D'Addario XSM11540 XS Mandolin Phosphor Bronze Custom Medium 11.5-40

Born from our greatest breakthrough in string innovation, XS Phosphor Bronze strings have the longest life of any D’Addario mandolin string. The XS coating gives our warm, balanced phosphor bronze strings maximum life, with an uncommonly smooth feel. Made with a NY Steel core, phosphor bronze wrap wire and Fusion Twist technology, XS coated mandolin strings have incomparable break strength and tuning stability, in addition to their dramatically increased lifespan. 11.5-40 Custom Medium gauge strings provide more volume and resonance than Light strings, while still maintaining playability.

Features:

• XS Phosphor Bronze strings have the longest life of any D’Addario mandolin string, thanks to the ultra-thin XS film coating.
• Phosphor Bronze wrap wire provides tried-and-true D’Addario tone, with beautiful balance and warmth suitable for all musical genres.
• With a NY Steel core and Fusion Twist technology, XS Phosphor Bronze offers greater break strength and unmatched tuning stability—staying in tune 131% better than standard strings.
• XS Phosphor Bronze sets come with a code on the recyclable, resealable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
• XS coated acoustic strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility.