Ernie Ball .042 EARTHWOOD PHOSPHOR BRONZE ACOUSTIC GUITAR STRINGS
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An expressive acoustic character, from picking to strumming
The Ernie Ball Earthwood Phosphor Bronze 42 is designed for acoustic guitarists seeking a response that is both round and precise. Phosphor bronze is appreciated for its musical sonic signature: present lows to support rhythms, and clear highs to highlight nuances in arpeggios. Whether you play with a pick or fingerstyle, this string emphasizes attack and dynamics while maintaining a beautiful harmonic richness.
Technical specifications
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end |
| Category | Acoustic single string |
| Draw | 42 |
| Nbr of strings | 1 |
| Spun | round |
| Material | phosphore bronze |
| Brand | Ernie Ball |
| Series | Earthwood |
| Type | acoustic guitar string |
| Alloy | phosphor bronze |
| Gauge | 42 |
| Sound color | warm, rich bass, crystalline highs |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Ernie Ball Earthwood Phosphor Bronze 42 sold individually?
This reference includes a single acoustic guitar string with a gauge of 42.
What sound does a phosphor bronze acoustic string offer?
The phosphor bronze alloy produces a warm tonal character, with rich lows and bright highs. The response maintains a harmonic richness suited for expressive playing.
What playing style does the 42 gauge correspond to?
The 42 gauge is that of this single acoustic string. Its response is described as round and precise, highlighting both pick attack and fingerstyle.
Does this string have a ball end?
The end is equipped with a ball end.
Is the winding of this string round?
The round winding is paired with the phosphor bronze alloy of the Earthwood series. Present lows support rhythm playing, while clear highs accompany arpeggios. The string is designed for acoustic guitar.



