My old fingers cant manage heavier gage strings anymore. anybody happy with "extra lights" 10-47's ? is the ease of play worth the loss in tone?

You might try silk and phosphor 11- 47. They play easily while maintaining the more traditional tone. .115 - 47 silk and steel play well but are very mellow tonally. Alot has to do with the guitar itself and of course personal preference. Additionally, you may have to set the guitar up again. The strings will ride slightly lower in the saddle and nut. And they will not pull the neck as much. No easy way other than trial and error. I have 17 acoustics and have tried several sets on each guitar before settling on what I like on that particular guitar. Only 2 of the 17 uses the same strings. Good luck.

Anyone using these for fingerstyle blues? What do you think of them?

I only play fingerstyle, and I play blues, jazz, pop...I LOVE these strings. If you're not plugged in you may notice a little less volume. Nothing drastic. They sound a bit more "warm." Slides are sweet. They're not that expensive. (I have used another brand that cost something like $30. They are a little nicer, but I can't afford that luxury all the time.) Try a set. Your fingers will thank you.

Is the core in of the d'addario eft15 round core?

Down in the product details at the bottom of the page -- "D'Addario Phosphor Bronze strings are precision wound with corrosion-resistant phosphor bronze onto a carefully drawn, hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core. " Note the "hexagonally shaped, high carbon steel core" so NOT a round core.

Wait a second, the title for the item is flattened, the description page says roundwound, and one of the answers says they are halfwound. Which is it?

They are flattened. Flat round is a different type of string. Basically its like the small humps of the round string are ground down .

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EFT16 Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light, 12-53

EFT16 Flat Tops Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light, 12-53

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Brand
D'Addario
String Gauge
Light
Colour
Multicolor
Instrument
Acoustic
String Material Type
Phosphor

✨Precision polished for ultra-smooth feel

🎸Light gauge 12-53 for effortless play

🛡️Corrosion-resistant packaging keeps strings fresh

Description

🎶 Elevate your acoustic vibe with strings that play as smooth as your style.

CRAFTED IN THE USA - Premium quality and consistency from a trusted American manufacturer.
RICH RESONANT TONE - Phosphor bronze wound strings deliver warm, balanced sustain that commands attention.
FRESHNESS GUARANTEED - Corrosion-resistant packaging ensures your strings stay vibrant and ready to perform.
SILKY SMOOTH SURFACE - Exclusive precision polishing minimizes finger noise for a cleaner, professional sound.
EFFORTLESS PLAYABILITY - Extra-light gauge strings (12-53) reduce finger fatigue and speed up your riffs.

D'Addario EFT16 Flat Tops are light gauge (12-53) phosphor bronze acoustic guitar strings featuring a precision polished surface for reduced finger noise and enhanced playability. Packaged in corrosion-resistant materials to maintain freshness, these strings deliver warm tone and sustain, crafted with premium quality in the USA.

Specifications

Product Dimensions	11.18 x 10.92 x 0.76 cm; 2.83 g
Item model number	EFT16
Body Material	phosphor bronze
Colour	Multicolor
String Gauge	Light
String Material	Phosphor Bronze
Number of Strings	6
Material	phosphor bronze
Item Weight	2.83 g
Manufacturer	D'Addario andCo. Inc

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