D'Addario PB026 Guitar string

D'Addario PB026 — A Single Phosphor Bronze String for Acoustic Guitar

The D'Addario PB026 is a single replacement string for acoustic guitar, wound in phosphor bronze over a hex-shaped high-carbon steel core. Pioneered by D'Addario in 1974, the Phosphor Bronze line has become synonymous with warm, well-balanced acoustic tone, and this single string carries that same voicing into any set that needs a .026" replacement. Whether a player breaks one string mid-gig or wants to mix gauges for a heavier low end or a lighter top, the PB026 drops into a standard acoustic bridge without modification. Round-wound construction preserves the bright attack and long sustain that have made this series a best-seller for decades.

Technical Specifications

• Gauge: .026" / 0.66 mm
• Material: Phosphor Bronze wrap over hex steel core
• Winding Type: Round Wound
• Ending: Ball End
• Finish: Coated
• Number of Strings: 1
• Compatible With: Acoustic Guitar

Who Is It For

The PB026 is the right choice for acoustic guitar players who need a single replacement string at .026" gauge without buying a full set. It suits players who want to customize their string gauges — stepping up to a heavier low G for dropped tunings, or mixing in a lighter high D for easier bending — while keeping the consistent phosphor bronze voicing across the guitar. The ball-end format fits any standard acoustic bridge with pin-style string anchoring, and the coated finish helps resist corrosion from sweat and humidity during regular playing. Made in D'Addario's New York production facility, this single string carries the same build quality as the full Phosphor Bronze sets that artists like Chris Stapleton and Jackson Browne have relied on for years.