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Elixir Nanoweb 80/20 Bronze Acoustic Strings Light 12-53

  • Light 12 to 53 gauge six-string set
  • 80/20 bronze with Nanoweb coating
  • 22.68 g, model 11052
  • Bright, focused tone with a smooth feel

Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A light-gauge coated bronze set tuned for a bright, focused sound. The listing's warranty line is garbled, so confirm coverage with the seller.

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ASIN: B0002E1O2CModel: Nanoweb 80/20 BronzeCategory: Acoustic Guitar Strings

Sizes Available

1 Pack2 Pack4 PackSingle String

Styles Available

8-String Baritone (.016-.070)Extra Light (.010-.047)Custom Light (.011-.052)Light/Medium (.012-.056)Light 12 String (.010-.047)Medium (.013-.056)HD Light (.013-.053)Baritone (.016-.070)Gauge (.026)Gauge (.032)

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Overview

Elixir builds this set with a Nanoweb coating on bronze windings, aiming at a bright, focused tone. The coating protects the entire string, even the gaps between windings, from debris that deadens the sound.

The reason to buy is a crisp, vibrant sound with a smooth feel and the coating's protection against buildup. The limitation is that the warranty field contains unrelated text and the listing gives no coating thickness.

Who it's for

Fingerstyle and strumming players who like clarity on the high strings. Those after a warmer tone would suit a different set from the same brand.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Bright, focused tone
  • Smooth, comfortable feel
  • Light gauge balance
Cons
  • Warranty text unclear
  • Brightness not for everyone

Performance notes

Debris cannot pack in around the coated windings and deaden the tone. The bronze alloy gives a bright, focused voice with crisp presence. Light gauges balance ease of fretting against volume.

Where it stands among acoustic guitar strings

  • #3 most-searched brand and model of the 16 acoustic guitar strings lines we track (by search demand, not sales).

From the specs of the 116 acoustic guitar strings we list; not a test result.

Specifications

BrandElixir
ModelNanoweb 80/20 Bronze
Dimensions & fit
Item weight22.68 g
Construction & materials
String Material Type80/20 bronze
Coating DescriptionNanoweb
Other details
String GaugeLight 12-53
Set Name6-string set
Sound ProfileBright

Frequently asked questions

How do I care for Elixir Nanoweb strings?

The listing gives no care steps. The coating is described as protecting the whole string from debris buildup.

Is Elixir Nanoweb brighter than Polyweb?

The Nanoweb listing describes a bright, focused tone, while the Polyweb listing describes a warm one.

Is Elixir Nanoweb for electric guitar?

No. It is a bronze acoustic guitar set.