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product_id: 270120738
title: "Ernie Ball Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - 12-54 Gauge"
brand: "ernie ball"
price: "€ 22.52"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.nl/products/270120738-ernie-ball-earthwood-medium-light-phosphor-bronze-acoustic-guitar-strings
store_origin: NL
region: Netherlands
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# 12-54 gauge medium light strings Element Shield freshness packaging Crafted in USA with premium materials Ernie Ball Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - 12-54 Gauge

**Brand:** ernie ball
**Price:** € 22.52
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your sound with strings that speak your vibe.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Ernie Ball Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - 12-54 Gauge by ernie ball
- **How much does it cost?** € 22.52 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nl](https://www.desertcart.nl/products/270120738-ernie-ball-earthwood-medium-light-phosphor-bronze-acoustic-guitar-strings)

## Best For

- ernie ball enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ernie ball brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rich, Warm Tone:** Phosphor bronze wrap delivers clarity and projection that commands the stage.
- • **Freshness Guaranteed:** Element Shield packaging locks in that just-made feel, string after string.
- • **Proudly American Made:** Crafted in the USA with the finest materials for professional-grade performance.
- • **Perfect Medium Light Gauge:** Balanced tension (.012-.054) for effortless playability and dynamic expression.
- • **Hex-Shaped High-Carbon Core:** Precision-engineered core ensures durability and consistent tuning stability.

## Overview

Ernie Ball Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings (12-54 gauge) feature a hex-shaped high-carbon steel core wrapped in phosphor bronze for a warm, rich tone with excellent clarity and projection. Packaged in Element Shield to maintain freshness, these strings are crafted in the USA using premium materials, making them the go-to choice for serious acoustic players seeking balanced playability and professional sound quality.

## Description

Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - 12-54 Gauge

## Features

- Warm, rich tone with excellent projection and clarity.
- Medium Light, the most popular gauge, consists of plain steel strings (.012, .016.) and phosphor bronze wound strings (.024, .032, .044, .054).
- Phosphor bronze wound on a hex-shaped, high-carbon steel core wire.
- Crafted in the USA with the freshest and finest materials.
- Element Shield packaging ensures your strings stay as fresh as they were the day they were made.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Item Weight | 5.66 g |
| Product Dimensions | 9.78 x 9.98 x 1.19 cm; 5.67 g |
| Item model number | P02146 |
| Body Material | Bronze |
| Color Name | Medium Light |
| String Gauge | Medium |
| String Material | Bronze |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Material Type | Bronze |
| Region of Origin | north-america |
| Size | Medium Light |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Ernie Ball
- **String gauge:** Medium
- **Colour:** Medium Light
- **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar
- **String material type:** Bronze

## Images

![Ernie Ball Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - 12-54 Gauge - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91iG4MWiY8L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What would be the downside of putting these strings on an old classical guitar I bought for $25. Would it cause the neck to bow?**
A: Your guitar will be damaged on a classical with steel strings. Classical guitars necks are not built for steel they are built for nylon strings. Your neck will bow and warp

**Q: Are the first 3 strings nylon?**
A: No, they are plain steel as in other acoustic sets. Nylon would only be found on classical sets.

**Q: What would be the best string size to use on a used acoustic guitar to be played by a 9 year old boy?**
A: The lighter the guage...the easier to bend.
The easier to bend...the harder to control.
Since its an acoustic guitar, i would start with 10's ...try .10 to .46. Thats a pretty standard guage. 
He should be able to tell if he would like a smaller guage in which case go to 9's. 
Better yet....take him to a guitar shop and let him try some different guage strings. 
If hes just strumming, he may like the 10's.  When hes ready for more sophisticated play, and until his hands get larger and stronger,  he may need the 9's.  Happy playing!

**Q: Can I put nylon strings on a guitar that use to have metal?**
A: You can. You will need to do a neck adjustment to makeup for the lower tension. These strings are metal that the question was asked under.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Store origin: NL*
*Last updated: 2026-01-23*