Detail 01
Medium light gauge
Sits between light and medium. More volume and low end than lights, without the stiff feel of a full medium set.
Product detailSKU #1321473138399
Ernie Ball2546 Everlast Phosphor Medium Light Acoustic Guitar Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Phosphor bronze acoustic set in medium light gauge with a coating for extended life. For players who want longer string life without a heavy feel.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players whose sweat kills uncoated strings within a week
- Strummers wanting fuller volume than a light gauge gives
- Gigging players who want fewer string changes between shows
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Fingerstyle players who want maximum brightness and touch response
- Very small-bodied or vintage guitars where medium tension is too much
- Anyone who prefers the slick feel of uncoated bronze
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
Phosphor bronze
Warmer and less brash than 80/20 bronze, with a fuller midrange. Also resists corrosion better than plain bronze.
Detail 03
Everlast coating
A treatment that blocks sweat and oils from the winding. Strings hold their tone longer but feel slightly slicker under the fingers.
Detail 04
Acoustic guitar strings
Bronze wound for acoustic resonance. They sound weak and dull through magnetic electric pickups.
Detail 05
Ball-end construction
Fits standard acoustic bridges with bridge pins. Not for classical guitars, which need tie-on nylon.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One set only — no bridge pins, winder, or cutters included
- 02Medium light adds tension; check neck relief if coming from lights
- 03Coated strings feel different under the fingers than bare bronze
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How long do coated strings actually last?
Longer than uncoated, though the exact time depends on how much you play and how acidic your sweat is. Heavy sweaters see the biggest difference.
02Will medium light strings damage my guitar?
Not on a normal steel-string acoustic. On a lightly braced or vintage instrument, check with a tech before increasing tension.
03Can I use these on an acoustic-electric?
Yes. Acoustic-electrics with piezo or mic systems work fine with bronze strings. Only magnetic soundhole pickups need steel-wound sets.
04Phosphor bronze or 80/20?
Phosphor bronze is warmer with more midrange and lasts longer. 80/20 is brighter and more scooped when new but fades faster.
