D'Addario PB017 Guitar string

Phosphor Bronze Single String for Acoustic Guitar

The D'Addario PB017 is a single replacement string from the Phosphor Bronze Wound Singles line, purpose-built for six-string acoustic guitars. It carries the same wrap material and construction as the strings in D'Addario's full sets, so it slots in seamlessly when one string breaks or when a player wants to swap a plain G for a wound .017 to suit a particular tuning or playing style. The phosphor bronze wrap produces a warm, bright, well-balanced acoustic voice with crisp highs and rich overtones. Because it is sold as a single string rather than a full set, it is the most economical way to replace one worn or broken string without buying a whole new pack.

Technical Specifications

• Gauge: .017" / 0.43 mm
• Material: Phosphor Bronze
• Core: Steel (hex-shaped)
• Winding: Round Wound
• Ending: Ball End
• Finish: Coated
• Number of Strings: 1
• Compatible With: Acoustic Guitar
• Made in: USA

Who It's For

Acoustic guitar players who need a single replacement string in .017 gauge or who want to build a custom set by mixing gauges will find the PB017 a straightforward solution. It works well for fingerstyle, flatpicking, and strumming players who prefer the warm, balanced character of phosphor bronze over brighter 80/20 bronze. The .017 gauge is commonly used as a wound G string on lighter-gauge sets, making this single ideal for players experimenting with wound-G setups or heavier tunings. All D'Addario strings are designed and manufactured in the USA at the company's New York production facility.