Martin Silk And Steel Light

The best way i can think to describe them is halfway between the qualities of steel and nylon.

Martin silk and steel light.

Traditional wound acoustic strings are based on a hex shaped core wire with a single wrap of metal. Martin silk and steel strings were the ones that came on my martin d12 20 when i purchased it new in 1966 and they are the only type that i have ever used. Silk and steel strings are a great option for beginners because they are softer on the fingers. This item martin m1400 marquis silk steel folk acoustic strings light d addario ej40 silk steel folk guitar strings 11 47 ernie ball earthwood silk and steel soft acoustic set 011 052.

Click here to learn more about choosing the right guitar strings for beginners. We then wrap the modified core with the silver plated copper silk steel or 92 8 phosphor bronze silk phosphor. 4 people found this helpful. This item martin m130 80 20 silk steel strings acoustic guitar frets d addario ej40 silk steel folk guitar strings 11 47 ernie ball earthwood silk and steel soft acoustic set 011 052.

Martin authentic acoustic marquis silked strings feature a soft silk wrap that prevents wear and tear on the bridge holes and bridge plate as you play. Learn what makes our strings different. Martin s silk and steel strings use a round core that has a soft wrap and then a silver plated copper outer wrap. Labella 710m silk steel medium acoustic guitar strings 4 0 out of 5 stars 24 martin guitar authentic acoustic ma535s marquis silked 92 8 phosphor bronze acoustic strings custom light gauge.

The added thickness also ensures that bridge pins will stay locked in place even in older bridges with worn holes. The strings provide beautifully mellow tones with clear octaves and a warm bass sound. These strings are easy on the fingers and offer a subtle soft tone. We start with a round core wire and wrap it first with a soft material.