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Brand	D'Addario
String Gauge	Light
Color	Silver
Instrument	Banjo
String Material Type	Stainless Steel

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XT strings feature an extended lifespan treatment on every string in the set, preserving the natural tone and feel of uncoated strings
High carbon steel wire and Fusion twist technologies deliver unrivaled tuning stability and break resistance. Strings stay in tune 131% better than traditional strings!
Strings last at least 4 times longer than traditional uncoated strings
The inner packaging features a re-sealable zip closure, for ease of opening as well as storage of unused strings
Every set includes a players circle Code for product identification, registration, and authentication. Players can collect points to get rewarded with D 'Addario products and merchandise

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Item Weight

0.7 ounces

Product Dimensions

4.33 x 0.98 x 4.8 inches

Country of Origin

USA

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B07TCR63LB

Item model number

XTJ1020

Customer Reviews

4.5 451 ratings

4.5 out of 5 stars

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#6,280 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
#9 in Banjo Accessories

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Date First Available

August 1, 2019

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Silver

String Gauge

Light

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Stainless Steel

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XT banjo stainless steel strings feature an extended lifespan treatment on every single string in the set, preserving the natural tone and feel of uncoated strings. Available in custom light and custom medium light gauges. Addario XT strings combine high carbon steel cores with an extended lifespan treatment on every string in the set, giving you enhanced break resistance, pitch stability, and long-lasting performance – All while preserving the tone and feel of your favorite uncoated strings. These strings are made to stay, for performance that never fades away.

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D'ADDARIO BANJO STRINGS

D’Addario banjo strings are made from the highest quality high-carbon steel and wrap materials, available in XT coated and traditional uncoated wire in a wide variety of gauges. We have a string for every player ranging from brighter alloys like stainless and nickel-plated steel to warmer alloys like phosphor bronze.

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High carbon steel
Loop end construction for universal fit
Designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA
Corrosion resistant packaging for strings that are always fresh

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	Stainless Steel	XT Stainless Steel	Nickel Plated Steel	XT Nickel Plated Steel	Phosphor Bronze
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Customer Reviews	5,004	451	5,004	451	5,004
Price	$5.99	—	$4.29	—	$6.99
Coating	Uncoated	XT Coated	Uncoated	XT Coated	Uncoated
Tuning	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Number of Strings	5	5	5	5	5

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Light weight	3.5	4.8	4.3	4.3	4.3	4.3
Value for money	3.4	4.7	4.2	4.2	4.2	4.2
Easy to install	3.1	4.4	4.2	4.2	4.2	4.2
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instrument	Banjo	Banjo	Banjo	Banjo	Banjo	Banjo
string material	Stainless Steel	—	Nickel Plated	Nickel Plated	Nickel Plated	Nickel Plated
string gauge	Light	Medium	Light	Light	Medium	Medium

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4.5 out of 5

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Customers like the value and sound quality of the musical instrument strings. For example, they mention that they're good value for the money, and have a great tone for clawhammer banjo. That said, opinions are mixed on the quality.

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6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the musical instrument strings. They mention that they sound good, bright enough for home, and clear. Some say that the sound is relatively quiet when they're playing clawhammer banjo.

"They sound good" Read more

"Very nice and inexpensive strings. They have a great tone for clawhammer banjo. Highly recommend." Read more

"...The sound was bright enough for home but still a bit muddy, so that combined with the evident weakness, I won't be buying this particular style again." Read more

"...I do wipe my strings after each playing session. They looked great, sounded great but which is why I’m leaving two stars...." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the musical instrument strings. They say it's good value for the money.

"...but I thought I'd give these a shot since they're normally less expensive...." Read more

"Very nice and inexpensive strings. They have a great tone for clawhammer banjo. Highly recommend." Read more

"Good strings for a good price." Read more

"Good value for the money..." Read more

18 customers mention11 positive7 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the musical instrument strings. Some mention they are always consistent, good, and fragile. Others say that they broke within a day of installation, are very fragile, and lack some of the snap they're used to.

