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85/15 Bronze · Phosphor Bronze

D'Addario EZ920 vs D'Addario XT Phosphor Bronze

D'Addario EZ920 or D'Addario XT Phosphor Bronze? Both were recorded on the same guitar, by the same guitarist, in the same take. Press play on one, switch to the other while it plays, and decide with your ears. On paper the two sets differ in material (85/15 Bronze vs Phosphor Bronze), gauge (.012–.054 (Medium Light) vs .012–.053 (Light)), coating (Uncoated vs XT extended-life treatment), core (Hex core vs NY steel hex core).

Specifications

D'Addario EZ920D'Addario XT Phosphor Bronze
Material85/15 BronzePhosphor Bronze
Gauge.012–.054 (Medium Light).012–.053 (Light)
CoatingUncoatedXT extended-life treatment
CoreHex coreNY steel hex core
Made inUSAUSA

How to run the comparison

The player above starts with the two sets in the A/B slots. Press play, then tap the other slot (or the A and B keys on a keyboard): the phrase continues from the same point. Try all five styles, and use the blind test if you want to forget which is which.

Where to buy

D'Addario EZ920D'Addario XT Phosphor Bronze

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D'Addario EZ920 · D'Addario XT Phosphor Bronze