My old fingers cant manage heavier gage strings anymore. anybody happy with "extra lights" 10-47's ? is the ease of play worth the loss in tone?

You might try silk and phosphor 11- 47. They play easily while maintaining the more traditional tone. .115 - 47 silk and steel play well but are very mellow tonally. Alot has to do with the guitar itself and of course personal preference. Additionally, you may have to set the guitar up again. The strings will ride slightly lower in the saddle and nut. And they will not pull the neck as much. No easy way other than trial and error. I have 17 acoustics and have tried several sets on each guitar before settling on what I like on that particular guitar. Only 2 of the 17 uses the same strings. Good luck.

Anyone using these for fingerstyle blues? What do you think of them?

I only play fingerstyle, and I play blues, jazz, pop...I LOVE these strings. If you're not plugged in you may notice a little less volume. Nothing drastic. They sound a bit more "warm." Slides are sweet. They're not that expensive. (I have used another brand that cost something like $30. They are a little nicer, but I can't afford that luxury all the time.) Try a set. Your fingers will thank you.

Is the core in of the d'addario eft15 round core?

Down in the product details at the bottom of the page -- "D'Addario Phosphor Bronze strings are precision wound with corrosion-resistant phosphor bronze onto a carefully drawn, hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core. " Note the "hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core" so NOT a round core.

Wait a second, the title for the item is flattened, the description page says roundwound, and one of the answers says they are halfwound. Which is it?

They are flattened. Flat round is a different type of string. Basically its like the small humps of the round string are ground down .

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D'Addario Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Warm, Semi-Bright Tone - EFT16 - Light, 12-53

D'Addario Guitar Strings - Acoustic Guitar Strings - Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze - For 6 String Guitar - Warm, Semi-Bright Tone - EFT16 - Light, 12-53

Product ID: 1371901

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Brand
D'Addario
Color
Bronze
Instrument
Acoustic
String Gauge
Light
String Material Type
Phosphor

🌿Eco-friendly recyclable packaging

🎸Precision wound phosphor bronze

⚙️Hex core, polished smooth

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Description

🎶 Elevate your acoustic vibe with strings that sound as sharp as your style.

EARN WHILE YOU PLAY - Register your strings to collect Players Circle points—because great tone deserves rewards.
LIGHT GAUGE PLAYABILITY - 12-53 gauge offers the perfect blend of ease and tonal clarity for all playing styles.
MADE IN THE USA QUALITY - Crafted with exacting standards in New York for consistent, reliable performance every set.
STUDIO READY SMOOTHNESS - Precision ground & polished flat tops reduce finger noise for flawless recording sessions.
BALANCED WARMTH BRIGHTNESS - Phosphor bronze wrap delivers the iconic D’Addario tone—rich warmth with a semi-bright edge.

D’Addario EFT16 Flat Tops are light gauge (12-53) phosphor bronze acoustic guitar strings featuring a precision ground and polished flat top design that significantly reduces finger noise. Made in the USA with a hexagonal high-carbon steel core and phosphor bronze wrap, these strings deliver a warm, semi-bright tone ideal for recording, slide playing, and all musical genres. Packaged in eco-friendly recyclable bags with a code to earn Players Circle rewards, they set the industry standard for quality and consistency.

Specifications

ASIN	B0006IQN2U
Best Sellers Rank	#2,650 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #45 in Acoustic Guitar Strings
Body Material Type	Phosphor Bronze
Brand Name	D'Addario
Color	Bronze
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (708)
Finish Type	Polished
Global Trade Identification Number	00019954121235
Included Components	6 guitar strings
Instrument	Acoustic Guitar
Item Type Name	Acoustic Upright Bass
Item Weight	0.1 Ounces
Manufacturer	D'Addario &Co. Inc
Manufacturer Part Number	EFT16
Material Type	Phosphor Bronze
Model Name	EFT16
Model Number	EFT16
Recommended Uses For Product	Acoustic Guitar
Set Name	EFT16
Sound Profile	Warm, Semi-Bright
String Gauge	Light
String Material Type	Phosphor Bronze
UPC	019954121235
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