Which string gauge is right for me?
- Extra Light:Â Super easy to play. Easy to bend. Great for beginners.
- Custom Light:Â Easy on the fingers. Slightly more volume and projection.
- Light:Â Best seller. Nice balance of playability and tone.
- Light Top/Medium Bottom:Â Balance of volume and comfortable playability.
- Medium:Â Harder to play and bend. Powerful volume and bold tone.

The right tone for everyone
D’Addario believes that every acoustic guitar player should have a set of strings that match their sonic needs. That’s why they build strings with a range of construction methods and materials. Whether you go with the brightest 80/20 Bronze strings, the mellowest Silk & Steels, or anywhere in between, D’Addario has the perfect sound for everyone.