DR Strings Dragon Skin+ DA8-13 Coated
Set of Strings for Acoustic Guitar
- Gauges: .013, .017, .026w, .034w, .045w, .056w
- 80/20 Bronze
- With ball end
- The clear coated winding improves tone, feel and tuning stability and produces a bright and bell-like tone
- Good resonance and extra long life due to micro-thin coating
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Available since July 2024
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Item number 593196
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Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
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Strength of the strings 0,013" – 0,056"
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Material Coated 80/20
The search for the right strings
A musician can spend their entire life searching for the right instrument – so finding the right strings should be made as easy as possible. After all, there's a genuine physical connection between players and their strings, which play a huge role in how an instrument feels. The DR Strings Dragon Skin+ DA8-13 Coated strings are an 80/20 bronze acoustic guitar string set in a medium to heavy gauge, made using high-quality materials and an ultra-thin coating. Thanks to DR's patented manufacturing process, they offer exceptional longevity, yet without introducing any unfamiliar feel – the strings are barely distinguishable from uncoated ones. For anyone looking to give their instrument a real boost in dynamics and volume, DR Strings is a strong choice.
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A patented coating
The technical design of the Dragon Skin+ DA8-13 Coated strings is no simple matter; it reflects a very high level of engineering expertise. All but the very lightest strings are wound to ensure both a powerful tone and a comfortable playing feel. The way DR Strings puts this into practice is particularly well executed: The strings are built around a specially adapted steel core, which is wrapped with coated 80/20 bronze. This process brings out the best qualities of the string. This version of the Dragon Skin+ offers a premium playing feel, along with a full, rich tone characterised by a clear and open high end, and a noticeable increase in output compared to uncoated strings. Taken together, this combination can lift an acoustic guitar to the next level.
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An accurate core
Where conditions on stage might once have meant changing strings after each performance, the Dragon Skin+ DA8-13 Coated strings keep going show after show. They’re also a great option for occasional players, as the coating helps protect against natural corrosion over time. This is down to their outer wrap, which is highly resistant to external influences and built for durability. The patented Coated Wrap Wire also ensures that the strings feel natural under the fingers, giving purists exactly the familiar response they expect. But the Dragon Skins aren't just cutting-edge on the outside: With DR's unique Accurate Core Technology, which applies almost microscopic locking grooves to the precisely milled steel core, the wrap sits perfectly within the string's structure, resulting in a fuller tone and enhanced sustain. What comes through is a technologically refined string set that delivers across the board, both in sound and feel, without compromise.
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Über DR Strings
Founded in 1989 by Mark Dronge – son of Guild Guitars founder Alfred Dronge – DR Strings is a US-based string manufacturer deeply rooted in a lifelong passion for music and craftsmanship. Drawing on decades of expertise, the family-run company combines premium materials, time-tested production techniques, and skilled artisanship to create diverse string sets designed to unlock the full potential of every instrument. This relentless pursuit of innovation and quality has earned DR Strings the trust of global artists, from Sting and Derek Trucks to Jared James Nichols and Bootsy Collins, making it a go-to choice for discerning musicians worldwide.
An improved experience
Alongside feel and tone, tuning stability is absolutely essential when it comes to strings. Here too, the American manufacturer DR Strings has come up with a smart solution. Accurate Core Technology strengthens the core and evens out natural irregularities, allowing it to form a more consistent bond with the 80/20 bronze winding, which helps the strings stay in tune even when they're played hard. The Dragon Skin+ DA8-13 Coated set is gauged .013, .017, .026w, .034w, .045w, .056w. Many experienced players favour heavier gauges like this for the added body and power they bring to the instrument. At the same time, they are more demanding to play, and some guitar manufacturers advise against using such gauges in standard tuning due to the increased tension. For lower tunings, however, this set is an excellent fit; it can handle down-tuned setups such as Drop C or D standard without a significant loss in playability. Players who prefer different gauges will find a wide range of DR Strings sets available in our shop.
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