---
product_id: 49950410
title: "Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Warm, Semi-Bright Tone - EFT16 - Light, 12-53"
brand: "d'addario"
price: "€ 36.24"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "D'addario"
url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/49950410-guitar-strings-acoustic-guitar-strings-flat-tops-phosphor-bronze-6
store_origin: IE
region: Ireland
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# 6-string precision wound Phosphor bronze wrap for warm tone Made in USA, exact specs Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Warm, Semi-Bright Tone - EFT16 - Light, 12-53

**Brand:** d'addario
**Price:** € 36.24
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your acoustic vibe with strings that sing and bend like no other!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Warm, Semi-Bright Tone - EFT16 - Light, 12-53 by d'addario
- **How much does it cost?** € 36.24 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/49950410-guitar-strings-acoustic-guitar-strings-flat-tops-phosphor-bronze-6)

## Best For

- d'addario enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted d'addario brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Eco-Friendly & Rewarding Purchase:** Packaged in recyclable bags with Players Circle points—play sustainably and earn exclusive rewards.
- • **Warm, Balanced Tone Across Genres:** Phosphor bronze wrap ensures a rich, semi-bright acoustic voice perfect for fingerstyle, strumming, and everything in between.
- • **Precision Wound for Flawless Playability:** Flat Tops feature precision-wound phosphor bronze over a hex steel core, delivering smooth, consistent string feel and reduced fret noise.
- • **Crafted in the USA with Legendary Quality:** Manufactured in New York to exacting standards, these strings set the benchmark for acoustic excellence since the 1970s.
- • **Light Gauge for Effortless Bends & Comfort:** Extra light 12-53 gauge strings offer easy bending and a natural feel, ideal for transitioning classical players and fingerstyle pros.

## Overview

D'Addario EFT16 Flat Tops are light gauge (12-53) phosphor bronze acoustic guitar strings, precision wound over a hexagonal high-carbon steel core. Renowned for their warm, semi-bright tone and reduced fret noise, these strings offer exceptional playability and comfort, especially for fingerstyle and classical crossover players. Made in the USA with eco-conscious packaging, they continue D'Addario's legacy as the industry standard since the 1970s.

## Description

Buy D'Addario Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Warm, Semi-Bright Tone - EFT16 - Light, 12-53. Free delivery and returns on eligible orders.

Review: These could well be my acoustic strings for life - If you play finger-style or are moving from a classical guitar that has lighter, looser strings, these (extra light) strings are fabulous. Firstly, all the fret noise of standard acoustic strings is substantially reduced such that you can slide notes and hear the note changing, rather than the slide sound. Secondly, you can bend the strings like you can nylons (or electric guitar strings for that matter), and thirdly, the thinner neck width of an acoustic guitar takes a great deal of getting used to for classical guitar players, but these thin strings provide just enough extra room to avoid most of the fret buzz you get from accidentally touching against an adjacent string as you learn to be more precise (especially for finger-style), and lastly, to me these strings feel almost as comfortable and natural as classical strings; barre chords are just as easy, and they pick, pluck and strum in a more 'organic' way that finally makes acoustic guitar playing a joy for me.
Review: Pleasantly supprised - Well, what can I say, after years of using Elixir only I decided to give these a try because I once had an old bass guitar with tapewound strings so thought it would be nice on my accoustic guitar. Then it was just WOW! I have to say, I'm really happy with these strings, they are amazing. For me the sting noise is very reduced and I just love the tone of these strings on my guitar. They are really nice to sing along with, look good and feel good to the touch. For years I've always felt the Low E was dull on my guitar, these strings have made that issue disapear and it's really good now. I will not look back.

## Features

- PRECISION WOUND - Flat Tops are precision wound with phosphor bronze wrap wire over a hexagonal high-carbon steel core, then precision ground and polished.
- BALANCE & WARMTH - Phosphor Bronze wrap wire provides tried-and-true D’Addario acoustic tone, with beautiful balance and warmth suitable for all musical genres.
- THE NEW STANDARD -Now the standard in acoustic guitar strings, Phosphor Bronze strings were originally pioneered by D’Addario in the 1970s.
- EARN REWARD POINTS - D’Addario Flat Tops strings come with a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
- MADE IN THE USA – Our acoustic guitar strings are made in the USA—drawn to exacting specifications at our New York production facility.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0006IQN2U |
| Best Sellers Rank | 4,677 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 194 in Guitar Strings |
| Body Material | Bronze |
| Colour | Phosphor Bronze |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,361) |
| Date First Available | 18 May 2009 |
| Item Weight | 2.83 g |
| Item model number | EFT16 |
| Material Type | Steel |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Product Dimensions | 11.18 x 10.92 x 0.76 cm; 2.83 g |
| String Gauge | Light |
| String Material | Bronze |
| Styling | Wrap |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** D'Addario
- **Colour:** Phosphor Bronze
- **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar
- **String gauge:** Light
- **String material type:** Bronze

## Images

![Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Warm, Semi-Bright Tone - EFT16 - Light, 12-53 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81E5H-bAliL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: are they good for slide guitar**
A: possibly. there is certainly an absence of squeaking

**Q: I usually play d'addario phosphor bronze 11s. i want to try flat tops but have been told to drop a gauge from 11 to 10. is this right?**
A: I've switched all my electric guitars to flatwounds and gone down to 10's from my usual 11's, and in one case even went to 9's on my telecaster, however, I have to say I've not had much success/pleasure in switching any of my acoustics to flatwounds. I tried these 'Flat Tops' and I have to say was completely underwhelmed and switched back to coated phosphor bronze strings after a few days. Even new, they sounded dull in comparison to the old set of coated strings.

**Q: Are these ball end?**
A: Yes

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These could well be my acoustic strings for life
*by J***N on 9 September 2017*

If you play finger-style or are moving from a classical guitar that has lighter, looser strings, these (extra light) strings are fabulous. Firstly, all the fret noise of standard acoustic strings is substantially reduced such that you can slide notes and hear the note changing, rather than the slide sound. Secondly, you can bend the strings like you can nylons (or electric guitar strings for that matter), and thirdly, the thinner neck width of an acoustic guitar takes a great deal of getting used to for classical guitar players, but these thin strings provide just enough extra room to avoid most of the fret buzz you get from accidentally touching against an adjacent string as you learn to be more precise (especially for finger-style), and lastly, to me these strings feel almost as comfortable and natural as classical strings; barre chords are just as easy, and they pick, pluck and strum in a more 'organic' way that finally makes acoustic guitar playing a joy for me.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pleasantly supprised
*by R***R on 21 April 2020*

Well, what can I say, after years of using Elixir only I decided to give these a try because I once had an old bass guitar with tapewound strings so thought it would be nice on my accoustic guitar. Then it was just WOW! I have to say, I'm really happy with these strings, they are amazing. For me the sting noise is very reduced and I just love the tone of these strings on my guitar. They are really nice to sing along with, look good and feel good to the touch. For years I've always felt the Low E was dull on my guitar, these strings have made that issue disapear and it's really good now. I will not look back.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best
*by K***I on 15 August 2025*

Fabulous strings. I spent three years trying others in an attempt to find a better choice. Failed. Have returned to my first loves...

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*Last updated: 2026-02-13*