Fender
CD-60S
Acoustic· Budget Fender
Fender CD-60S — the most-bought beginner acoustic in the US market. Solid spruce top at entry pricing, consistent Fender QC.
Best strings for Fender CD-60S
Character-matched pairings, ordered by fit
Fender
Dura-Tone 860CL Coated
12–52 · $8.99
Fender brand coated for CD-60S owners staying in Fender ecosystem.
Brightness6
Warmth6
Sustain6
Durability8
Playability6
Value7
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Martin
Marquis Silk & Steel
11–47 · $8.99
Silk & Steel for beginner CD-60S players — easiest on developing fingers.
Brightness4
Warmth8
Sustain5
Durability4
Playability9
Value8
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Martin
Authentic Acoustic SP
12–54 · $7.99
Martin SP upgrade path for CD-60S students developing ear.
Brightness5
Warmth9
Sustain8
Durability4
Playability6
Value8
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D'Addario
EJ16 Phosphor Bronze
12–53 · $6.99
Budget EJ16 matches CD-60S entry-level pricing — good starter PB for beginners.
Brightness6
Warmth7
Sustain6
Durability4
Playability6
Value9
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More strings in this sonic family
Similar character, different brand or gauge
Newtone
Heritage Acoustic
12–54 · $14.99
Brightness6
Warmth9
Sustain8
Durability6
Playability7
Value6
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D'Addario
ETB92 Phosphor Bronze Baritone
13–62 · $9.99
Brightness4
Warmth7
Sustain8
Durability5
Playability3
Value7
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John Pearse
600L Phosphor Bronze
12–53 · $10.99
Brightness7
Warmth8
Sustain8
Durability5
Playability7
Value6
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Elixir
Nanoweb 80/20 Bronze
12–53 · $13.99
Brightness8
Warmth5
Sustain6
Durability9
Playability6
Value8
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Martin
MA540 Custom Light
11–52 · $7.49
Brightness7
Warmth8
Sustain7
Durability5
Playability8
Value8
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D'Addario
EJ17 Medium Phosphor Bronze
13–56 · $7.99
Brightness6
Warmth7
Sustain8
Durability4
Playability3
Value9
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