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Authentic Acoustic | Understanding our new string lineup

Authentic Acoustic | Understanding our new string lineup

Martin

Description

Martin Guitar knows a thing or two about pampering valuable instruments. If you’re looking for some extra protection for your fine guitar, Authentic Acoustic Silked strings are the right choice for you. They’ve adding a soft silk wrap to the ball ends of their Authentic Acoustic strings to prevent wear and tear on the bridge and bridge plate as you play. The silk wrap puts a comforting layer of protection in place every time you change your strings.

Martin Authentic Acoustic strings are engineered with the performer in mind, and they will always stand up to rigorous practice and performance schedules. 

Martin start with their highest tensile-strength core wire, then tin-plate it on all six strings for added corrosion resistance; because what you don’t see matters. When coupled with the highest-quality wrap wire, you get consistent true tone that you can count on song after song.

Light gauge: 12-16-25-32-42-54
Martin MA130S Marquis Silk & Steel Custom Authentic Acoustic Guitar Strings
Martin MA130S Marquis Silk & Steel Custom Authentic Acoustic Guitar Strings

Features

  • Thread wrapped for bridge protection
  • Engineered to resist corrosion
  • Great playability

Reviews

4.56

34 Reviews

94%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

4

What does "silked" mean?

Looking at the description, I wasn't sure if it had "silk" threads underneath the wrap wire. On the Martin website, "silked" seemed to refer to the windings at the ball end. I took a string apart and, indeed, it is a true silk and steel. I'm using them on a very old Gibson flat top with many repaired cracks. Also, my hands seem to be degrading where normal strings are too high tension.

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

Worst strings that I have ever tried.

These strings were dead out of the package, The G string was unbearable I removed the strings immediately after putting them on my guitar. .

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Practicing22
  2. Concerts5
  3. Back-Up4
  4. Beginner1
  5. Learning to play1
Cons
  1. Breaks Easy2
  2. No silk wrap at ball1
  3. Not Consistent1
  4. Poor Tone Quality1
  5. Good strings1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced17
  2. Novice9
  3. Professional Musician7
  4. Child1
Pros
  1. Good Tone30
  2. Consistent22
  3. Long Life12
  4. Well Built / Quality12
  5. Nice soft feel1
  • Beautiful Tone

    5

    submitted2 months ago

    byJoseph

    fromnorman,OK

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    These strings gave my guitar a fresh new look and completely changed the sound of the guitar. I can play more fingerstyle music much easier now knowing itll sound just that little bit better.

  • Excellent Excelent Strings!

    5

    submitted3 months ago

    byPioneer

    fromApache Junction AZ

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Jarod Taylor from Guitar Center recommended these strings for me and have used them ever since! Jarod does all of my guitar work and includes these strings every checkup. Great call and Great work! Thanks!

  • Great Strings

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted6 months ago

    byDeanne

    fromNWArkansas

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I love these strings. They have a warm sound and gentle on my fingers. They are the only strings I use.

  • I would by these again.

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byLori

    fromHarrisburg

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Great for a beginner guitarist. Recommend!

  • I would buy these again Martin strings

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byEd

    fromGeorgetown Ma.

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Great strings. Like them a lot. Good tone. Easy on the fingers

  • Good product works well

    4

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byCristian

    fromEgg harbor twp nj

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Easy to use convenient

Q&A

Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked byTommy

    fromKanapaha

    What is the best strings for beginners with acoustic

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The level of playing has nothing to do with the string. These will be good.