FAQ: String types and gauges
Q: What strings does Taylor install on its guitars? Does the gauge matter, or should I use whatever feels best to me?
A: Strings are very important — they can alter the playability and tone of your guitar. Since June 1, 1999, we’ve been installing Elixir® Strings on all steel-string Taylor models, and currently we use Elixir’s ultra-thin NANOWEB design. While it's perfectly ok to experiment with different types/brands of strings, to maintain factory performance and specifications we recommend staying with the correct string gauges as follows.
Acoustic
Grand Concert, Grand Auditorium, Baby Taylor, Big Baby Taylor
Elixir® NANOWEB® Light Gauge (.012-.053)
All 12-string Models
Elixir® NANOWEB® Light Gauge (.010-.047)
Grand Symphony, Grand Orchestra, Dreadnought, Jumbo, GS Mini
Elixir® NANOWEB® Medium Gauge (.013-.056)
Nylon string
D'Addario Pro-Arté® Extra Hard Tension
Baritone
Elixir® Baritone
Electric
SolidBody, T3
Elixir® NANOWEB® Electric Light Gauge (.010-.046)
T5
Elixir® NANOWEB® Electric Medium Gauge (.011-.049)
T5 12-string
Elixir® NANOWEB® Electric Light Gauge (.010-.046)
