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Extra light gauge
The thinnest common acoustic set. Easier to fret and bend, but quieter with less low end.
Product detailSKU #1274115036865
ThomastikAC110 Plectrum Bronze Extra Light Acoustic Guitar Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Extra light bronze acoustic set. For players who want low tension and easy fretting, or older guitars that should not carry heavy strings.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Beginners whose fingertips are still toughening up
- Vintage or lightly built guitars that need low string tension
- Fingerstyle players who want less resistance under the hand
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Heavy strummers — extra lights buckle and lose volume
- Players wanting maximum bass and projection
- Anyone tuning down; these get floppy fast
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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Bronze winding
Bright, ringing top end when new. Bronze dulls faster than phosphor bronze as it oxidizes.
Detail 03
Plectrum set
Built with pick playing in mind rather than classical or fingerstyle-specific tension.
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Acoustic guitar strings
Steel-string only. Do not put these on a nylon-string classical — the tension will damage it.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Dropping to extra light reduces neck tension; the guitar may need a truss rod adjustment
- 02Lower tension can raise buzz risk if your action is already low
- 03Bronze tarnishes; wipe strings down after playing to stretch their life
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will extra light strings fix my high action?
They make fretting easier but do not lower the strings. Action is a setup issue — nut, saddle, and relief.
02Can I put these on a classical guitar?
No. These are steel strings. A nylon-string classical has no truss rod and can be pulled apart by the tension.
03How is bronze different from phosphor bronze?
Bronze is brighter and more immediate when new. Phosphor bronze holds its tone longer and sounds slightly warmer.
04Will these sound quieter than my usual set?
If you are coming from lights or mediums, yes. Less mass means less volume and less low end.
Reference
Full specifications
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