"...on the price, or if you prefer the all-in-one packaging, these are good strings and a valid alternative to Elixir strings." Read more

"...a new set on and before I could even get it tuned, the 2nd string loop immediately broke...." Read more

"Always consistent quality from D’addario, great easy shipping and payment. Will order again" Read more

"Very nice and inexpensive strings. They have a great tone for clawhammer banjo. Highly recommend." Read more

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Robert g lerner

Good value for the money

Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2024

Size: Medium, 10-23Style: Nickel Plated SteelVerified Purchase

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Jim Larsen

Sounds Good

Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2024

Size: Custom Medium Light, 10-20Style: Stainless SteelVerified Purchase

Every maker has their own definition of light gauge. These medium/ light strings are lighter than Deering lights. Banjos like light strings, and these fit the bill.

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Steven meadows

They work

Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2024

Size: Medium, 10-23Style: Nickel Plated SteelVerified Purchase

They sound good

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Banjo Batman

A little dull.

Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2022

Size: Medium, 10-23Style: Nickel Plated SteelVerified Purchase

I usually use Elixir coated strings, but I thought I'd give these a shot since they're normally less expensive. I play outdoors often, so I really prefer coated strings since they resist the deadening that often happens with humidity and don't pick up the dirt as easily. These strings seem strong enough, but they lack some of the "snap" I'm used to. They basically sound like a well-broken-in string from the moment you put them on. The packaging can be a pro, or a con depending on what you expect. They are all in a sealed plastic package, not individual paper wrappers like many other strings. They use color-coded "flags" (for lack of a better term) that make it somewhat difficult to determine which string is which gauge. There's a chart on the package telling you which color denotes which gauge, but that's not as easy as just reading an envelope. Overall, depending on the price, or if you prefer the all-in-one packaging, these are good strings and a valid alternative to Elixir strings.

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Share the Health Cambodia

Excellent quality great sound

Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2024

Size: Medium, 10-23Style: Nickel Plated SteelVerified Purchase

Always consistent quality from D’addario, great easy shipping and payment. Will order again

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Shad

Outstanding Strings

Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2023

Size: Medium, 10-23Style: Nickel Plated SteelVerified Purchase

Very nice and inexpensive strings. They have a great tone for clawhammer banjo. Highly recommend.

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Linda Boyd

Great

Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2021

Size: Medium, 10-23Style: Nickel Plated SteelVerified Purchase

Very Fast Shipping, Good Product

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Miguel Grosfoguel

Repuesto.

Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2021

Size: Light, 09-20Style: Nickel Plated SteelVerified Purchase

Cuerdas de repuesto en caso que se partan. No he sbierto el paquete aún.

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Stephen A G Peters

Snap, Crackle, Pop!

Reviewed in Canada on February 14, 2021

Size: Custom Light, 9.5-20Style: Stainless SteelVerified Purchase

Normally I string my smaller-scale custom banjo with Elixir Polyweb light gauge strings. None were available locally or on Amazon, so I decided to try the D'Addario XT custom lights. They are overpowering for such a banjo and bowed the neck. That said, I have offered them to two banjo buddies because... wow!... when these strings are picked, let me tell you, all the Rice Crispy characters show up - snap! - crackle! - pop! Had I not sold my prewar Gibson in March I'd have put them on that old #2 5-string and probably wished there was a volume knob. :^)~ Impressive, but unfortunately, not suitable for my instrument. S Peters

Shivkumar

Now Bulbul Tarang will produce quality sound...😊

Reviewed in India on July 9, 2021

Size: Medium, 10-23Style: Nickel Plated SteelVerified Purchase

I'm using it for my aucastic banjo (Bulbul tarang), it works superb. Many experts told me it won't work for this instrument but I am happy and replaced all strings with PI00xx series of this brand.

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Sonorité extraordinaire

Reviewed in Canada on June 3, 2023

Size: Light, 09-20Style: Nickel Plated SteelVerified Purchase

C'est la première fois que j'utilise ses cordes,😳 la sonorité extraordinaire et remarquable 🤩Ce n'est plus le même instrument🪕💯😎🏆
Je vous le conseille fortement

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Shawn

Great stings beautiful sound

Reviewed in Canada on November 12, 2020

Size: Medium, 10-23Style: Nickel Plated SteelVerified Purchase

I have a 5 string pyle banjo and two strings broke, I have no experience replacing strings so i thought i should get these as it states they are stronger. It took me 15 minutes but i didn't snap them (i thought i would) it sounds so good, better than the regular strings it came with. Buy these don't hesitate!

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Michael M Hore

Bright sound

Reviewed in Canada on January 20, 2022

Size: Medium, 10-23Style: Nickel Plated SteelVerified Purchase

I put my new strings on last night. Wow great sound. Now need volume control to quiet it down ;)

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