Detail 01
Phosphor bronze winding
The set is described as producing a balanced, full-range acoustic-guitar tone.
Product detailSKU #1500000303854
MartinMEC12 Martin Acoustic "Clapton's Choice" Light Phosphor Bronze Guitar Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
MEC12 is a phosphor bronze acoustic-guitar string set with gauges running from .013 on the high E to .056 on the low E. The set is described as delivering a robust, balanced sound, with clear highs, midrange presence, and a defined low end. Its stated tension is intended for energetic playing while remaining comfortable and responsive. The strings are engineered to resist corrosion and are presented for acoustic work in studio recording and live performance, including fingerpicking, flatpicking, and slide.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Acoustic recording or live sets where balanced tone and corrosion resistance are priorities.
- Fingerpicking, flatpicking, or slide guitar on an acoustic instrument.
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
.013 to .056 gauges
The description identifies the high E as .013 and the low E as .056.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The product title calls this set Light, while the description identifies its .013–.056 gauges as medium.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What gauge range does the MEC12 set use?
The description gives a .013 high E and a .056 low E.
02Are these intended for acoustic guitar?
Yes. MEC12 is an acoustic-guitar string set with phosphor bronze wound strings.
