Detail 01
Extra light gauge
Lowest tension in a standard acoustic set. Easiest to press and bend, quieter and less bass than lights or mediums.
Product detailSKU #1273888005854
GHSPhosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - Extra Light
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Extra light phosphor bronze acoustic set from GHS. For players who want the easiest fretting and bending on a steel-string acoustic.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Beginners whose fingertips are still toughening up
- Players with light hands or arthritis
- Fingerstyle players who fret and bend a lot
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Heavy strummers who want volume and low-end push
- Players using a slide, which needs more tension
- Anyone whose guitar is set up for medium gauge
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, and holds its tone a bit longer before going dull.
Detail 03
Acoustic guitar strings
Wound for acoustic use, so they drive a soundboard. They will not read properly on a magnetic electric pickup.
Detail 04
Around $9
Low enough to change strings often, which matters more for tone than any single set does.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Dropping from lighter tension can raise action and buzz until the truss rod is adjusted
- 02One set only — no picks, winder, or spare strings included
- 03Check your guitar's current gauge before switching so intonation stays right
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will extra light strings fit my acoustic?
Yes, this is a standard six-string acoustic set. If your guitar is currently strung with lights or mediums, the lower tension may need a small truss rod tweak.
02What's the difference between phosphor bronze and 80/20?
Phosphor bronze is warmer and less bright up front, and tends to stay usable longer. 80/20 starts brighter and fades faster.
03Are these good for a first guitar?
Yes. Extra light is the easiest gauge to fret, which helps while you're building calluses and hand strength.
04Can I use these on an electric guitar?
No. Bronze strings aren't magnetic enough to work properly with electric pickups. Use nickel or steel electric strings instead.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Extra Light
