D'Addario EJ36 12-String 80/20 Bronze Acoustic Strings - Light (10-47)

D'Addario's 80/20 Bronze 12-string set represents the brightest flavour in the manufacturer's acoustic line–a tonal philosophy established in the 1930s through collaboration between John D'Addario Sr. and luthier John D'Angelico. The high carbon steel core paired with 80/20 Bronze wrap wire delivers pronounced treble clarity and harmonic sparkle, making these strings a fixture on instruments requiring projection and presence without sacrificing depth.

The EJ36 Light gauge (10–47) represents D'Addario's most popular 12-string tension specification, balancing comfortable fret access against adequate volume and string response. Round-wound construction provides traditional feel and articulation across the full set, whilst the uncoated design eliminates dampening of the natural brightness these strings are engineered to produce. The geometry suits all 12-string acoustic platforms, from budget to boutique instruments, without requiring bridge or nut modification.

Light gauge strings demand slightly less left-hand pressure than medium or heavy alternatives, reducing finger fatigue during extended sessions whilst maintaining sufficient core stiffness for clean, separation-focused picking patterns. Recording applications benefit from the reduced body resonance distortion that lighter gauges naturally provide, particularly in close-mic'd bedroom and studio contexts where string noise can cloud the mix.

Features

• 12-string set with 10–47 Light gauge tension rating
• 80/20 Bronze wrap wire for bright, treble-forward acoustic tone
• High carbon steel core construction for durability and sustain
• Round-wound string profile for traditional feel and articulation
• Uncoated design maintains natural brightness without dampening
• Compatible with all standard 12-string acoustic guitar models
• Reduced playing tension ideal for comfort during extended sessions
• Designed for studio recording and live performance applications