Detail 01
Medium
This identifies the set’s supplied acoustic gauge category.
Product detailSKU #1500000038332
Ernie BallParadigm 80/20 Acoustic Guitar Strings Medium
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Made for acoustic guitar, the Paradigm 80/20 Medium set centers on Ernie Ball’s Medium gauge designation. RPS-reinforced plain strings and the company’s wire-drawing process support its stated improvements in tensile and fatigue strength compared with traditional sets. Plasma cleaning and Everlast nanotreatment improve corrosion resistance and repel sweat and buildup, helping maintain the clean, crisp Slinky tone and feel described for Paradigm. It suits a Medium acoustic setup where added break and rust coverage is part of the buying decision.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Acoustic guitar restringing when Medium is the gauge designation selected for your setup.
- Regular acoustic playing where sweat and buildup make corrosion resistance a useful priority.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Electric guitar string changes; this set is identified for acoustic guitar.
- Players seeking an acoustic set outside the Medium gauge designation.
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
RPS reinforced plain strings
The plain strings are reinforced as part of Paradigm’s strength-focused construction.
Detail 03
Plasma cleaning and Everlast nanotreatment
These treatments improve corrosion resistance and repel sweat and buildup.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that Medium is the acoustic gauge category you want.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Are these strings intended for acoustic guitar?
Yes. They are Paradigm 80/20 acoustic guitar strings.
02What happens if Paradigm strings break or rust?
Ernie Ball will replace them if that occurs within 90 days.
