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D'Addario

D'Addario EJ26-3D Phosphor Bronze Custom Light 3 Sets

  • 3 sets, 18 strings
  • Custom Light 11-52
  • .011 .015 .022w .032 .042 .052 gauges
  • Phosphor bronze wrap, hex core
  • Uncoated

Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A dependable multipack of uncoated phosphor bronze strings for players who change strings often and like an easy playing gauge. Uncoated strings dull sooner than coated sets.

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ASIN: B01GJRTRECModel: EJ26Category: Acoustic Guitar Strings

Overview

Not a coated long life string, this D'Addario pack holds three sets of classic phosphor bronze wound over a hex core. The custom light gauge is easy to play yet gives a bit more volume than extra light.

Easy playability with warm, balanced tone is the reason to stock up. Being uncoated, they lose brightness faster than coated sets, which suits players who restring often anyway.

Who it's for

Students, teachers and regular players who go through sets quickly. Players who restring rarely may get more from a coated set.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Three sets per pack
  • Warm, balanced tone
  • Easy playing gauge
  • Hex core for stability
Cons
  • Uncoated, shorter tone life
  • Light gauge, less volume than heavier sets
  • Acoustic guitars only

Performance notes

Tone comes from phosphor bronze wrap over a high carbon steel hex core, which grips the wrap so pitch stays stable. The lighter gauge lowers tension, which eases fretting with slightly less volume.

Specifications

BrandD'Addario
ModelEJ26
Construction & materials
String Material TypePhosphor bronze wrap, high-carbon steel hex core
Coating DescriptionUncoated
Included components
Included Components18 strings
Other details
String GaugeCustom Light, 11-52
InstrumentAcoustic guitar
Gauges.011 .015 .022w .032 .042 .052
Set Name3 Sets
Sound ProfileBalanced

Frequently asked questions

How many strings are in the D'Addario EJ26-3D pack?

Three sets, 18 strings in total.

Are EJ26 strings coated?

No. They are uncoated phosphor bronze.

How do Custom Light strings compare to Extra Light?

They have slightly more volume and projection while staying easy to play.

What are the gauges in each EJ26 set?

.011 .015 .022w .032 .042 .052.