Detail 01
.013-.056 gauge
Medium set. Noticeably more tension than lights, which means more volume and low-end push but harder fretting.
Product detailSKU #1274115035494
ElixirMedium Polyweb Acoustic Guitar Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Coated medium-gauge acoustic set, .013-.056. For flatpickers and strummers who want volume and a set that lasts.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Hard strumming and flatpicking where volume matters
- Dreadnoughts and larger bodies built for medium tension
- Players who restring often because sweat kills strings fast
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Small-body, parlor, or vintage guitars not rated for medium tension
- Fingerstyle players who want a light touch and easy bends
- Beginners still building fingertip calluses
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
.056 low E
Thick bottom string. Strong fundamental for strumming, but it can overpower a small-bodied guitar.
Detail 03
.017 B string
Heavier than light-set unwound strings. Bends take real effort, so this set favors chords over lead lines.
Detail 04
POLYWEB coating
A thicker coating than Elixir's thinner option. Slicker feel, less squeak, and a warmer, less bright attack.
Detail 05
Coated windings
Blocks sweat and oil from the wraps, so the set holds its tone well past when uncoated strings would go dead.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your guitar is rated for medium tension; some smaller and older instruments are not
- 02Moving from lights to mediums usually needs a truss rod and action adjustment
- 03One set of six. No picks or winder included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I put mediums on any acoustic?
No. Mediums pull noticeably harder on the neck and top. Check the maker's recommendation first, especially on small-body, parlor, or older guitars.
02What's the difference between POLYWEB and NANOWEB?
POLYWEB is the thicker coating. It feels slicker and sounds warmer with a softer attack. NANOWEB is thinner and keeps more top-end brightness.
03Are these too heavy for fingerpicking?
For most fingerstyle players, yes. The higher tension is harder to control with bare fingers. Lights are the usual choice there.
04Do I need to stretch these in?
Yes, like any new set. Tune up, pull gently along each string, retune, and repeat until pitch holds.
Reference
Full specifications
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