D'Addario

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The D'Addario EJ17 Phosphor Bronze Medium Acoustic Strings feature a phosphor bronze alloy that produces a warm, balanced tone and impressive volume. Introduced in 1974, these strings have become the standard for acoustic players of all levels. The EJ17 strings utilize precision-drawn hex cores and computer-controlled winding to ensure consistent quality, superb intonation, and extended lifespan.

Phosphor Bronze Alloy Provides a Warm, Vibrant Tone

Phosphor bronze wrap wire helps create a warm, vibrant tone that complements most playing styles. The phosphor bronze alloy also provides flexibility and durability, enabling hours of playing before needing a string change. For a balanced tone with rich overtones, the EJ17 Medium gauge set is an ideal choice.

Precision and Consistency for Optimal Performance

D'Addario leverages state-of-the-art manufacturing processes to produce strings known for their precision, consistency, and performance. Hex cores and computer-controlled winding result in strings that are perfectly intonated with minimal tuning instability. This precision translates into strings that sing, sustain, and stay in tune through dynamic performances.

The Trusted Choice of Professionals Worldwide

D'Addario is the world's largest string manufacturer, producing strings for virtually every instrument. Professionals worldwide trust D'Addario for strings that enable flawless performances and inspire their best. The EJ17 Phosphor Bronze Medium Acoustic Strings are a mainstay for acoustic players at all skill levels seeking premium tone and playability.

Additional Specifications

The EJ17 Phosphor Bronze Medium Acoustic Strings feature gages from 0.013" to 0.056". They produce a balanced tension that suits most playing styles. A convenient single-pack contains one complete set of strings.

D'Addario EJ17 Phosphor Bronze Medium Acoustic Strings Single-Pack
D'Addario EJ17 Phosphor Bronze Medium Acoustic Strings Single-Pack
D'Addario EJ17 Phosphor Bronze Medium Acoustic Strings Single-Pack

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4.56

25 Reviews

88%

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Most Liked Positive Review

5

Best quality strings

I've been buying these over the past year out of the 6 years that I've been playing and I don't plan on ever switching to any others. They have such rich and dark bass tones as well as bright and lively mids and treble. They allow each note of a chord or riff to be clearly heard making fantastic tones for any style or player. They last for quite a long time, retaining their tone. I like to use them for playing in alternate tunings such as dadgad, allowing me to bring out melodies where I want them. Over all fantastic strings for anyone looking for ways to improve their guitar quality

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

Dead in less than 12 hours? Lifeless

I've always heard great things about daddario and that the ej17 was the gold standard bluegrass string yadda yadda. Put a set on a new Martin hd28 and they sounded decent at first (although muddy and kind of neutral overall). I kept them on and played throughout the day and at a little jam that evening. After that i kept noodling around the house and all of a sudden the low e started sounding like a tub bass and the rest were just super bland and lifeless sounding. I honestly will never buy these again and couldn't recommended them to anyone who actually plays a decent amount.

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  3. Dull and short lifespan1
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  • D'Addario traditional quality

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 months ago

    byKarl

    fromSouth Bend, Indiana

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I've been using Spanish style bronze acoustic strings for 54 years: D'Merle, D'Angelico, and D'Addario now from Guitar from Guitar Center. These strings have Amazing tone and timbre and feel and action. I wouldn't play an acoustic without them! Oh yeah, they mature and last until they let you know when...

  • Best Uncoated acoustic strings

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted5 months ago

    byNic

    fromCanton, MI

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Hands down the most fundamentally structured consumable alloy under tension for the sole purpose vibration in syncopation with rhythmic tendencies in accompany with an acoustic guitar. With a lifespan that rivals a tortoise, these strings have become one of my closest friends in a sea of happiness.

  • Great Brand and consistent product

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted9 months ago

    byBrian

    fromFairfax, VA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    D'Addario never disappoints me. Great tone. Just keep up yhe tuning and maintain.

  • My go to acoustic string

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byStephen

    fromDallas

    Love these strings. Great tone which mellows out after about a day. Only problem is with lots of playing you will need new strings probably within a month. They are worth it though. Once they get old they still sound pretty good for dead strings but for my D28 it really shines with fresh strings.

  • Best strings for overall tone!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byKVN

    fromWichita, KS

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I've been using these strings for many years. They deliver just the right mix of brightness for clarity and warmth for fullness. I've experimented with many other brands and versions and always come back to the D'Addario Phosphor Bronze.

  • Definitely well worth it

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byLisa

    fromCabot Arkansas

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Very sturdy strings sound great

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