Detail 01
Silked ball ends
Creates a protective layer at the ball-end contact area.
Product detailSKU #1500000223127
MartinMA530S Marquis Phosphor Bronze Extra-Light Authentic Acoustic Silked Guitar Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The MA530S is an extra-light 92/8 phosphor bronze acoustic set with silk-wrapped ball ends. The wrap places a soft layer between the string end and the bridge area, helping reduce wear on the bridge and bridge plate each time the guitar is restrung. Martin uses high-tensile-strength, tin-plated core wire for corrosion resistance. With gauges from .010 through .047, it is a clearly defined extra-light replacement set.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Acoustic restringing where bridge and bridge-plate protection is part of the maintenance routine.
- Practice and performance schedules that benefit from corrosion-resistant string cores.
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
Gauges: 10-14-23-30-39-47
Identifies the six gauges in this extra-light pack.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Compare the 10-14-23-30-39-47 gauge sequence with the set you intend to replace.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Are these phosphor bronze strings?
Yes. They are made with 92/8 phosphor bronze.
02Why are the ball ends silked?
The silk wrap helps prevent wear on the bridge and bridge plate during playing and string changes.
