Detail 01
Extra light gauge
Lowest tension in the range. Easier bends and chording, less strain on the neck and top, but quieter and looser.
Product detailSKU #1274115037446
ThomastikAC210 Plectrum Bronze Extra Light Acoustic 12-String Guitar Strings
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Extra light bronze-wound 12-string set from Thomastik. For players who want lower tension on a 12-string and are willing to pay for it.
Strong match
Who this is for
- 12-string players fighting high tension and sore fretting hands
- Older or lightly built 12-strings where heavy sets risk the top
- Fingerstyle and light strumming on a 12-string
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Heavy strummers who want maximum volume and low-end push
- Players on a budget — this is a premium-priced set
- Six-string guitars — this is a 12-string set only
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
Bronze wound
Bright, ringing top end when new, mellowing as it ages. The standard tone for acoustic flat-tops.
Detail 03
12-string set
Includes octave and unison pairs. String count and layout are specific to 12-string guitars only.
Detail 04
Plectrum series
Built for pick playing rather than classical or bowed use.
Detail 05
Thomastik build
Austrian-made strings priced well above mass-market sets. You are paying for consistency and feel.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01A gauge change on a 12-string usually needs a truss rod and action check
- 02Extra light on a guitar set up for mediums can buzz until re-adjusted
- 03One set only — no picks, winders, or spares included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit a regular six-string guitar?
No. This is a 12-string set with octave and unison pairs. The gauges and string count only work on a 12-string.
02Why are these more expensive than typical acoustic strings?
Thomastik is an Austrian maker with premium pricing. A 12-string set also has twice the strings of a standard set.
03Will extra light gauge reduce tension on my 12-string?
Yes. That is the main reason to pick this gauge. A 12-string carries far more total tension than a six-string, and extra light lowers it.
04Do I need a setup after switching to these?
Usually. Dropping to extra light from a heavier gauge changes neck relief and lowers string height, which can cause buzzing until adjusted.
