Ernie Ball .028 EARTHWOOD 80/20 BRONZE ACOUSTIC GUITAR STRINGS
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Immediate "acoustic" brightness with depth
The Ernie Ball Earthwood 80/20 Bronze 28 strings are designed for guitarists seeking a precise high register, clear articulation, and naturally bright projection. Thanks to their 80/20 Bronze alloy wire wrapped around a hexagonal core, they deliver a crystalline tone while maintaining a rich harmonic density, adding dimension to both open chords and tighter voicings.
In practice, this type of string set is particularly suited for contexts where you want to gain clarity in the mix : rhythmic accompaniment, energetic strumming, detailed picking, or recording when a clear attack is desired. The advertised sustain translates into notes that "hold" and arpeggios that remain singing, useful for supporting vocals or highlighting an acoustic guitar part without forcing.
Technical specifications
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end | Nbr of strings | 1 |
| Category | Acoustic single string | Spun | round |
| Draw | 28 | Material | bronze |
| Brand | Ernie Ball | Construction | wire wrapped around a hexagonal core |
| Series | Earthwood | Core | tin-plated steel |
| Model | 80/20 Bronze 28 | Sound | crystalline tone, rich in harmonics |
| Type | acoustic guitar strings | Response | lots of sustain |
| Alloy wire | 80/20 Bronze (80 percent copper, 20 percent zinc) | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Ernie Ball Earthwood 80/20 Bronze 28 sold individually?
This reference includes a single acoustic string, gauge 28, with a ball end.
What is the material of the Earthwood 28 string?
The wire is made of 80/20 Bronze alloy, consisting of 80% copper and 20% zinc. The hex core is made of tin-plated steel.
What sound does an 80/20 Bronze acoustic string gauge 28 produce?
The 80/20 Bronze construction is advertised for a bright tone rich in harmonics. The round winding contributes to a clear attack. It also offers plenty of sustain.
Is this string suitable for both fingerpicking and strumming?
Its clear articulation and bright projection make it suitable for detailed fingerpicking as well as energetic strumming. It helps improve clarity in the mix.
What type of attachment does this acoustic string use?
The ball end allows for mounting on an acoustic guitar compatible with this string format.



