Crafted specifically for musicians seeking the perfect balance between warmth and playability, Silk and Steel strings represent a unique approach to acoustic guitar tone. These strings feature an innovative construction combining silk and steel in the core, wrapped with silver-plated copper windings that produce an exceptionally mellow sound character.
The reduced tension design makes these strings particularly well-suited to parlour guitars and vintage instruments, where gentler string pull helps preserve the integrity of older woods and bracing. Folk musicians often gravitate towards the softened tonal qualities that Silk & Steel strings provide, finding them ideal for both strumming and intricate fingerstyle techniques.
This 11-47 Light gauge set offers comfortable playability while maintaining the warm, rich tone that defines the Silk & Steel range. The lower string tension also minimises finger noise during performance, making them an excellent choice for recording sessions and intimate acoustic performances where clarity and warmth are paramount.
- The tone and feel of Silk & Steel is ideal for parlour guitars and vintage instruments
- With their low tension and reduced finger noise, Silk & Steel sets are incredibly warm and mellow, great for fingerstyle playing
- Silk & Steel strings are made with silver-plated copper windings, over a combination silk and steel core
- D’Addario Silk & Steel strings come with a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points
- The acoustic guitar strings are made in the USA
- Coating: Uncoated
- Number Of Strings: 6
- Set Type: Sets
- Wrap Material: Silver-Plated Copper



