Detail 01
Light gauges: .011, .015, .022, .030, .042, .052
The set uses lighter tension, requiring less effort to fret notes and strum chords.
Product detailSKU #1437751896044
Ernie Ball2148 Earthwood Phosphor Bronze Light Acoustic Guitar Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Earthwood 2148 is a light-gauge phosphor bronze acoustic set in .011, .015, .022, .030, .042, and .052. The lower-tension design calls for less effort when fretting notes and strumming chords, while the phosphor bronze wrap is described as warm and resonant with distinct note separation. A tin-plated hexagonal steel core adds corrosion resistance and supports pitch stability. It suits acoustic parts where clear chords and melodies matter in live or recorded work.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Live acoustic parts requiring warm tone while keeping individual chord notes clearly separated.
- Studio recording of acoustic chords and melodies with the listed light-gauge string range.
- Extended practice or performance where lower-tension fretting and strumming are desired.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players looking for a medium-gauge .013–.056 acoustic string set.
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
Tin-plated hexagonal steel core
The core is described as providing corrosion resistance, durability, and pitch stability.
Detail 03
Phosphor bronze wrap
It is associated here with a warm, resonant sound and clear note separation.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that the .011–.052 light-gauge range is appropriate for your intended setup.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What gauges are in the 2148 set?
The gauges are .011, .015, .022, .030, .042, and .052.
02What is the core construction?
It uses a tin-plated hexagonal steel core beneath the phosphor bronze wrap.
