Description
The D’Addario PB020 is a phosphor bronze wound acoustic guitar single string in .020 gauge, designed for players who want a dependable replacement or a precise addition to a custom set. It suits fingerstyle guitarists who prefer the smoother feel and warmer voice of a wound third, as well as flatpickers seeking a touch more body on the G or a lighter D. With the familiar ball end fitting most steel string acoustics, it restores playability fast when a string breaks and lets you fine tune the response of your instrument. Expect a balanced, musical tone that blends shimmer with a solid midrange to support chords and melodic lines.
Built with a phosphor bronze wrap wire around a high carbon steel hex core, the PB020 delivers reliable intonation and tuning stability along with a pleasingly smooth feel under the fingers. The precision winding and tight gauge tolerance help every note ring true across the neck, while the corrosion resistant alloy keeps its lively sound for longer between string changes. Compared with basic student level strings, this single offers a cleaner finish at the ball end, more consistent winding quality and a richer, more nuanced tone that sits well in recordings and ensemble settings. It is an easy, affordable way to elevate the feel and response of your acoustic.
For UK tuition and school use, keeping a PB020 in the case is a straightforward way to prevent lost lesson time. Teachers can swap in a like for like gauge within minutes, and students benefit from stable tuning that supports ear training, graded pieces and daily practice. The .020 size works well as a wound G in many setups or as part of a customised mix to match hand strength and repertoire, helping learners build confidence without fighting their instrument. Good value and broadly compatible with most steel string acoustics, it is a sensible spare for classroom cupboards, ensemble leaders and gigging players alike.
