Martin MA540FX Tommy's Choice Authentic Acoustic Flexible Core 92/8 Phosphor Bronze Guitar Strings - .012-.054 Light

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Q: What makes Martin MA540FX "Flexible Core" strings unique?

Martin MA540FX strings feature a unique "Flexible Core" design, meaning the steel core wire is thinner than standard strings. This allows for easier bending and a more comfortable playing experience, reducing finger fatigue. Despite the flexibility, they still deliver the rich, resonant tone and sustain you expect from Martin's 92/8 Phosphor Bronze winding.

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Q: What kind of tone can I expect from Martin's 92/8 Phosphor Bronze winding?

The 92/8 Phosphor Bronze winding on these strings provides a balanced and articulate tone. You'll experience a warm, rich low end combined with clear, sparkling highs and excellent sustain. This blend makes them versatile for various acoustic playing styles, from strumming to intricate fingerpicking, ensuring your guitar's natural voice shines through.

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Q: Who are Martin MA540FX Tommy's Choice strings best suited for?

These "Tommy's Choice" strings are ideal for acoustic guitarists seeking a balance of playability and rich tone. The Flexible Core makes them great for players who want easier bending and less finger fatigue, whether you're a seasoned pro or developing your technique. They offer a comfortable feel without sacrificing the vibrant, full sound Martin is known for.

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Q: Are Martin MA540FX strings treated for extended durability?

Yes, Martin MA540FX strings are treated with Martin's proprietary formula. This treatment is designed to provide longer life and maintain great tone, ensuring your strings sound excellent for an extended period while still delivering the vibrant sound of 92/8 Phosphor Bronze.

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Get Great Tone and Feel from Martin Strings

The Authentic Flexible Core 92/8 Phosphor Bronze Custom Light Acoustic Strings from Martin blend their thinnest core wire to standard tensions for great control and response for players of all stripes. Martin strings are designed to deliver excellent tone, clarity, and response and are made from the highest-quality materials. Martin Strings are a favorite among guitarists here at Sweetwater.

Martin Authentic Flexible Core 92/8 Phosphor Bronze Light Features:

Strings designed by C.F. Martin & Co. to provide superior tone for your acoustic guitar
Treated with Martin's proprietary formula for longer life and great tone
Highest-quality materials mean outstanding tone, response, and durability
Strings subjected to Martin's rigorous premarket testing to ensure consistency and quality

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Tech Specs

Guitar Type: Acoustic Guitar
Number of Strings: 6
Coated: No
Gauges: .012, .016, .025, .032, .042, .054
Core Material: Steel
Winding Material: 92/8 Phosphor Bronze
Winding Type: Round
Manufacturer Part Number: 41Y19MA540FX

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I've played guitar 43 years and I've used the same strings for the last 12 years. I was convinced they were the best and I wasn't going to change. These strings have been on my guitar for a month+ and they sound wonderful. But the point that made me love these strings was the ability to bend them and they don't hurt my calluses. they don't squeak as bad as the strings I used to have. As long as you make these strings, I'll buy them.

By my count I've been using Elixir's for 25 years on my 5 Taylor's and they are great. But I saw Tommy Emmanuel play recently and he was flying across the fretboard like he was playing an electric guitar and he as usual sounded great, but I thought his strings sounded great. So I had to do a search for what strings he's using and found these. Put them on yesterday and man I'm sold. Feels and plays like an electric on my 13 year old Taylor 814ce. Easier to play, easier on my fingers, just seems a lot lighter than the Elixers at essentially the same gauge. I'm a professional guitar player, playing 200+ acoustic gigs a year. Even if I have to change them more often, the cost of these make that essentially irrelevant.

I have a Corona-built Guild D40 that was stiff. At various times most of the major US companies had built up their construction a bit to avoid warranty repairs. Daddario NB 12's and PB bluegrass strings did not do the trick.

I came across Martin flexible core strings in the liner notes of Jorma Kaukonen's Blue Country Heart. He had an old Gibson AJ. I totally love mahogany guitars. Suddenly the old Guild was resonant and alive along with bone pins and a new bone saddle (took out the undersaddle pu). These strings ring and shimmer. The .054 E string lost nothing over the .056. Match made in heaven.

I love the nickel-bronze on my new Guild D20, but adore the flexible core on my 18 y/o Tacoma DM9 too. Can't speak to rosewood, ovankol or maple b&s guitar, but with a mahogany guitar you may fall in love all over again.

These are the first strings that I can bend,strum,pick and bend some more and still not have sore fingertips.whatilike

These strings are wonderful. I've been spending $+ for Elixirs and just thought I would try these and I love 'em.
They play great and sound the best and last as long, if not longer than the Elixirs.
Thank you Sweetwater for the great service and fast shipping.

See also: Acoustic Strings, Martin, Martin Acoustic Guitar Strings

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