Ernie Ball 042 BRONZE
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An "Earthwood" signature for a breathing acoustic tone
The Ernie Ball Earthwood 80/20 Bronze strings are aimed at acoustic guitarists seeking a bright, dynamic, and precise sound, with that much-appreciated "80/20 bronze" character ideal for both strumming and fingerpicking. Thanks to their construction from a copper-zinc alloy wire wrapped around a tin-plated steel hexagonal core, these strings deliver a clear and open tone while maintaining rich harmonic content. Whether you play folk, pop, country, or vocal accompaniment, they add a boost of presence in the mix and an immediate response under the fingers, with sustain that highlights your voicings and melodic passages.
Technical specifications
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end |
| Category | Acoustic single string |
| Draw | 42 |
| Nbr of strings | 1 |
| Spun | round |
| Material | bronze |
| Brand | Ernie Ball |
| Model | 1442 |
| Series | Earthwood |
| Type | acoustic guitar strings |
| Alloy | 80/20 bronze (copper and zinc) |
| Construction | alloy wire wrapped |
| Core | hexagonal tin-plated steel |
| Tone | crystalline, rich in harmonics |
| Performance | high sustain |
| Gauge | 42 |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Ernie Ball 1442 string sold individually?
This item contains a single acoustic string, equipped with a ball end.
What is the gauge of the Ernie Ball 1442 string?
The gauge is 42. It corresponds to a round wound string designed for acoustic guitar.
What tone does the 80/20 bronze provide on this acoustic string?
The 80/20 bronze alloy, made of copper and zinc, produces a bright sound rich in harmonics. The response is clear and precise, with a presence suited for both strumming and fingerpicking. The sustain highlights voicings and melodic passages.
What is the construction of the Earthwood 80/20 Bronze 42?
The alloy wire is wound around a hexagonal steel core plated with tin. This construction combines a round wound with a core designed for the Earthwood series.
Is this string suitable as a replacement for a low E string?
With its gauge of 42, this string corresponds to a wound acoustic string; the exact position within a set depends on the reference gauge used on the guitar.
