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product_id: 48055423
title: "Elixir 16052 Strings Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings w NANOWEB Coating, Light (.012-.053)"
brand: "elixir"
price: "R$399"
currency: BRL
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reviews_count: 12
category: "Elixir"
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# Phosphor Bronze Wrap - Rich Tone Light Gauge .012-.053 - Balanced Playability NANOWEB Ultra-Thin Coating - Corrosion Defense Elixir 16052 Strings Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings w NANOWEB Coating, Light (.012-.053)

**Brand:** elixir
**Price:** R$399
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your sound, outlast the rest — strings that keep pace with your passion.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Elixir 16052 Strings Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings w NANOWEB Coating, Light (.012-.053) by elixir
- **How much does it cost?** R$399 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- elixir enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Unmatched Longevity:** Patented NANOWEB coating extends tone life 3-5x longer than standard strings—play more, replace less.
- • **Pro-Approved Reliability:** Trusted by working musicians worldwide for consistent manufacturing quality and responsive customer care.
- • **Crystal Clear, Balanced Sound:** Phosphor bronze wrap delivers a rich, full-bodied tone with sparkling high-end clarity that stands out in any jam.
- • **Authentic Texture, Zero Compromise:** Ultra-thin NANOWEB coating preserves the natural 'uncoated' feel, so you get protection without losing that classic touch.
- • **Featherlight Feel, Maximum Control:** Light gauge strings (.012-.053) offer the perfect blend of bendability and tension for effortless playability.

## Overview

Elixir 16052 Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings feature a patented ultra-thin NANOWEB coating that protects against corrosion, extending tone life 3-5 times longer than uncoated strings. Crafted with phosphor bronze wrap wire and a light gauge (.012-.053), these strings deliver a rich, balanced tone with sparkling clarity and a natural feel, making them a top choice for professional and passionate acoustic players alike.

## Description

Durable phosphor bronze strings with ultra-thin NANOWEB coating deliver rich, full-bodied tone and sparkling clarity. Protects against corrosion for extended tone life.

Review: Good strings good tone - My go to strings robust and long lasting and for me they sound fine , I like the 11s bendy enough but not to heavy or loose
Review: Tired of people talking rubbish about these little beauties - Here are some truths about strings in general: all guitarists have their own taste when it comes to string tone, and different people like different things. Different guitars, too, mean that the same type of string can sound different from one instrument to another, and so it's only really possible to make general recommendations about them regarding the sound. Other qualities, however, (manufacturing standards, longevity, consistency...) can be commented on more clearly but still only with reference to an individual's experience, which may differ from the experiences of others. With this is mind, here's what I think. I've been a working musician for ten years. I've tried most of the leading string brands available to acoustic players in the UK, and right now I think these phosphor bronze Elixirs are pretty much unbeatable. The old coating was rubbish, as were the old bronze strings without the phosphor in, but these, with the thinner coating and different alloy, are ACE. The tone is something you'll have to decide upon for yourself, but I find them rich, balanced, with a sweet harmonic brightness and no heavy points in their range. They're 95% as sweet and true as the (rightly very popular) uncoated D'Addario phosphor bronze in terms of tone, sweeter and brighter than the coated D'Addario EXPs (although EXPs are better now than they've ever been - give them a go some time), and here's the big point of them; they hold the tone for an AGE. Don't be misled - if for some reason you don't like the tone when you put them on, you never will. They break every bit as easily as any other string. They're every bit as likely to fail due to manufacturing fault - no better, no worse. BUT those things are true of ALL strings, and if you don't beat them to snapping point with hamfisted technique (brutal strummers don't waste your money - you're not going to get any string to last with those heavy hands, might as well buy good uncoated ones you can replace individually) then you'll get, as it says on the box, at least 3 to 5 times the life span out of these than you would from uncoated strings before they start to sound worn and dull, probably more. And that is the point. I've actually repaired broken Elixirs when they snap at the bridge by retying them to the ball-end and pulling the untrimmed string down through the tuning peg, and they still sound sweet enough to get away with. So overall: coated strings may not be for you (expensive, break just as easily as uncoated, ARE NOT SOLD SINGLY remember), but if you want excellent tone that lasts then you can't do better than these. P.S. The one time in all those years I had a new string fail as I was tuning it up, I emailed a picture of it to Elixir directly and they replied within two days, apologised and sent me a new string and some daft little free bits and pieces - polishing cloth, plectrum and what have you. Nice customer service touch from an excellent company.

