I've been using these Everly 7212s for a few weeks now and I'm very pleased. I would say they're a little mellower than the D'Addario EJ-16s and the Clapton's Choice light gauges I usually use. The Everlys may usually be a few cents more expensive than the other strings but, if, for a while, you want a mellower sound, they're a very good choice.

I first heard about these strings because Tom Petty uses them and I love the acoustic sound that TP gets in the studio (and yes I know a lot of that comes from having an expensive Martin and a nice studio). However, having said that - I fell in love with these strings the first time I used them and immediately ordered several sets to string ALL of my acoustic guitars with - including my Ovation 12-String. Nice tone and long-lasting. I had tried Elixir and coated Martins so I wouldn't have to change the strings out so often but didn't like the tone. The Everly's give me both good sound and long usage. They sound good in the studio especially if you mic the guitar rather than take a convenient line-out. One last point, I recently bought the Acoustic-Electric version. They are really bright but not quite as good sounding as these.

I have used 8 other Brands, Love these strings not just for sound but last longer than others even other people I gave them to to try loved them and are now the strings they use. But do not take my word for it try them you will agree and will also switch to them.

I am a newbie, but I can tell you these strings sound real good. I have tried several strings and really tried to hear the differences. These strings are high quality and make a big difference in sound. With these strings, you can't go wrong. They are excellent.