Detail 01
Extra light .010–.048
Lowest tension of the common acoustic gauges. Easier to press and bend, quieter and looser under a hard pick.
Product detailSKU #1274034494611
SIT StringsP-1048 Phosphor Extra Light Acoustic Guitar Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A phosphor bronze acoustic set in extra light gauge, .010–.048. For players who want low tension and easy fretting on a steel-string acoustic.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Beginners whose fingertips are still toughening up
- Players with light touch or fingerstyle who want easy bends
- Small-bodied or parlor acoustics that dislike heavy tension
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Heavy strummers who want volume and low-end push
- Anyone whose guitar is set up for medium gauge
- Electric, classical, or nylon-string guitars
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 darker than 80/20 bronze, and it holds that tone longer before going dull.
Detail 03
Acoustic-specific
Bronze wrap has no magnetic response, so these will not drive an electric guitar's pickups.
Detail 04
Ball end steel core
Standard fit for any steel-string acoustic bridge with bridge pins or a through-body tailpiece.
Detail 05
Single set
One full six-string set per pack, not a bulk quantity. Buy several if you change strings often.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Dropping to extra light from mediums usually needs a truss rod and action recheck
- 02Lower tension can raise buzz risk if action is already low
- 03One set only; no picks, winder, or cutters included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What gauges are in this set?
Extra light, .010 to .048. The lightest common acoustic set, meaning the least tension on the neck and the least finger pressure to fret cleanly.
02Will these work on my electric guitar?
No. Phosphor bronze is non-magnetic, so electric pickups barely register it. Use nickel or steel electric strings instead.
03Are they good for beginners?
Yes. Extra light is the usual starting gauge because it takes the least finger strength while fingertips build calluses.
04Do I need a setup after switching?
If you are coming down from lights or mediums, check relief and action. Less tension lets the neck straighten, which can cause fret buzz.
