--- product_id: 1371929 title: "Earthwood Phosphor Bronze" brand: "ernie ball" price: "Β£10.67" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Ernie Ball" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1371929-earthwood-phosphor-bronze store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 12-54 Medium Light Gauge Element Shield Packaging Made in California, USA Earthwood Phosphor Bronze **Brand:** ernie ball **Price:** Β£10.67 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Elevate your acoustic vibe with strings that never quit! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Earthwood Phosphor Bronze by ernie ball - **How much does it cost?** Β£10.67 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1371929-earthwood-phosphor-bronze) ## 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 - β€’ **Long-Lasting Freshness:** Element Shield Packaging locks in freshness and extends string life for consistent performance. - β€’ **Premium Phosphor Bronze Build:** 92% copper blend wound on hex-shaped high-carbon steel core for clarity and projection. - β€’ **Trusted by Pros & Enthusiasts:** Top 10 in Acoustic Guitar Strings with 4.7-star rating from 14,000+ players worldwide. - β€’ **Made in the USA with Finest Materials:** Crafted in California ensuring superior quality and reliability every time you play. - β€’ **Perfect Balance of Tone & Playability:** Medium Light gauge (.012-.054) delivers warm, rich sound with effortless finger comfort. ## Overview Ernie Ball Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings (12-54 gauge) offer a warm, balanced tone with excellent clarity and projection. Made in California with premium phosphor bronze wound on a hex-shaped steel core, these strings come in Element Shield Packaging to preserve freshness and durability. Ideal for both casual players and pros seeking reliable, rich acoustic sound and comfortable playability. ## Description Ernie Ball Earthwood Phosphor Bronze acoustic guitar strings are made from 92% copper, 7.7% tin, 0.5% phosphorus wire wrapped around brass-plated hex-shaped steel core wire. Phosphor Bronze produces a rich tone with excellent clarity. Gauges .012, .016, .024w, .032, .044, .054. Review: Timeless classic strings!! - These are a timeless classic guitar strings. Great sound quality and easy to install. They keep a tune perfect. Only had to stretch them out twice before they locked in on the tuners. I would buy time and time again. Review: Warm, Balanced Tone and Reliable Quality - Ernie Ball Earthwood acoustic strings are a solid choice if you want a warm, balanced tone without sacrificing clarity. Right out of the package, they sound bright but not harsh, and they settle into a really nice, full sound after a short break-in period. The medium light gauge (12–54) feels comfortable under the fingers while still offering good volume and projection. They’re easy to install and hold tuning well, even after several playing sessions. I mainly use them for casual playing and longer practice sessions, and they stay consistent without going dead too quickly. They also feel smooth enough for strumming and fingerpicking without feeling stiff. Overall, these are dependable, great-sounding strings at a reasonable price. A good option for players who want quality acoustic tone without overthinking it. ## 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 - Element Shield Packaging prolongs string life and keeps strings as fresh as the day they were made - Made in California, USA with the freshest and finest materials ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0002DUQ04 | | Best Sellers Rank | #56 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #6 in Acoustic Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Phosphor Bronze | | Brand | Ernie Ball | | Brand Name | Ernie Ball | | Coating Description | coated | | Color | Medium Light (12-54) | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 14,269 Reviews | | Finish Type | Uncoated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00749699121466 | | Included Components | Set of Ernie Ball Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings | | Instrument | Acoustic Guitar | | Item Type Name | Acoustic Guitar Strings | | Item Weight | 4.54 g | | Manufacturer | Ernie Ball Music Man | | Manufacturer Part Number | P02146 | | Material Type | Phosphor Bronze | | Model Name | Medium Light (12-54) | | Model Number | P02146 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Acoustic Guitar | | Set Name | Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings | | String Gauge | .012 | | String Material Type | Phosphor Bronze | | UPC | 749699121466 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | None. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Ernie Ball - **Color:** Medium Light (12-54) - **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar - **String Gauge:** .012 - **String Material Type:** Phosphor Bronze ## Images ![Earthwood Phosphor Bronze - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91iG4MWiY8L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, 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. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Timeless classic strings!! *by A***Z on July 23, 2026* These are a timeless classic guitar strings. Great sound quality and easy to install. They keep a tune perfect. Only had to stretch them out twice before they locked in on the tuners. I would buy time and time again. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Warm, Balanced Tone and Reliable Quality *by K***P on December 22, 2025* Ernie Ball Earthwood acoustic strings are a solid choice if you want a warm, balanced tone without sacrificing clarity. Right out of the package, they sound bright but not harsh, and they settle into a really nice, full sound after a short break-in period. The medium light gauge (12–54) feels comfortable under the fingers while still offering good volume and projection. They’re easy to install and hold tuning well, even after several playing sessions. I mainly use them for casual playing and longer practice sessions, and they stay consistent without going dead too quickly. They also feel smooth enough for strumming and fingerpicking without feeling stiff. Overall, these are dependable, great-sounding strings at a reasonable price. A good option for players who want quality acoustic tone without overthinking it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These Are My Go To Now *by J***H on May 19, 2026* I have only been playing acoustic guitar for a little over a year, but I always bought the D'Addario Phosphor Bronze strings. I was never satisfied with how they sounded because the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd strings just always rang out too loudly and sounded way too metallic and just not much bass at all. I wanted more of a bassy sound and way less treble. I searched around the web and all arrows pointed to these Ernie Ball Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze 12-54 Gauge. I gave it a go and am so impressed! It really blew my mind at how much of a difference it made. Plus these bad boys are cheaper than the D'Addario's. If you are looking for a good set of strings with more bass and less treble sounding and at a great price, these are the winner. ## Frequently Bought Together - Ernie Ball Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, 12-54 Gauge (P02146) - Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 10-46 Gauge (P02221) - D'Addario Accessories Pro-Winder Guitar String Winder, Cutter, Bridge Pin Puller - All in One Guitar Tool - Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1371929-earthwood-phosphor-bronze](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1371929-earthwood-phosphor-bronze) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-08-29*