D'Addario BW052 Kitarrikeel

80/20 Bronze Acoustic Guitar Single String — Bright, Crisp Replacement

The D'Addario BW052 is a single .052" acoustic guitar string from the 80/20 Bronze Wound Singles series, designed as a replacement string or for building custom string sets. Made with nickel-plated steel wrap wire in a round-wound construction, this string delivers the extra-bright tone mixed with deep, projecting bottom end that defines the 80/20 Bronze alloy. The 80/20 Bronze formula was co-created by John D'Addario Sr. and John D'Angelico in the 1930s, making it the original acoustic string alloy and a favorite among recording engineers and traditionalists. As a single-string purchase, it solves the common problem of replacing one worn or broken bass string without buying a full set.

Technical Specifications

• Number of Strings: 1
• Gauge: .052" / 1.32 mm
• Material: Nickel-Plated Steel
• Winding Type: Round Wound
• Finish: Coated
• Compatible With: Acoustic Guitar
• Set: 1 single string
• Country of Manufacture: USA (New York production facility)

Who This String Is For

Acoustic guitar players who need a single replacement bass string at .052" gauge without purchasing a full set will find this string fits the bill. It suits players who prefer the bright, crisp, projecting tone of 80/20 bronze — a sound favored in recording studios and by traditionalists who value the historical character of the original acoustic string alloy. This single string also works for guitarists building custom gauge sets, allowing them to mix and match individual strings to achieve a personalized tension and feel. All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA at the company's New York production facility.