I first started buying these strings because my favorite guitarist, Antoine Dufour, uses (or used) them and recommended them.

I don't change my strings nearly as often as many people recommend, mostly due to laziness, which is one of the main reason I've been using Elixir strings for years. They last so much longer than other brands, especially non-coated strings, that I don't have any problem leaving strings on for 6 months or longer.

They definitely don't sound AS good after 6 months, but they're way better than other brands would be at that point. Granted, the amount I play varies throughout the year but I would assume that even a professional musician wouldn't need to change these strings nearly as often.

I don't entirely know what the difference is between the phosphor bronze and other versions - I've looked it up before and didn't find a definitive answer. To the best of my knowledge I think the phosphor bronze strings create a brighter sound. I always love the way a new set of these strings sound.

They can feel slightly slippery when they're new due to the coating, especially if you just washed your hands or something. It can make it a little harder to fret chords than if you were playing on normal strings, especially if you use heavier gauge strings or have higher action. Usually doesn't take me long to get used to it though.
I first started buying these strings because my favorite guitarist, Antoine Dufour, uses (or used) them and recommended them. I don't change my strings nearly as often as many people recommend, mostly due to laziness, which is one of the main reason I've been using Elixir strings for years. They last so much longer than other brands, especially non-coated strings, that I don't have any problem leaving strings on for 6 months or longer. They definitely don't sound AS good after 6 months, but they're way better than other brands would be at that point. Granted, the amount I play varies throughout the year but I would assume that even a professional musician wouldn't need to change these strings nearly as often. I don't entirely know what the difference is between the phosphor bronze and other versions - I've looked it up before and didn't find a definitive answer. To the best of my knowledge I think the phosphor bronze strings create a brighter sound. I always love the way a new set of these strings sound. They can feel slightly slippery when they're new due to the coating, especially if you just washed your hands or something. It can make it a little harder to fret chords than if you were playing on normal strings, especially if you use heavier gauge strings or have higher action. Usually doesn't take me long to get used to it though.