--- product_id: 342329942 title: "Guitar Strings - XS Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings - XSAPB1152 - Maximum Life with Smooth Feel & Exceptional Tone - For 6 String Guitars - 11-52 Custom Light" brand: "d'addario" price: "R720" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/342329942-guitar-strings-xs-phosphor-bronze-coated-acoustic-guitar-strings-xsapb1152 store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Longest life with ultra-thin XS coating Custom Light 11-52 gauge for versatile play 131% better tuning stability Guitar Strings - XS Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings - XSAPB1152 - Maximum Life with Smooth Feel & Exceptional Tone - For 6 String Guitars - 11-52 Custom Light **Brand:** d'addario **Price:** R720 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Never Fade Away: Strings That Outlast Your Greatest Gigs ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Guitar Strings - XS Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings - XSAPB1152 - Maximum Life with Smooth Feel & Exceptional Tone - For 6 String Guitars - 11-52 Custom Light by d'addario - **How much does it cost?** R720 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/342329942-guitar-strings-xs-phosphor-bronze-coated-acoustic-guitar-strings-xsapb1152) ## 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 - • **Warm, Balanced Tone:** Phosphor Bronze wrap wire ensures rich, clear sound perfect for every genre. - • **Stay In Tune, Always:** NY Steel core with Fusion Twist tech delivers 131% better tuning stability than standard strings. - • **Unmatched Durability:** Ultra-thin XS film coating resists corrosion and fraying for maximum string life. - • **Smooth Feel, Effortless Play:** Polished finish and custom light gauge reduce finger fatigue without sacrificing tone. - • **Made in the USA with Precision:** Crafted in New York to exacting standards, supporting quality and sustainability. ## Overview D'Addario XS Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings (11-52 Custom Light) combine advanced ultra-thin XS coating and NY Steel core with Fusion Twist technology to deliver the longest-lasting, corrosion-resistant strings with exceptional tuning stability and warm, balanced tone. Made in the USA, these strings offer a smooth feel and superior durability, ideal for professional musicians seeking consistent performance and rich sound. ## Description D'Addario XS Acoustic Phosphor Bronze strings combine our most popular acoustic alloy with our most advanced string coating technology, resulting in clear tone, smooth feel, and superior tuning stability – all with the longest possible string life. With its ultra-thin film coating on every wound string and a unique polymer treatment on the plain steels, XS offers our highest level of protection for maximum life. XS also features NY Steel high carbon core and plain string wire, and our exclusive Fusion Twist, for incomparable break strength and tuning stability. XS is the most innovative coated string we’ve ever created. Never Fade Away! ## Features - CORROSION-RESISTANT, EXTENDED LIFE - XS Phosphor Bronze strings have the longest life of any D’Addario acoustic string, with no fraying, peeling, or tonal dampening, thanks to the ultra-thin XS film coating. - 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. - STAYS IN TUNE, STRONGER STRING - 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 acoustic strings. - EARN REWARD POINTS - This XS Phosphor Bronze set comes with a code on the recyclable, resealable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points. - MADE IN THE USA – XS coated acoustic strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B08VJKVPD6 | | Body Material Type | NY Steel | | Brand Name | D'Addario | | Coating Description | Ultra-thin XS film coating | | Color | Bronze | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,200) 4.6 out of 5 stars | | Finish Type | Polished | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954337605 | | Included Components | Acoustic Guitar Strings | | Instrument | Acoustic Guitar | | Item Type Name | Acoustic Guitar Strings | | Item Weight | 0.04 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | D'Addario & Co. | | Manufacturer Part Number | XSAPB1152 | | Material Type | Bronze | | Model Name | XSAPB1152 | | Model Number | XSAPB1152 | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Number Of Packs | 1 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Acoustic Guitar | | Set Name | XSAPB1152 | | Sound Profile | Balanced, Warm | | String Gauge | Custom Light 11-24 | | String Material Type | Alloy Steel | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Upc | 019954337605 | | Warranty Description | Replace if Defective | ## Product Details - **Brand:** D'Addario - **Colour:** Bronze - **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar - **String gauge:** Custom Light 11-24 - **String material type:** Alloy Steel ## Images ![Guitar Strings - XS Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings - XSAPB1152 - Maximum Life with Smooth Feel & Exceptional Tone - For 6 String Guitars - 11-52 Custom Light - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71MLTnibwCL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can I buy the 11/52’s in bulk box 25** A: no **Q: Please can you add the multipack options including the 25 pack option onto Amazon?** A: no, this listing is for a single package of strings **Q: Can these be used on a guitalele, and tuned to eadgbe?** A: It generally is not a good idea to put acoustic (steel) guitar strings on a guitalele, as most ukuleles are built to take either nylon or flourocarbon strings. The tension needed to tune the steel strings to the correct notes EADGBe can rip the bridge off of the instrument. If you're looking to turn your guitalele into a travel guitar, it would be better to at least use nylon strings. D'addario does make a coated classical guitar string set. **Q: Hard playing of mediums phospher/bronze.I get three days (9-10 hours) and lose tuneabilty.Rust is not an issue.Help?** A: I have never had that problem. If you play that hard check your tuners for tightness. These string ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy on my fingers *by on Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates 13 November 2025* I bought 11 because the 12 is hurting my fingers! Now it's easy! I love Ddario xs on my Yamaha fg830! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ottime e di grande durata *by on Reviewed in Italy 18 November 2024* queste corde sono indubbiamente tra le mie preferite per la chitarra acustica, infatti entrambe le mie chitarre montano queste.dopo anni di ricerca e di prove continue, e dopo aver ristretto il campo a poche marche, scambiato pareri e confrontato scalature e tensioni, posso dire di essere giunto alla scelta definitiva.Queste corde infatti garantiscono un suono brillante ma corposo, ben bilanciato e con la giusta tensione, che non stanca la mano sinistra e risponde bene alla destra.vanno ottimamente sia su arpeggio che sullo strumming, e non ultimo, forniscono una risposta in volume davvero molto buona e presente. forse migliorerei il packaging, ma in fondo, perchè sprecare carta o plastica per confezionare le corde singolarmente?forse per curiosità e per abitudine, ogni tanto proverò qualcosa d'altro, ma per ora mi fermo qui. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ As advertised, smooth feel, long life *by on Reviewed in Canada 4 August 2025* Good. After 2 months of everyday use, signs of fraying or corrosion are only present on some wound strings around 2nd and 3rd fret and on G string around picking area, but the strings still sound like new. This gauge has perfect balance of tone and tension across strings. ## Frequently Bought Together - D'Addario Guitar Strings - XS Phosphor Bronze Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings - XSAPB1152 - Maximum Life with Smooth Feel & Exceptional Tone - For 6 String Guitars - 11-52 Custom Light - D'Addario Accessories Pro-Winder Guitar String Winder, Cutter, Bridge Pin Puller - All in One Guitar Tool - Black - D'Addario Guitar Strings - XS Nickel Coated Electric Guitar Strings - XSE1046 - Maximum Life with Smooth Feel & Exceptional Tone - For 6 String Guitars - 10-46 Regular Light --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/342329942-guitar-strings-xs-phosphor-bronze-coated-acoustic-guitar-strings-xsapb1152](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/342329942-guitar-strings-xs-phosphor-bronze-coated-acoustic-guitar-strings-xsapb1152) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-09-12*