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80/20 bronze
Brass alloy, brighter and more scooped than phosphor bronze. Sparkles when new, then dulls faster since it lacks phosphor's corrosion resistance.
Product detailSKU #1273887998352
Ernie Ball2006 Earthwood 80/20 Bronze Extra Light Acoustic Guitar Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Extra light 80/20 bronze acoustic strings. Low tension and easy fretting, with the bright, punchy voice bronze gives a flattop.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Beginners whose fingertips aren't calloused yet
- Small-body and parlor guitars where heavy gauges overdrive the top
- Players who want brightness up front for recording or strumming
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Heavy strummers — extra light can buzz and lose low-end body
- Players wanting warm, mellow tone; phosphor bronze suits that better
- Drop tunings, where extra light goes slack and rattles
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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Extra light gauge
Thinnest common acoustic set. Easy on fingers and easy to bend, but quieter with less bass than lights or mediums.
Detail 03
Lower string tension
Less pull on the neck and top. Good for older or lightly built guitars, but it can feel floppy under a hard pick.
Detail 04
Bronze wrap on steel core
This is a steel-string acoustic set. It won't work on a classical or nylon-string guitar.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Dropping to extra light from lights may need a truss rod tweak
- 02New strings stretch — retune repeatedly through the first day
- 03Not for nylon-string or classical guitars
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 scooped in the mids. Phosphor bronze is warmer and holds its tone longer. Pick 80/20 if your guitar sounds dark.
02Is extra light good for beginners?
Yes. Thinner strings take less finger pressure, which makes chords easier before callouses form. You trade some volume and low end for that.
03How long do 80/20 strings last?
They lose their bright edge faster than phosphor bronze because the alloy oxidizes sooner. Wiping strings down after playing extends that noticeably.
04Will these fit a 12-string?
No. This is a six-string acoustic set. A 12-string needs a dedicated set with the octave and unison pairs.
