Description
The D’Addario PL012 is a plain steel single guitar string in .012 gauge, ideal for players who need a dependable replacement or wish to tailor their setup with a specific feel. Suited to both acoustic and electric guitars, a .012 is commonly chosen as the high E on many acoustic sets, and it also suits heavier electric gauges or players seeking a firmer top string for confident picking. Whether you are a beginner keeping a spare in your case, a teacher maintaining classroom instruments, or a gigging guitarist fine tuning your tension, this versatile single delivers the straightforward clarity and reliable performance you expect from a trusted string specialist.
Constructed from precision drawn, tin plated high carbon steel, the PL012 offers a smooth feel under the fingers and a bright, focused tone that sits well in strummed chords and articulate lead lines. The plain steel design promotes quick response and accurate intonation, while D’Addario’s tight manufacturing tolerances help ensure consistent diameter and tension from string to string. A secure ball end makes fitting swift and familiar on standard guitars, and the string seats cleanly at the bridge and machine heads. Compared to unbranded or bargain singles, you can expect more stable tuning, dependable durability and a more predictable playing experience across practice, rehearsal and performance.
For UK tuition and school environments, keeping a few PL012 singles on hand is a simple way to minimise downtime when a top string snaps during lessons, rehearsals or graded exam preparation. The clear feel and response help students focus on technique, while the accessible price makes maintenance straightforward for departments and families alike. Individually packaged, each string is ready whenever you need a quick swap, and it integrates naturally with popular acoustic 12 gauge sets or heavier electric sets. Whether you are building a custom gauge or replacing a single, the PL012 offers practical value and consistent quality that keeps guitars lesson ready and stage ready.
