Detail 01
High-carbon steel
Produces the bright, crisp tone and note definition described for this string.
Product detailSKU #1500000424670
D'AddarioXS Plain Steel Singles 0.016
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 0.016 D'Addario XS Plain Steel single for replacing one string or assembling a custom guitar set. Its high-carbon steel construction is voiced for a bright, crisp response with clear note definition. The corrosion-resistant wrap wire is designed to help preserve that clarity over time, while the XS design targets tuning stability and intonation when playing gets aggressive.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a single 0.016 string without buying a complete set.
- Building a custom guitar string combination one gauge at a time.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who need a preselected, complete guitar string set.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Corrosion-resistant wrap wire
Helps the string retain clarity and resist dulling over time.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is an individual 0.016 string; select the gauge needed for your custom set or replacement.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this a full string set?
No. It is one D'Addario XS Plain Steel single in 0.016 gauge.
02What is it designed to sound like?
It is designed for a bright, crisp tone with defined notes.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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