{"product_id":"d-addario-xs-coated-acoustic-guitar-strings-phosphor-bronze-12-53-xsapb1253","title":"D'Addario - XS Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings - Phosphor Bronze 12-53 - XSAPB1253","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12-53 Light Coated Acoustic Guitar Strings XSAPB1253\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBorn from our greatest breakthrough in string innovation, XS Phosphor Bronze strings have the longest life of any D’Addario acoustic guitar string. The XS coating gives our warm, balanced phosphor bronze strings maximum life, with an uncommonly smooth feel. Made with a NY Steel core, phosphor bronze wrap wire and Fusion Twist technology, XS coated acoustic guitar strings have incomparable break strength and tuning stability, in addition to their dramatically increased lifespan. 12-53 Light strings are our most popular acoustic gauge, providing a nice balance of playability and tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal For:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAll Genres\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcoustic Guitar\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcoustic\/Electric Guitar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eXS Phosphor Bronze strings have the longest life of any D’Addario acoustic string, thanks to the ultra-thin XS film coating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePhosphor Bronze wrap wire provides tried-and-true D’Addario acoustic tone, with beautiful balance and warmth suitable for all musical genres.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWith a NY Steel core and Fusion Twist technology, XS Phosphor Bronze offers greater break strength and unmatched tuning stability—staying in tune 131% better than standard acoustic strings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eXS Phosphor Bronze strings come with a code which you can register to earn Players Circle points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eXS coated acoustic strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCoating: XS\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNumber Of Strings: 6\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSet Type: Sets, Multipacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWrap Material: Phosphor Bronze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003chr style=\"margin:24px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis item can only be shipped within Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003chr style=\"margin:24px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 0.5rem;font-size:1.4rem;font-weight:700;\"\u003e\n  Return \u0026amp; Exchange Policy\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 1.25rem;font-style:italic;\"\u003e\n  Last updated: May 9, 2025\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col style=\"padding-left:1.25rem;margin:0 0 1.25rem;line-height:1.45;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eAll Sales Are Final\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Except as noted below, we do not accept returns or exchanges under any circumstance.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eDefective or Damaged Instruments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    We stand behind every instrument we sell. If your instrument arrives with a manufacturer defect\n    or is damaged in transit (e.g., a broken pickup on an electric guitar),\n    please contact us immediately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n    \u003cu\u003eEligibility\u003c\/u\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 0.5rem 1.25rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe defect \/ damage must be reported within \u003cstrong\u003e7 days\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eYou must provide clear photographs or video showing the issue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003cu\u003eInspection Requirement\u003c\/u\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n    Submission of photos or video alone does \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e guarantee a return or repair.\n    All claims are subject to a physical inspection by our certified technician.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n    \u003cu\u003eProcess\u003c\/u\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003col style=\"margin:0.5rem 0 0.5rem 1.25rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eEmail \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@solschoolofmusic.ca\"\u003esupport@solschoolofmusic.ca\u003c\/a\u003e\n          with your order number, a description of the problem, and the visual evidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eWe’ll review and, if preliminarily approved, issue a prepaid shipping label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eShip the instrument back to us for inspection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAfter inspection:\n        \u003cul style=\"margin:0.25rem 0 0 1.25rem;\"\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eIf approved, we’ll repair the instrument at no cost or replace it with an equivalent model (subject to availability).\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eIf not approved, the instrument will be returned to you unrepaired and return shipping will be charged to you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ol\u003e\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eRepairs \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Beyond initial defects, we offer ongoing \u003cem\u003estring replacement and repair services for Tar and Setar\u003c\/em\u003e.\n    These services follow our standard repair rates and turnaround times.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eNon-Defective Instruments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Instruments that are undamaged and functioning as intended—regardless of buyer’s remorse or change of mind—are\n    \u003cstrong\u003enot eligible\u003c\/strong\u003e for return, exchange, refund, or credit.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eHow to Reach Us\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Email: \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@solschoolofmusic.ca\"\u003esupport@solschoolofmusic.ca\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Phone: 905-508-7888\u003cbr\u003e\n    Hours: Mon–Fri, 10 AM – 6 PM (EST)\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Daddario","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44061779198063,"sku":null,"price":28.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2992\/8815\/files\/b95c1774b96e5b7ba691b88c45f09f478980f539-1000x1000.png?v=1768244712","url":"https:\/\/sol-school-of-music-and-instrument-store-2.myshopify.com\/products\/d-addario-xs-coated-acoustic-guitar-strings-phosphor-bronze-12-53-xsapb1253","provider":"Sol School of Music and Instrument Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}