Detail 01
Nylon construction
Far lower tension than steel. Only fits guitars built for nylon; steel would damage a classical top and neck.
Product detailSKU #1273887998457
Ernie Ball2406 Ernesto Palla Nylon Black and Silver Classical Acoustic Guitar Strings
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Nylon strings for classical or flamenco guitar. Black nylon trebles with silver-wound basses. Budget set for a nylon-string instrument only.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Restringing a classical or flamenco guitar with a tie-block bridge
- Players who want darker, warmer trebles than clear nylon
- Keeping a spare set on hand for a nylon-string guitar
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Steel-string acoustic or electric guitars, which need steel strings
- Guitars without a classical tie-block bridge and slotted headstock
- Players wanting the bright attack of clear nylon trebles
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
Black nylon trebles
Black nylon is typically warmer and mellower than clear nylon, with slightly less high-end bite.
Detail 03
Silver-wound bass strings
Silver-plated wire wrapped over a nylon core gives the low three strings volume and definition.
Detail 04
Ball-less classical set
Ends are plain and get tied at the bridge. There is no ball end to drop into a pin hole.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Nylon strings stretch for several days after installation; expect repeated retuning
- 02Tying strings at a classical bridge takes practice — leave enough length for the knot
- 03No tools, winder, or tuner included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I put these on a regular acoustic guitar?
No. Standard acoustics are built for steel strings and use a pin bridge. These are for classical or flamenco guitars with a tie-block bridge.
02How long do nylon strings take to settle in tune?
Nylon keeps stretching after installation, so plan on tuning up repeatedly over the first several days of playing before pitch holds.
03What is the difference between black and clear nylon trebles?
Black nylon generally sounds warmer and rounder. Clear nylon is brighter with more attack. It is a tone preference, not a quality difference.
04Do these have ball ends?
No. This is a traditional classical set with plain ends that you tie at the bridge.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
