D'ADDARIO LE042PB PHOSPHOR BRONZE LOOP END SINGLE STRING .042
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D'addario And Co
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A String Designed for Clarity, Warmth, and Consistency
The D'Addario LE042PB is a phosphor bronze wound string that delivers a very musical balance of brightness, roundness, and definition. Introduced by D'Addario as early as 1974, phosphor bronze has become a standard for achieving an expressive acoustic timbre, with strong presence in the mix and a uniform response along the entire length of the string.
Finely wound with corrosion-resistant phosphor bronze over a hexagonal high-carbon steel core, this string offers a clear feel, reliable tuning stability, and lasting projection. Perfect for replacing a single string, it is also suitable for musicians who want to create custom sets tailored to their playing style.
Technical specifications
| Type of cord attachment | Loop end | Nbr of strings | 1 |
| Category | Acoustic single string | Color | Bronze |
| Model | D'Addario LE042PB | Core material | high-carbon steel |
| Type | single wound string | Tonal properties | warm, bright, balanced |
| Alloy | phosphor bronze | Design | corrosion-resistant winding, excellent intonation |
| End | loop end | Usage | replacement string, custom set creation |
| Core shape | hexagonal | Manufactured in | USA |
Questions frequently asked
Is the LE042PB compatible with a loop-end attachment?
This string features a loop end, designed for instruments using this type of attachment.
What is the gauge of the D'Addario LE042PB?
The LE042PB designation corresponds to a single .042 gauge string. It is a wound string intended for individual replacement or for composing a custom set.
What sound does the phosphor bronze bring to this string?
The phosphor bronze winding provides a balance of warmth and brightness. The design also aims for consistent definition and strong acoustic presence.
Is the LE042PB string corrosion-resistant?
This string uses a corrosion-resistant phosphor bronze winding.
What type of core does this acoustic string have?
The core is made of high carbon steel and has a hexagonal shape. This construction contributes to reliable tuning stability. The manufacturing is done in the United States.
