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Phosphor bronze
Warmer and slightly darker than 80/20 bronze, with more midrange. Holds its tone a bit longer before going dull.
Product detailSKU #1274115044713
RotosoundJumbo King Super Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Phosphor bronze acoustic strings in a super light gauge. For players who want low tension and easy fretting on a steel-string acoustic.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Fingerstyle players who want strings that respond to light touch
- Beginners whose fingertips are still toughening up
- Older or lightly built acoustics you don't want under high tension
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Heavy strummers who will pull these sharp and rattle the frets
- Players chasing maximum volume and low-end from a dreadnought
- Anyone with an electric or classical guitar
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.
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Super light gauge
Least tension of the common acoustic gauges. Bends and barre chords take less hand strength.
Detail 03
Acoustic-specific
Bronze wrap is not magnetic enough for electric pickups. These are for acoustic guitars only.
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Single set
One guitar's worth of six strings. No spares if you break one mid-restring.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Dropping to a lighter gauge changes neck relief; the truss rod may need a tweak
- 02Lighter tension can cause buzz on a guitar set up for mediums
- 03No string winder or cutter included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these work on my electric guitar?
No. Phosphor bronze wrap doesn't drive magnetic pickups properly. You'd get a thin, weak signal. Use nickel or steel electric strings instead.
02What gauges are in the set?
This is Rotosound's super light acoustic set — the lightest of their standard gauge range, meant for low tension and easy fretting.
03Can I put these on a classical guitar?
No. Steel-string tension will damage a nylon-string classical guitar's top and neck. Classical guitars need nylon sets.
04How often should I change them?
Depends on how much you play and how acidic your hands are. Most players notice phosphor bronze going dull after a few weeks of regular playing.
