Detail 01
Extra light gauge
Lowest tension in the acoustic range. Easy on the fingers, but less volume and more risk of fret buzz when strummed hard.
Product detailSKU #1321473138364
Ernie Ball2550 Everlast Phosphor Extra Light Acoustic Guitar Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Extra-light phosphor bronze acoustic set with a coating for extended life. For fingerstyle players and anyone who wants easy fretting on a steel-string.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Fingerpicking where light tension helps control
- Players with sore fingertips or hand fatigue
- Small-body acoustics that overload with heavy strings
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Hard strummers who want volume and headroom
- Dreadnoughts driven with a heavy pick
- Anyone tuning below standard on a long-scale guitar
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 slightly darker than 80/20 bronze, with more midrange body. Ages more slowly toward dullness.
Detail 03
Everlast coating
Sheds sweat and skin oil, so tone stays consistent longer than an uncoated set. Slightly slicker under the fingers.
Detail 04
Acoustic construction
Bronze wrap on a steel core. Works on acoustic-electrics with piezo pickups, not magnetic ones.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Dropping to extra lights from mediums reduces neck tension — expect a relief change
- 02Coated strings can feel slippery for the first hour of playing
- 03One set only; no string winder or cutter included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will extra lights buzz on my guitar?
They can if your action is set low and you strum hard. The lower tension lets strings vibrate wider at the same picking force.
02Are coated strings worth it?
If your hands sweat or you play daily, yes — the coating keeps the tone from dulling as quickly. If you change strings often anyway, the benefit shrinks.
03What's the difference between phosphor bronze and 80/20?
Phosphor bronze is warmer with fuller mids and holds its tone longer. 80/20 starts brighter and more scooped but fades faster.
04Can I use these on a classical guitar?
No. Classical guitars are built for nylon strings and steel strings can damage the neck and bridge.
