Taylor
Grand Pacific 217e
Acoustic· Round-shoulder Taylor
Taylor's slope-shoulder dreadnought (Grand Pacific shape) with sapele back/sides — Taylor's answer to vintage Gibson J-45 voicing in the 200-series price tier.
Best strings for Taylor Grand Pacific 217e
Character-matched pairings, ordered by fit
Elixir
Nanoweb Phosphor Bronze
12–53 · $14.99
Slope-shoulder Taylor + Elixir = the 217e's voiced-around default combination.
Brightness7
Warmth7
Sustain7
Durability9
Playability6
Value8
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Martin
Authentic Acoustic SP
12–54 · $7.99
For players wanting more vintage J-45-style warmth on the Grand Pacific shape.
Brightness5
Warmth9
Sustain8
Durability4
Playability6
Value8
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D'Addario
EJ16 Phosphor Bronze
12–53 · $6.99
Budget alternative for daily-driver 217e use.
Brightness6
Warmth7
Sustain6
Durability4
Playability6
Value9
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More strings in this sonic family
Similar character, different brand or gauge
D'Addario
Nickel Bronze
12–53 · $10.99
Brightness7
Warmth7
Sustain6
Durability4
Playability6
Value9
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D'Addario
XS Phosphor Bronze
12–53 · $14.99
Brightness7
Warmth7
Sustain7
Durability9
Playability7
Value8
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Elixir
Nanoweb Phosphor Bronze Custom Light
11–52 · $14.99
Brightness7
Warmth7
Sustain7
Durability9
Playability7
Value7
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Rotosound
Tru-Bronze
12–54 · $7.99
Brightness8
Warmth5
Sustain5
Durability3
Playability6
Value7
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Ernie Ball
Aluminum Bronze
12–54 · $9.99
Brightness8
Warmth4
Sustain5
Durability4
Playability6
Value8
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