Light set of Phosphor Bronze strings for 6-string acoustic guitars. It is a good choice for beginners, for players with sore fingertips and for anyone who wants easy bends and a soft feel.
Why customers choose it
Who it is for
Beginners and students, players switching from electric guitar, worship and church players who strum for long sets, and older or parlour-size acoustic guitars that prefer lower string tension.
Specifications
| Set | EJ15 Phosphor Bronze, Extra Light |
|---|---|
| Gauges | .010, .014 (plain steel); .023, .030, .039, .047 (phosphor bronze wound) |
| Tension per string | E 16.2 lbs, B 17.8 lbs, G 27.9 lbs, D 26.7 lbs, A 24.7 lbs, low E 19.9 lbs |
| Number of strings | 6 |
| Wrap | Phosphor bronze, round wound |
| Core | Hexagonal high-carbon steel |
| Coating | Uncoated |
| Instrument | Acoustic (steel-string) guitar |
| Made in | USA |
Good to know
- These are steel strings for acoustic guitars – do not fit them on a nylon-string classical guitar.
- The pack has a code you can register with D’Addario’s Players Circle.
FAQ
Are these good for beginners?
Yes. Extra Light is D’Addario’s lightest acoustic gauge and is easy to fret and bend.
Will they sound thin?
Lighter strings have a little less volume than heavier sets, but Phosphor Bronze keeps the tone warm and balanced.















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