DR Rare Phosphor Bronze Light Acoustic Guitar Strings (12-54)
Overview & Tone DR Rare RPML-12 strings deliver a warm, deep, and commanding acoustic voice paired with a slinkier, low-tension playing feel under the fingers. Hand-wound with premium phosphor bronze wrap wire over precision hexagonal steel cores, these strings produce round, powerful bass, focused midrange punch, and articulate trebles that never sound brittle or harsh. The proprietary low-tension design makes fretting, clean chording, and fingerstyle articulation feel effortless while still driving the soundboard with impressive volume and long, natural sustain.
Fit & Gauge Advantage
Standard Light 12-54 gauge offers the ideal balance of projection, dynamic headroom, and fretting comfort.
Handcrafted low-tension build softens the tactile stiffness typical of traditional 12-gauge sets, reducing hand fatigue without sacrificing tone.
Versatile choice across all 6-string acoustic body styles, offering full low-end punch for dreadnoughts and rich harmonic warmth for OM and parlour instruments.
Specifications
Brand: DR Strings
Series: Rare Phosphor Bronze
Model: RPML-12 (Light)
Gauge Range: .012, .016, .024w, .032w, .042w, .054w
Wrap Material: Phosphor Bronze
Core Wire: Hexagonal Steel Core
String Length: 38"
End Type: Standard Ball End
Number of Strings: 6
Country of Origin: USA (Handmade in Westwood, NJ)
