C.F. Martin & Co MA500S AUTHENTIC SILKED EXTRA LIGHT 92/8 PHOSPHOR BRONZE EX. LIGHT 10-14-23-30-39-47 12 STRINGS

Name: MA500S AUTHENTIC SILKED EXTRA LIGHT 92/8 PHOSPHOR BRONZE EX. LIGHT 10-14-23-30-39-47 12 STRINGS
Brand: C.F. Martin & Co
SKU: 277780
Price: 11.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

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Back in stock from 02/10/2026

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ID : 277780

EAN : 0729789558143

Information

Essential Information About Martin Strings MA500S Authentic Silked Extra Light Strings
• Bridge Protection : silk wrapping at the ball end to reduce friction and preserve your guitar.
• Comfortable and Smooth Feel : Extra Light gauge ideal for fluid playing, easy chords, and less demanding 12-string performance.
• Rich Tone : 92/8 Phosphor Bronze alloy for a warm, precise, and balanced timbre.
• Martin Reliability : designed to support daily playing while caring for a high-end instrument.

MA500S AUTHENTIC SILKED EXTRA LIGHT 92/8 PHOSPHOR BRONZE EX. LIGHT 10-14-23-30-39-47 12 STRINGS

11,00 €VAT incl.

0,00 € Ecotax included

Reference price

12-String Strings Combining Brightness, Comfort, and Instrument Care

Martin Guitar understands the importance of details when it comes to protecting a fine acoustic. The Authentic Acoustic Silked strings add a silk wrapping at the end of each string, creating a protective layer that helps reduce wear at the bridge. In this 92/8 Phosphor Bronze version, you benefit from clear projection and beautiful harmonic richness, perfectly suited for 12-string guitars. The Extra Light gauge promotes a softer feel under the fingers, ideal if you seek comfort, faster playing, and easier bends, while maintaining the full and shimmering character typical of a 12-string.

Technical specifications

Tension	Extra soft	1st cord pull	10
Type of cord attachment	Ball end	Nbr of strings	6
Category	acoustic	Material	92/8 phosphore bronze
Classification	Extra light	Special feature	12-string
Draw	10/10-14/14-23/09-30/12-39/18-47/27

Brand	Martin	Gauge	Extra Light
Model	MA500S	Set	10-14-23-30-39-47
Series	Authentic Acoustic Silked	Silk wrapping at ball end	yes
Type	strings for 12-string acoustic guitar	Purpose	friction reduction and bridge protection
Alloy	92/8 Phosphor Bronze	Also available in the range	80/20 Bronze (depending on variations)

Questions frequently asked

Are Martin MA500S strings suitable for a 12-string guitar?

The set is designed for 12-string acoustic guitars, with doubled gauges adapted to this configuration: 10/10, 14/14, 23/09, 30/12, 39/18, and 47/27.

What is the gauge of the Martin MA500S?

The primary gauge is Extra Light, ranging from 10 to 47. The main strings are sized 10-14-23-30-39-47.

What sound does the 92/8 phosphor bronze produce on a 12-string guitar?

The 92/8 Phosphor Bronze alloy delivers a clear projection and harmonic richness. It supports the full and shimmering character associated with a 12-string guitar.

What is the purpose of the silk winding near the ball ends?

A silk winding is present at the end of each string. This layer helps reduce friction at the bridge area, thus helping to minimize wear in that part of the guitar.