Detail 01
Silk and steel
A silk layer sits under the wrap wire. Softer under the fingers, lower tension, and a mellower, less ringing tone.
Product detailSKU #1274034478001
D'AddarioEJ40 Silk & Steel Ball-End Acoustic Folk Guitar Strings - (11-47)
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Silk and steel acoustic set, 11-47, ball-end. For fingerstyle and folk players who want a soft feel and a mellow, quiet voice.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Fingerstyle and folk on small-body or parlor guitars
- Players with sore fingertips returning to acoustic
- Quiet living-room playing and late-night practice
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Flatpickers who need volume and projection
- Bluegrass rhythm or loud strumming in a band
- Classical guitars with slotted, tie-on bridges
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
11-47 gauge
Lighter than a standard light set. Easy to fret and bend, with less push behind the low strings.
Detail 03
Ball-end
Fits a standard pin bridge acoustic. Not for classical guitars, which need tie-on strings.
Detail 04
Low tension
Less pull on the top. A reasonable choice for older or lightly built guitars that struggle with heavy sets.
Detail 05
Acoustic folk voicing
Warm and rounded rather than bright and cutting. Fingerpicking detail comes through; hard strumming does not get louder.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Lower tension can raise buzz. A truss rod tweak may be needed after switching.
- 02Wound third string sounds different from a plain third if you are used to one.
- 03Nothing else in the box: no picks, winder, or spare strings.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Are silk and steel strings easier on the fingers?
Yes. The silk layer and light gauge mean less tension and a softer surface, so fretting hurts less than with standard bronze strings.
02Can I use these on a classical guitar?
No. These are ball-end steel strings for a pin bridge. A classical guitar is built for nylon and can be damaged by steel.
03Are they loud enough for playing with others?
Not really. They are quieter and warmer than bronze sets. For volume in a group, use a standard phosphor bronze or 80/20 set.
04Do these fit any acoustic guitar?
Any standard steel-string acoustic with a pin bridge. Check that your guitar takes light gauge comfortably before switching.
