Best strings for Taylor Academy 12
Character-matched pairings, ordered by fit
D'Addario
EJ10 80/20 Bronze
10–47 · $6.49
Ultra-light 10-47 makes Academy 12 easier on beginner fingers.
Brightness8
Warmth4
Sustain5
Durability3
Playability8
Value8
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Elixir
Nanoweb Phosphor Bronze Custom Light
11–52 · $14.99
Custom Light Elixir on Academy 12 — soft feel + long life for beginners.
Brightness7
Warmth7
Sustain7
Durability9
Playability7
Value7
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D'Addario
XT 80/20 Bronze Coated
12–53 · $13.99
Brighter coated 80/20 for Academy 12 students wanting extra sparkle.
Brightness8
Warmth5
Sustain6
Durability9
Playability7
Value8
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Elixir
Nanoweb Phosphor Bronze
12–53 · $14.99
Coated PB extends life for beginners who won't change strings frequently.
Brightness7
Warmth7
Sustain7
Durability9
Playability6
Value8
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D'Addario
EJ16 Phosphor Bronze
12–53 · $6.99
EJ16 on Academy 12 — Taylor student guitar at Taylor reference PB.
Brightness6
Warmth7
Sustain6
Durability4
Playability6
Value9
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