Detail 01
80/20 bronze
Brighter and more scooped than phosphor bronze, with a crisp top end that fades faster on uncoated sets.
Product detailSKU #1274115035535
Elixir80/20 Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings With NANOWEB Coating, Extra Light (.010-.047)
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Coated 80/20 bronze acoustic strings, .010-.047. Bright, easy-playing extra light set for acoustic players who want long string life.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Fingerstyle players who want minimal tension under the hand
- Small-body or parlor acoustics where heavier sets overdrive the top
- Players with hand strength issues or sore fingertips
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Hard strummers who want volume and low-end from the guitar
- Players who prefer the warmer, mellower voice of phosphor bronze
- Anyone wanting maximum drive out of a big dreadnought
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
NANOWEB coating
The thinner Elixir coating. Keeps the 80/20 brightness alive far past when a bare set would go dull.
Detail 03
.010-.047 extra light
Very low tension for an acoustic. Easy to fret and bend, at the cost of volume and bass response.
Detail 04
Acoustic-specific winding
Bronze wrap is non-magnetic. These won't drive a magnetic soundhole pickup properly and aren't for electrics.
Detail 05
Extra light on a big body
A dreadnought or jumbo top needs more energy to move; extra lights can leave it sounding thin.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Single set — no spares, picks, or winder included
- 02Extra light is a big drop from mediums; expect a truss rod adjustment
- 03Lower tension can raise buzz if your action is already set low
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What's the difference between 80/20 bronze and phosphor bronze?
80/20 is brighter and more scooped, good for cutting through. Phosphor bronze adds phosphor for a warmer, fuller midrange and typically holds its tone a bit longer uncoated.
02Will extra light strings sound weak?
On a small-body guitar, no — they're well matched. On a dreadnought or jumbo you'll notice less volume and less low end than a light or medium set.
03Can these go on an electric guitar?
No. Bronze windings aren't magnetic enough for electric pickups. Use electric strings with a steel-based winding for magnetic pickups.
04Do I need a setup after switching to these?
If you're moving down from lights or mediums, likely yes. Less tension means less neck relief, which can cause buzzing until the truss rod is adjusted.
