D'ADDARIO EJ26-3D
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D'addario And Co
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A "Custom Light" Set for More Comfort Without Losing Presence
Often called "Custom Light," the D'Addario EJ26-3D strings are designed for acoustic guitarists who want a good level of projection and full bass, while maintaining a softer feel on the treble strings. This gauge combination offers a very musical compromise: you keep the foundation and depth of the bass strings, and enjoy more manageable treble strings for phrasing, vibrato, and bends.
Phosphor bronze, introduced by D'Addario in 1974, has become a benchmark for achieving a rich spectrum : singing mids, clear trebles, and a well-defined low end. Combined with a high-carbon steel hex core and a corrosion-resistant winding, this set delivers a bright and durable tone with excellent intonation -perfect for keeping your acoustic expressive, repetition after repetition.
Technical specifications
| Format | standard |
| Type of cord attachment | Without |
| Category | acoustic |
| Nbr of strings | 6 |
| Color | Bronze |
| Brand | D'Addario |
| Model | EJ26-3D |
| Type | acoustic guitar strings |
| Alloy | phosphor bronze |
| Construction | corrosion-resistant phosphor bronze winding |
| Core | high-carbon steel hex core |
| Gauge | 11-52 (Custom Light) |
| Gauge details | plain steel.011,.015; phosphor bronze wound.022,.032,.042,.052 |
| Packaging | 3-pack |
| Made in | USA |
Questions frequently asked
Are D'Addario EJ26-3D 11-52 strings suitable for a 6-string acoustic guitar?
This set is designed for 6-string acoustic guitars and features a Custom Light gauge of 11-52.
What tone does the phosphor bronze give to these strings?
The phosphor bronze winding delivers singing mids, clear highs, and a defined low register. Its corrosion resistance helps maintain string brightness.
Is the 11-52 gauge suitable for bends on an acoustic guitar?
The 11 gauge treble strings offer a softer feel, ideal for phrasing, vibrato, and bends. The 52 gauge bass strings preserve a strong tonal foundation. This balance corresponds to the Custom Light format.
What is the construction of the EJ26-3D strings?
The hex core is made of high carbon steel and is wrapped with a corrosion-resistant phosphor bronze winding.
How many sets are included in the D'Addario EJ26-3D pack?
The package contains 3 sets of strings, made in the USA.
