Detail 01
Bronze winding
Bronze is the standard acoustic winding. It's non-magnetic, so these produce almost nothing through an electric guitar's pickups.
Product detailSKU #1274115036692
ThomastikAC111 Plectrum Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - Light
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Light-gauge bronze acoustic set from Thomastik's Plectrum line. For flatpickers who want a specific string character on a steel-string acoustic.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Steel-string acoustics played with a pick rather than fingers
- Players who find medium gauge too stiff under the left hand
- Restringing an acoustic that's already set up for light gauge
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Classical or nylon-string guitars — wrong string type entirely
- Heavy strummers who want maximum volume and low-end push
- Electric guitars; bronze windings won't drive magnetic pickups
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
Light gauge
Easier to fret and bend than medium, with less tension on the top. Slightly less volume and low-end than a heavier set.
Detail 03
Plectrum series
Designed around pick attack rather than fingerstyle. Expect the response to favor a struck note over a plucked one.
Detail 04
Price around $40
Two to three times a common acoustic set. The value case rests on how long the set stays usable, not on the initial outlay.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Going from medium to light reduces top tension — expect a truss rod check
- 02Bronze dulls with skin oils; wiping the strings down after playing extends life
- 03These won't work on a nylon-string guitar; the tension would damage the instrument
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Are these too light for strumming?
Light gauge handles strumming fine but gives up some volume and bass compared to medium. If you strum hard and want maximum output, go heavier.
02Will these work on my classical guitar?
No. Classical guitars are built for nylon string tension. Steel strings on a classical can pull the bridge off or warp the top.
03Do I need a setup after switching to light gauge?
If you're coming off mediums, the reduced tension will let the neck straighten slightly. Check relief and action a day or two after stringing.
04What's the difference between bronze and phosphor bronze strings?
Both are common acoustic windings with different tonal characters and corrosion behavior. This set is bronze, so compare against phosphor bronze if you've been using that.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
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