Detail 01
10-12-16-23-10 gauges
This is the supplied five-string medium .010 gauge layout.
Product detailSKU #1500000220905
MartinVega Banjo V730 Nickel Wound 5 Strings Medium 10
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Vega V730 strings give a five-string banjo a medium .010 set with a 10-12-16-23-10 gauge layout. Their nickel-wound steel construction uses a nickel-and-steel alloy chosen for tonal quality and resilience. Martin describes the set as lively and ringing, with clarity, resonance, balanced tone, and a focus on the midrange. The medium tension makes this a clear choice for players seeking that specified feel and gauge configuration for clawhammer, bluegrass, or other banjo work.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Five-string banjo players seeking medium tension in a 10-12-16-23-10 gauge configuration.
- Clawhammer, bluegrass, and other banjo styles calling for a balanced, midrange-focused response.
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
Medium tension
The set is specified as medium tension, with a fuller sound and balanced feel.
Detail 03
Nickel-wound steel construction
Nickel wrap and steel core are used for the set's tonal quality, resilience, clarity, and resonance.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your five-string banjo calls for medium .010 strings in the 10-12-16-23-10 progression.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What are the V730 gauges?
The V730 gauges are 10-12-16-23-10.
02Which styles are named for the V730?
Martin names clawhammer, bluegrass, and other banjo styles.