## Features

- Acoustic guitar strings constructed with phosphor bronze wrap wire
- Played for a dynamic balance of rich, full-bodied tone and sparkling high-end clarity
- Ultra-thin NANOWEB Coating provides a traditionally textured, “uncoated” feel
- Our patented coating technology protects against common corrosion, extending tone life longer than any other brand’s coated or uncoated strings (Elixir Strings player survey)
- Light gauge: .012 .016 .024 .032 .042 .053

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000A6ASSS |
| Best Sellers Rank | 21 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 6 in Guitar Strings |
| Body Material | Phosphorus Bronze |
| Colour | 92/8 Phosphor Bronze |
| Connector | No plug |
| Country Produced In | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (29,451) |
| Date First Available | 9 Oct. 2008 |
| Item Weight | 5.66 g |
| Item model number | 16052 |
| Material Type | Phosphor Bronze |
| Musical Style | pop |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Product Dimensions | 1.52 x 10.41 x 11.94 cm; 5.67 g |
| Region of Origin | Central America |
| Size | Light (12-53) |
| String Gauge | Light |
| String Material | Phosphor Bronze |
| Styling | Wrap |
| Voltage | 240 Volts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Elixir
- **Colour:** 92/8 Phosphor Bronze
- **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar
- **String gauge:** Light
- **String material type:** Phosphor Bronze

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Which sets have  a plain G string?**
A: On the acoustic set I have the third string is wound. On sets for electric guitar the third string is plain.

**Q: Can I use the phosphor bronze hd lights on a electric guitar?**
A: No the HD lights are designed for acoustic guitars

**Q: Is there 3 sets of strings in this pack.. 9 altogether**
A: Oooops….Sorry!! There are 3 x packs of 12-53guage 6 string sets.  Seems like a good buy as these are for acoustic guitars which need replacing fairly regularly.

**Q: Would these strings suit a dreadnaught guitar? I'm looking for a warm, rich tone.**
A: Absolutely, depending on the model of guitar, the 12`s are excellent, if you have a Martin D28 the 13's give a deeper and louder sound. They may be expensive but they are excellent, beware of buying in eBay there are some fakers out there.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good strings good tone
*by W***S on 9 October 2025*

My go to strings robust and long lasting and for me they sound fine , I like the 11s bendy enough but not to heavy or loose

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Tired of people talking rubbish about these little beauties
*by H***H on 11 February 2011*

Here are some truths about strings in general: all guitarists have their own taste when it comes to string tone, and different people like different things. Different guitars, too, mean that the same type of string can sound different from one instrument to another, and so it's only really possible to make general recommendations about them regarding the sound. Other qualities, however, (manufacturing standards, longevity, consistency...) can be commented on more clearly but still only with reference to an individual's experience, which may differ from the experiences of others. With this is mind, here's what I think. I've been a working musician for ten years. I've tried most of the leading string brands available to acoustic players in the UK, and right now I think these phosphor bronze Elixirs are pretty much unbeatable. The old coating was rubbish, as were the old bronze strings without the phosphor in, but these, with the thinner coating and different alloy, are ACE. The tone is something you'll have to decide upon for yourself, but I find them rich, balanced, with a sweet harmonic brightness and no heavy points in their range. They're 95% as sweet and true as the (rightly very popular) uncoated D'Addario phosphor bronze in terms of tone, sweeter and brighter than the coated D'Addario EXPs (although EXPs are better now than they've ever been - give them a go some time), and here's the big point of them; they hold the tone for an AGE. Don't be misled - if for some reason you don't like the tone when you put them on, you never will. They break every bit as easily as any other string. They're every bit as likely to fail due to manufacturing fault - no better, no worse. BUT those things are true of ALL strings, and if you don't beat them to snapping point with hamfisted technique (brutal strummers don't waste your money - you're not going to get any string to last with those heavy hands, might as well buy good uncoated ones you can replace individually) then you'll get, as it says on the box, at least 3 to 5 times the life span out of these than you would from uncoated strings before they start to sound worn and dull, probably more. And that is the point. I've actually repaired broken Elixirs when they snap at the bridge by retying them to the ball-end and pulling the untrimmed string down through the tuning peg, and they still sound sweet enough to get away with. So overall: coated strings may not be for you (expensive, break just as easily as uncoated, ARE NOT SOLD SINGLY remember), but if you want excellent tone that lasts then you can't do better than these. P.S. The one time in all those years I had a new string fail as I was tuning it up, I emailed a picture of it to Elixir directly and they replied within two days, apologised and sent me a new string and some daft little free bits and pieces - polishing cloth, plectrum and what have you. Nice customer service touch from an excellent company.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A good sound
*by B***T on 11 January 2026*

very nice strings

## Frequently Bought Together

- Elixir Strings, Acoustic Guitar Strings, Phosphor Bronze with NANOWEB Coating, Longest-Lasting Rich and Full Tone with Comfortable Feel, 6 String Set, Light 12-53
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*Last updated: 2026-03-01*