DR Veritas Phosphor Bronze Strings

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DR Phosphor Bronze Veritas strings are affordable, USA-made strings with top-quality tone.

Why DR Strings?

Simply put, DR strings sound great and are relatively affordable. There may be better sounding strings in higher price points, but even professional players often do not use premium-priced strings due to the need to change strings frequently.

DR Veritas strings have an improved core and therefore may last a bit longer than the original DR Phosphor Bronze strings, and have a modest improvement to tone. Both strings are good.

Why Not Coated Strings?

Coated strings have increased in popularity in recent years, with many players preferring them. However, all strings suffer a tone loss after being played. And while string coating prolongs the life of the wound strings, it doesn't do much for the plain steel ones.

Strings are a disposable item, and they're meant to be changed. If you truly dread changing your strings, you might prefer coated strings, but nothing beats a new set of strings.

Value Proposition

DR strings offer professional-quality tone at a price point that makes regular string changes affordable. The Made-in-USA manufacturing ensures consistent quality.

Our Take:
Recommended
✓ Pros
  • Great phosphor bronze tone
  • Affordable for regular string changes
  • Made in the USA
  • Improved core for longer life
  • Consistent quality
  • Used by professionals
  • Available in multi-packs for better value
✗ Cons
  • Not coated (shorter lifespan than coated alternatives)
  • Will lose tone over time like all uncoated strings
Grey, creator of Hub Guitar

As the creator of Hub Guitar, Grey has compiled hundreds of guitar lessons, written several books, and filmed hundreds of video lessons. He teaches private lessons in his Boston studio, as well as via video chat.