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Martin MTCN160 Titanium Core Acoustic Guitar Strings - Light

Light Tension Acoustic Guitar Strings, Round Titanium Core with Nickel Wrap Wire
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Martin Re-invents the Acoustic Guitar String

Utilizing a round titanium core, and nickel wrap wire applied with Martin's proprietary winding technique, Martin Titanium Core acoustic guitar strings promise a new level of playing comfort, response, and corrosion resistance. The special winding process maximizes coupling between the wrap wire and the round titanium core, while also preventing stress on the core wire at the ball-end. And the plain stainless steel strings have been cryogenically-treated for longer string life and reduced finger drag. Guitarists at Sweetwater agree, Martin Titanium Core strings are a fresh take on acoustic guitar strings.

Light Tension for a relaxed feel

You may have noticed that Martin Titanium Core strings don't specify the included string gauges. That's because these strings sets are designed with a focus on the overall set tension, and some individual string gauges deviate somewhat from what you'd normally expect to see in a given set. This is a Light Tension set — if you're used to playing "Light Gauge" phosphor bronze strings, this is the set for you.

Martin Titanium Core Acoustic Guitar Strings Features:

  • Acoustic guitar strings with round titanium core and nickel wrap wire
  • Light Tension set — comparable to most Light Gauge phosphor bronze string sets
  • Plain stainless steel strings are cryogenically-treated for longer life and smoother feel
  • Round core and proprietary winding process maximize coupling between core and wrap wire
  • Comfortable playability with less finger fatigue and longer lifespan
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Tech Specs

  • Guitar Type: Acoustic Guitar
  • Number of Sets: 1
  • Number of Strings: 6
  • Coated: No
  • Gauges: .012, .016, .026, .034, .044, .055
  • Core Material: Titanium (wound strings), Stainless Steel (plain strings)
  • Winding Material: Pure Nickel
  • Winding Type: Round
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 41MTCN160

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Rated 5/5

Excellent Quality, Sound, and Longevity

These are quite possibly the best acoustic guitar strings out there. My Martin D-45 rings beautifully. The more I play the better they seem to sound. Highly recommend.
Music background: Experienced
Rated 5/5

Fantastic fingerstyle strings!

In my 40+ years of playing, I've tried almost every type/brand of strings out there. When playing my Martin, I'm almost always finger picking, and when it comes to that, these are just incredible. The clarity, projection, and punch are the best I've ever heard, and by a wide margin. As expensive as they are, I don't imagine I'll be going back to phosphor/bronze strings ever again. Give them a try, you won't be disappointed.
Music background: Semi-Pro
Rated 5/5

Great strings

I would recommend everyone to try these strings at least once, simply because they have such a solid midtone. Insane sustain because of the density of the strings. Even with a light gauge these strings feel very dense. It had a punchy attack but can still play soft music. They are definitely different.

If I had to say, they are the best strings I've ever played for acoustic steel string guitar.

But it's hard to even compare. Comparing them to other strings feels like comparing apples and oranges because they strings feel & sound so different than anything else.

Most people won't like these. It sounds weird, honestly.
Not what I'm used to.
Out of the pack they're not very slick, as compared to nanoweb elixirs, which many pro's use, Eddie van der meer for example. But these titanium strings quickly becomes nicely playable when it absorbs enough natural oils from your hands.

The elixir strings are totally nice. Always been my go to.
And many top musicians use them.

But in my opinion, in terms of quality, even though they have a weird sound, the Martin titanium strings are a league above elixir. These martins feel like true professional quality strings. The elixir sounds cheap by comparison.

Just my 3 cents.
Music background: Guitarist for many years
Rated 5/5

The Absolute Best Strings For Your D-28

The sound, the feel, the look, the lifespan. It's all here. They're pricey but worth it.
Music background: Experienced
Rated 5/5

Titanium strings

My second set. Martin D 28 modern delux. They do not go out of tune never lose intonation. Still shine after 5 months. Do not have to tune even after 2 weeks in the case. Worth every penny. Really a medium gauge string that play line silk. You do the math on money. For all of you light string guys., put your big boy pants on and toughen those fingers up. No matter what guitar you play it will sound better
Music background: Guitarist for past 65 yrs. Trust me. You never stop learning. Don’t just play guitar. Know theory and remember memorizing songs does make you a better guitarist
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