Detail 01
92/8 Phosphor Bronze wrap
The strings use the stated phosphor bronze wrap material.
Product detailSKU #1500000298972
MartinAuthentic Acoustic Flexible Core Guitar Strings (Phosphor Bronze, Custom Light)
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Flexible, soft-feeling phosphor bronze strings built for control, note bending, and reduced finger fatigue.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Beginners seeking a soft feel
- Fingerstyle players
- Players using note-bending techniques
- Professional players who prefer Flexible Core strings
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who do not want a Custom Light set
- Players seeking specifications beyond the stated Flexible Core construction
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
Tensile-strength core wire
Martin specifies a tensile-strength core wire.
Detail 03
Tin plating
Tin plating is part of the stated construction.
Detail 04
Custom Light
This set is identified as Custom Light; individual string gauges are not provided.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is a Custom Light set.
- 02The wrap material is 92/8 Phosphor Bronze.
- 03Martin describes Flexible Core strings as soft to the touch and designed to reduce finger fatigue.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Are these suitable for beginners?
Yes. Martin describes them as soft to the touch and ideal for beginners.
02What playing styles are they designed for?
Martin highlights fingerstyle and note-bending techniques, with flexibility and control intended to reduce finger fatigue.
03What are these strings made with?
They use a tensile-strength core wire, tin plating, and a high-quality 92/8 Phosphor Bronze wrap.
04Which artist is associated with Flexible Core strings?
Tommy Emmanuel is explicitly described as performing with Flexible Core strings night after night.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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- Tier
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- Source Id
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