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80/20 bronze
Brighter and more cutting than phosphor bronze when new, but the top end fades faster as the strings oxidize.
Product detailSKU #1273887998579
Ernie Ball2003 Earthwood 80/20 Bronze Medium Light Acoustic Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Budget 80/20 bronze acoustic strings in medium light gauge. For players who want a bright acoustic sound and change strings often.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players who restring frequently and want a bright top end
- Flatpicking and strumming where cut matters
- Recording sessions where fresh, crisp strings help
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Electric guitars — bronze does not work with pickups
- Players who leave strings on for months
- Anyone chasing a warm, mellow acoustic voice
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.
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Medium light gauge
Sits between light and medium. More body and volume than light, still manageable for chording and bending.
Detail 03
Bronze wound
Made to drive an acoustic top. On an electric with magnetic pickups the wound strings barely register.
Detail 04
$7.99
Cheap enough to change every few weeks, which is how 80/20 sets sound best.
Detail 05
Ernie Ball Earthwood
Ernie Ball's standard acoustic line, so gauge and feel stay consistent set to set.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No winder, cutters, or bridge pin puller included
- 02Changing gauge can shift neck relief and intonation — check both after
- 0380/20 loses brightness quickly, so buy several sets if you play daily
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
0180/20 bronze or phosphor bronze?
80/20 is brighter and more cutting new but dulls sooner. Phosphor bronze is warmer and holds its tone longer. Pick by how often you restring.
02Can I put these on an electric guitar?
No. Bronze is not magnetic enough for pickups, so the wound strings will sound weak and uneven.
03Is medium light too heavy for a small-body acoustic?
It is a moderate step up from light. Most acoustics handle it, but check neck relief after the change if you are moving up from lights.
04How long do these last?
That depends on hand chemistry and playing time. 80/20 bronze loses its brightness faster than phosphor bronze, often within a few weeks of regular play.
