---
product_id: 49950410
title: "Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Warm, Semi-Bright Tone - EFT16 - Light, 12-53"
brand: "d'addario"
price: "S$53"
currency: SGD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "D'addario"
url: https://www.desertcart.sg/products/49950410-guitar-strings-acoustic-guitar-strings-flat-tops-phosphor-bronze-6
store_origin: SG
region: Singapore
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# Precision wound for flawless playability Phosphor bronze for warm, balanced tone Made in USA with exacting specs Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Warm, Semi-Bright Tone - EFT16 - Light, 12-53

**Brand:** d'addario
**Price:** S$53
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your acoustic vibe with strings that sing and reward!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Warm, Semi-Bright Tone - EFT16 - Light, 12-53 by d'addario
- **How much does it cost?** S$53 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sg](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/49950410-guitar-strings-acoustic-guitar-strings-flat-tops-phosphor-bronze-6)

## 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

- • **Proudly Made in the USA:** Crafted in New York with meticulous quality control, ensuring premium durability and sound.
- • **Eco-Friendly & Rewarding:** Packaged in recyclable bags with Players Circle points—play sustainably and get rewarded.
- • **Precision Wound Excellence:** Flat Tops feature precision-wound phosphor bronze over a high-carbon steel core for smooth, consistent tone and feel.
- • **Ultra-Comfortable Light Gauge:** Light 12-53 gauge strings reduce fret noise and enable effortless bends, ideal for finger-style and barre chords.
- • **Warm & Balanced Acoustic Tone:** Phosphor bronze wrap delivers the iconic D’Addario warmth and semi-brightness perfect for all genres.

## Overview

D'Addario Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze acoustic guitar strings (Light 12-53) combine precision winding and premium phosphor bronze for a warm, semi-bright tone. Engineered in the USA, these strings reduce fret noise and enhance playability, making them a top choice for finger-style and all acoustic players seeking comfort, durability, and iconic sound.

## Description

Buy D'Addario Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Warm, Semi-Bright Tone - EFT16 - Light, 12-53. Free delivery and returns on eligible orders.

Review: These could well be my acoustic strings for life - If you play finger-style or are moving from a classical guitar that has lighter, looser strings, these (extra light) strings are fabulous. Firstly, all the fret noise of standard acoustic strings is substantially reduced such that you can slide notes and hear the note changing, rather than the slide sound. Secondly, you can bend the strings like you can nylons (or electric guitar strings for that matter), and thirdly, the thinner neck width of an acoustic guitar takes a great deal of getting used to for classical guitar players, but these thin strings provide just enough extra room to avoid most of the fret buzz you get from accidentally touching against an adjacent string as you learn to be more precise (especially for finger-style), and lastly, to me these strings feel almost as comfortable and natural as classical strings; barre chords are just as easy, and they pick, pluck and strum in a more 'organic' way that finally makes acoustic guitar playing a joy for me.
Review: Pleasantly supprised - Well, what can I say, after years of using Elixir only I decided to give these a try because I once had an old bass guitar with tapewound strings so thought it would be nice on my accoustic guitar. Then it was just WOW! I have to say, I'm really happy with these strings, they are amazing. For me the sting noise is very reduced and I just love the tone of these strings on my guitar. They are really nice to sing along with, look good and feel good to the touch. For years I've always felt the Low E was dull on my guitar, these strings have made that issue disapear and it's really good now. I will not look back.

## Features

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

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0006IQN2U |
| Best Sellers Rank | 4,070 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 174 in Guitar Strings |
| Brand | D'Addario |
| Brand Name | D'Addario |
| Coating Description | coated |
| Coating description | coated |
| Colour | Phosphor Bronze |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,357 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Polished |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954121235 |
| Included Components | 6 strings (12-53) |
| Instrument | Acoustic Guitar |
| Item Weight | 0.1 Ounces |
| Item height | 0.3 inches |
| Manufacturer | D'Addario Ltd |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Acoustic Guitar |
| String Gauge | Light |
| String Material Type | Bronze |
| String gauge | Light |
| String material type | Bronze |
| UPC | 019954121235 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** D'Addario
- **Colour:** Phosphor Bronze
- **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar
- **String gauge:** Light
- **String material type:** Bronze

## Images

![Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Warm, Semi-Bright Tone - EFT16 - Light, 12-53 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71onvZpe+aL.jpg)
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![Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Warm, Semi-Bright Tone - EFT16 - Light, 12-53 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81E5H-bAliL.jpg)
![Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Warm, Semi-Bright Tone - EFT16 - Light, 12-53 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81o8ZeRTxJL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: are they good for slide guitar**
A: possibly. there is certainly an absence of squeaking

**Q: I usually play d'addario phosphor bronze 11s. i want to try flat tops but have been told to drop a gauge from 11 to 10. is this right?**
A: I've switched all my electric guitars to flatwounds and gone down to 10's from my usual 11's, and in one case even went to 9's on my telecaster, however, I have to say I've not had much success/pleasure in switching any of my acoustics to flatwounds. I tried these 'Flat Tops' and I have to say was completely underwhelmed and switched back to coated phosphor bronze strings after a few days. Even new, they sounded dull in comparison to the old set of coated strings.

**Q: Are these ball end?**
A: Yes

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These could well be my acoustic strings for life
*by J***N on 9 September 2017*

If you play finger-style or are moving from a classical guitar that has lighter, looser strings, these (extra light) strings are fabulous. Firstly, all the fret noise of standard acoustic strings is substantially reduced such that you can slide notes and hear the note changing, rather than the slide sound. Secondly, you can bend the strings like you can nylons (or electric guitar strings for that matter), and thirdly, the thinner neck width of an acoustic guitar takes a great deal of getting used to for classical guitar players, but these thin strings provide just enough extra room to avoid most of the fret buzz you get from accidentally touching against an adjacent string as you learn to be more precise (especially for finger-style), and lastly, to me these strings feel almost as comfortable and natural as classical strings; barre chords are just as easy, and they pick, pluck and strum in a more 'organic' way that finally makes acoustic guitar playing a joy for me.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pleasantly supprised
*by R***R on 21 April 2020*

Well, what can I say, after years of using Elixir only I decided to give these a try because I once had an old bass guitar with tapewound strings so thought it would be nice on my accoustic guitar. Then it was just WOW! I have to say, I'm really happy with these strings, they are amazing. For me the sting noise is very reduced and I just love the tone of these strings on my guitar. They are really nice to sing along with, look good and feel good to the touch. For years I've always felt the Low E was dull on my guitar, these strings have made that issue disapear and it's really good now. I will not look back.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best
*by K***I on 15 August 2025*

Fabulous strings. I spent three years trying others in an attempt to find a better choice. Failed. Have returned to my first loves...

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