---
product_id: 342987424
title: "EFT16 Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light, 12-53"
brand: "d'addario"
price: "374 Lei"
currency: RON
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "D'addario"
url: https://www.desertcart.ro/products/342987424-eft16-flat-tops-phosphor-bronze-acoustic-guitar-strings-light-12
store_origin: RO
region: Romania
---

# Precision polished for ultra-smooth feel Light gauge 12-53 for effortless play Corrosion-resistant packaging keeps strings fresh EFT16 Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light, 12-53

**Brand:** d'addario
**Price:** 374 Lei
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your sound with strings that play as smooth as your style

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** EFT16 Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light, 12-53 by d'addario
- **How much does it cost?** 374 Lei with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ro](https://www.desertcart.ro/products/342987424-eft16-flat-tops-phosphor-bronze-acoustic-guitar-strings-light-12)

## 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

- • **Crafted in the USA:** Premium quality and performance you can trust, made with American craftsmanship
- • **Rich, Resonant Tone:** Phosphor bronze wound strings deliver warm, sustained acoustic brilliance
- • **Freshness Guaranteed:** Corrosion-resistant packaging ensures strings sound pristine every time
- • **Silky Smooth Surface:** Exclusive precision polishing minimizes finger noise and maximizes comfort
- • **Effortless Playability:** Extra-light 12-53 gauge reduces finger fatigue for marathon jam sessions

## Overview

D'Addario EFT16 Flat Tops are light gauge (12-53) phosphor bronze acoustic guitar strings featuring a precision polished surface for reduced finger noise and enhanced playability. Packaged in corrosion-resistant wrapping to maintain freshness, these strings deliver warm tone and long sustain, crafted in the USA for top-tier quality.

## Description

D'Addario EFT16 Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light, 12-53 : desertcart.in: Musical Instruments

Review: Ff
Review: Ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo, montate sulla mia Ibanez PF17 ne ha pulito il suono soprattutto negli spostamenti verticali. Decisamente ha irrobustito il tono e soprattutto il riverbero!!! Da provare!!!

## Features

- D'Addario's popular extra-light gauging with an exclusive precision polishing process for reduced finger noise
- Smooth, flattened playing surface, superb tone and sustain associated with phosphor bronze strings
- Corrosion resistant packaging for strings that are always fresh
- Made in the U.S.A. for the highest quality and performance
- String Gauges: Plain Steel .012, .016, Phosphor Bronze Wound .024, .032, .042, .053

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0006IQN2U |
| Best Sellers Rank | #10,703 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #187 in Acoustic Guitar Strings |
| Body Material | phosphor bronze |
| Colour | Multicolor |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (667) |
| Date First Available | 31 March 2012 |
| Generic Name | Strings |
| Importer | Gretex Audiotech LLP |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 11.2 x 10.9 x 0.8 Centimeters |
| Item Weight | 2.83 g |
| Item model number | EFT16 |
| Manufacturer | D'Addario andCo. Inc, D'Addario andCo. Inc |
| Material | phosphor bronze |
| Net Quantity | 6 Piece |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Packer | Dexter Ventures Pvt. Ltd |
| Product Dimensions | 11.18 x 10.92 x 0.76 cm; 2.83 g |
| String Gauge | Light |
| String Material | Phosphor Bronze |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** D'Addario
- **Colour:** Multicolor
- **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar
- **String Gauge:** Light
- **String Material Type:** Phosphor Bronze

## Images

![EFT16 Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light, 12-53 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81E5H-bAliL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: My old fingers cant manage heavier gage strings anymore. anybody happy with "extra lights" 10-47's ?  is the ease of play worth the loss in tone?**
A: You might try silk and phosphor 11- 47. They play easily while maintaining the more traditional tone. .115 - 47 silk and steel play well but are very mellow tonally. Alot has to do with the guitar itself and of course personal preference.  Additionally,  you may have to set the guitar up again. The strings will ride slightly lower in the saddle and nut.  And they will not pull the neck as much. No easy way other than trial and error.  I have 17 acoustics and have tried several sets on each guitar before settling on what I like on that particular guitar.  Only 2 of the 17 uses the same strings.  Good luck.

**Q: Anyone using these for fingerstyle blues? What do you think of them?**
A: I only play fingerstyle, and I play blues, jazz, pop...I LOVE these strings. If you're not plugged in you may notice a little less volume. Nothing drastic. They sound a bit more "warm." Slides are sweet. They're not that expensive. (I have used another brand that cost something like $30. They are a little nicer, but I can't afford that luxury all the time.) Try a set. Your fingers will thank you.

**Q: Is the core in of the d'addario eft15 round core?**
A: Down in the product details at the bottom of the page -- "D'Addario Phosphor Bronze strings are precision wound with corrosion-resistant phosphor bronze onto a carefully drawn, hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core. "

Note the "hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core" so NOT a round core.

**Q: Wait a second, the title for the item is flattened, the description page says roundwound, and one of the answers says they are halfwound. Which is it?**
A: They are flattened. Flat round is a different type of string. Basically its like the small humps of the round string are ground down .

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***N on 28 September 2023*

Ff

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***O on 28 August 2021*

Ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo, montate sulla mia Ibanez PF17 ne ha pulito il suono soprattutto negli spostamenti verticali. Decisamente ha irrobustito il tono e soprattutto il riverbero!!! Da provare!!!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***O on 26 October 2018*

Si no te molesta el .12 estas cuerdas tienen el balance de medios y graves calidos. Conservaron si brillo por 3 meses con uso moderado en una Ej 200 para mi gusto si lo valen para ser las cuerdas que casi nadie quiere tocar.

## Frequently Bought Together

- D'Addario Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Warm, Semi-Bright Tone - EFT16 - Light, 12-53
- D'Addario Accessories Pro-Winder Guitar String Winder, Cutter, Bridge Pin Puller - All in One Guitar Tool - Black
- D'Addario Acoustic Guitar Strings, Silk & Steel, EJ40, Light Gauge 11-47, 6-String Set, Pack of 1

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*Store origin: RO*
*Last updated: 2026-03-05*