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The Elixir NANOWEB Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings in Custom Light .011-.052 are coated acoustic guitar strings sold here as a three set pack. Phosphor bronze wrap wire for warmth and sparkle, NANOWEB coating over the whole string, Anti-Rust Plated plain steels. Elixir part 16544X.
The most widely used acoustic string Elixir makes, in the gauge most players actually want.
Phosphor bronze is the default acoustic alloy for a reason. It gives you full bodied warmth underneath and enough high end sparkle on top that a strummed chord still opens up, without the brittle edge that 80/20 can bring on a bright guitar.
NANOWEB is the middle coating in Elixir's range, thin enough to stay out of the way of the tone and thick enough to seal the windings properly. On an acoustic that is where it earns its keep, because the wound strings carry most of the sound and they are the ones that go dead first.
Custom Light .011-.052 sits between Extra Light and Light. Comfortable under the fretting hand, easy on the bridge and top, and still enough tension for rhythm playing.
At a Glance
| Instrument | Acoustic guitar, 6 string |
| Wrap Wire | Phosphor bronze |
| Coating | NANOWEB, full string coverage |
| Plain Steels | Anti-Rust Plated |
| Gauge | Custom Light .011-.052 |
| Elixir Part | 16544X |
| Pack | Three full sets of 6 |
Who Is This Pack For?
Most acoustic players, honestly. Phosphor bronze in Custom Light is the safest single answer for a steel string acoustic, and buying three at a time is how anyone who gigs or records should be buying strings.
Should I Choose Phosphor Bronze or 80/20 Bronze?
Phosphor bronze if you want warmth and balance, or if your guitar is already bright. 80/20 if you want more top end zing and a scooped, ringing character. Phosphor bronze also holds its tone slightly longer in most hands.
What Comes in the Box?
Three individually sealed Elixir sets of six strings, all Custom Light .011-.052, in one retail carton.
Specifications
| Gauges | .011 .015 .022 .032 .042 .052 |
| Sets Per Pack | 3 |
Why Elixir Strings
Elixir is the only string maker that coats the entire string rather than just the wrap wire, which keeps sweat and debris out of the gaps between the windings where tone normally dies first. Anti-Rust Plating on the plain steels protects the rest of the set. The result is fewer string changes and a set that still sounds like itself weeks in.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these genuine Elixir Strings?
Yes. Victory is a veteran owned dealer in Miami and units ship new in original packaging, sealed by Elixir.
How does Custom Light compare to Light gauge?
Custom Light .011-.052 is one step lighter than Light .012-.053. Slightly easier to fret and bend, slightly less volume and low end. If you fingerpick or have a smaller bodied guitar it is often the better fit.
Are all three sets the same gauge?
Yes, all three are Custom Light .011-.052.
Will these work on a classical guitar?
No. Classical and flamenco guitars take nylon strings. Steel strings will damage a guitar built for nylon.
Why Buy From Victory Musical Instruments?
Victory Musical Instruments is an authorized Elixir dealer and a musician-run shop in Miami, FL. We stock what we actually sell, we answer the phone, and orders leave the same day when the item is on our shelf. Questions on gauge, tension or fit, call 844-687-4208 and talk to someone who plays.