{"product_id":"daddario-xsapb1253jc-jacob-collier-5-string-xs-phosphor-bronze-12-53-acoustic-guitar-strings","title":"D'Addario XS Jacob Collier Taylor 5-String 12-53 Acoustic Guitar Strings","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a set of signature D'Addario XS phosphor bronze coated 5‑string acoustic guitar strings, developed with Jacob Collier and Taylor Guitars to support a unique symmetrical tuning. \u003cstrong\u003eJacob Collier tuning: DAEAD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"This is not just a niche artist product. It's a powerful conversation starter on innovation: alternative tunings, extended lifespan, and premium feel. A perfect recommendation for players looking to push creative boundaries while keeping reliability and tone at the highest level.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJacob Collier is an English singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, producer and educator, known for his energetic live performances. In 2025, Taylor Guitars launched his signature model – a 5-string, custom-tuning guitar strung with XS from the factory. There are now 3 different 5-string Jacob Collier Taylor models:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJC Academy 22e 5-String\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJC GS Mini 5-String\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJC USA Signature Model Koa 5-String\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout XS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tone is \u003cstrong\u003erich\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003efull\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eclear\u003c\/strong\u003e. The feel is smooth and refined. The intonation and tuning is perfect. And, they last an excessively long time!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXS coating is an ultra-thin film that is wound over the entire string and then heated-fused to the windings to create a protective barrier. This barrier keeps out contaminants while also providing a \u003cstrong\u003esmooth, clean feel that is beautiful to play\u003c\/strong\u003e. The XS coating is more tonally transparent with less acoustic dampening than any other. XS plains are nickel-plated and then dispersion coated to match!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD’Addario XS is the amalgamation of decades of string making advancements, utilising the best technology, and highest-quality materials available. D’Addario has produced an incredibly long-lasting set of strings which have an engineered tone able to enhance any guitar they’re used on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD’Addario XS is currently unparalleled in all aspects: tone, stability, strength, consistency, longevity, and class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThings to note:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNY Steel hex core for greater break strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFusion Twist for unmatched tuning stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium phosphor bronze wrap wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll wound strings are completely coated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e‘Plain’ strings are nickel-plated and coated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLess acoustic dampening than any other coated string\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth and comfortable feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% recyclable packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlay D'Addario XS and you’ll be hooked. These are incredible strings that just seem to NEVER FADE AWAY.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to know more about D'Addario XS?  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.stringsdirect.co.uk\/pages\/will-d-addario-xs-guitar-strings-rule-the-guitar-world\" title=\"This is our article on D'Addario XS strings.\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRead our article here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"D'Addario","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58054833865088,"sku":"XSAPB1253JC","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7131\/9590\/files\/XSAPB1253JC_detail1_hi-res.jpg?v=1778223575","url":"https:\/\/www.stringsdirect.co.uk\/products\/daddario-xsapb1253jc-jacob-collier-5-string-xs-phosphor-bronze-12-53-acoustic-guitar-strings","provider":"Strings Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}