--- product_id: 336944005 title: "MAR*MA540 (Authentic, Light, 92/8 Phos Brnz 12.54)" brand: "martin" price: "£7.20" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 category: "Martin" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/336944005-mar-ma540-authentic-light-92-8-phos-brnz-12-54 store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # High tensile-strength core wire Light gauge 92/8 Phosphor Bronze Tin-plated corrosion resistance MAR*MA540 (Authentic, Light, 92/8 Phos Brnz 12.54) **Brand:** martin **Price:** £7.20 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your acoustic game with strings that perform as hard as you do! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** MAR*MA540 (Authentic, Light, 92/8 Phos Brnz 12.54) by martin - **How much does it cost?** £7.20 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/336944005-mar-ma540-authentic-light-92-8-phos-brnz-12-54) ## Best For - martin enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted martin brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Precision Playability:** Engineered with a high tensile-strength core for excellent tuning stability and smooth fingerstyle performance. - • **Authentic Tone, Every Time:** Experience the rich, bright sound that only genuine Martin phosphor bronze strings deliver. - • **Trusted by Pros Since 1833:** Join thousands of musicians who rely on Martin’s legacy of quality and innovation for their sound. - • **Built to Last Through Every Gig:** Tin-plated strings resist corrosion, ensuring your strings stay fresh and reliable night after night. - • **Light Gauge for Effortless Play:** Perfect balance of flexibility and durability, ideal for expressive fingerpicking and fast chord changes. ## Overview The MAR*MA540 Martin Authentic Acoustic SP guitar strings feature a light 92/8 phosphor bronze composition with a high tensile-strength core wire and tin plating for superior corrosion resistance. Designed for professional-grade tuning stability and playability, these strings deliver bright, expressive tones ideal for rigorous practice and performance. Backed by Martin’s heritage since 1833, they are a top choice for acoustic guitarists seeking durability and authentic sound. ## Description Martin Guitar has been producing high-quality, musician-choice instruments and accessories since 1833. The Martin Darco Electric Strings are the real deal—not an imitation. Discover your instrument's true voice with this professional-grade string pack.Martin's Darco Electric Strings provide excellent playability, high-quality construction, and a great value in every set—so you can pay less and play more. Made from professional-grade nickel, this set of guitar strings provides smooth consistency and superior tonal qualities. Designed to keep your axe screaming, these extra-light-gauge strings provide excellent tuning stability and playability so your guitar can stand up to rigorous practice and performance schedules. This pack of professional-grade strings will last through long sing-alongs, late-night jam sessions, and plenty of picking. It's an ultra-reliable set of strings that you can take on tour or keep in the studio. Whether you're a beginner or professional musician, this set of acoustic strings will help you play to your potential. With these strings, you'll be able to play to your heart's content—without breaking the bank! Review: Martin quality! - Really good strings. Low, end projection is immaculate! Review: Great for the price - Very good for the price ## Features - Authentic Acoustic SP guitar strings are engineered with the performer in mind and will always stand up to rigorous practice and performance schedules. - Crafted with our highest tensile-strength core wire, and tin-plated on all six strings for added corrosion resistance; because what you don’t see matters! - Excellent tuning stability, corrosion resistance, and great playability. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07GTCQJMP | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,129 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #30 in Acoustic Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Phosphor Bronze | | Brand | Martin | | Brand Name | Martin | | Coating Description | coated | | Colour | Multicolor | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 3,921 Reviews | | Finish Type | Bronze Plated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00729789557863 | | Importer Contact Information | MUSIC N MORE DIST.CO.PVT.LTD. B-189, SHED.NO-3,PHASE-2, NOIDA 201305 CUSTOMER CARE NO. +91-8447752663 | | Instrument | Acoustic Guitar | | Item Type Name | MAR*MA540 (Authentic, Light, 92/8 Phos Brnz 12.54) | | Item Weight | 0.3 Grams | | Manufacturer | CF MARTIN CORPORATION, PO BOX NO 136 BATTLE CREEK MICHIGAN 49016, USA., Martin Strings | | Manufacturer Contact Information | CF MARTIN CORPORATION, PO BOX NO 136 BATTLE CREEK MICHIGAN 49016, USA. | | Manufacturer Part Number | 41Y18MA540 | | Material Type | nickel | | Model Name | MA540 Authentic Acoustic SP Phosphor Bronze Light Gauge | | Model Number | 41Y18MA540 | | Packer Contact Information | CF MARTIN CORPORATION, PO BOX NO 136 BATTLE CREEK MICHIGAN 49016, USA. | | String Gauge | Light | | String Material Type | Phosphor Bronze | | UPC | 729789557863 | | Warranty Description | 1 year manufacturer | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Martin - **String Gauge:** Light - **Colour:** Multicolor - **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar - **String Material Type:** Phosphor Bronze ## Images ![MAR*MA540 (Authentic, Light, 92/8 Phos Brnz 12.54) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/715oumvQFdL.jpg) ![MAR*MA540 (Authentic, Light, 92/8 Phos Brnz 12.54) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/711pj7yKJ6L.jpg) ![MAR*MA540 (Authentic, Light, 92/8 Phos Brnz 12.54) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71KOQpDnS2L.jpg) ![MAR*MA540 (Authentic, Light, 92/8 Phos Brnz 12.54) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81UU04RVsBL.jpg) ![MAR*MA540 (Authentic, Light, 92/8 Phos Brnz 12.54) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61oaLEX4Y+L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What does string gauge even mean?** A: Gauge refers to the diameter of a string. Gauges are described in thousandths of an inch and can be found listed on the back of a string pack. Overall, string gauges are classified as: Extra light, Custom light, Light, Medium and Heavy **Q: What is your experience Level?** A: Lighter - Easier to fret (important for beginners) and to bend. Better resonance under a lighter touch, common when first starting out. Heavier- Bigger sound provide more volume and resonance. Better tuning stability tays in tune longer. **Q: Consider the body size of your guitar.** A: Lighter - Exert less tension and are typically recommended for smaller bodied guitars such as 0, 00, 000, and OM, plus all cutaway models Heavier - Exert more tension and are typically recommended for larger body sizes **Q: What style of music do you play?** A: Lighter - Good choice for rock, folk, country, and blues style playing with a lighter attack (plucking) Heavier - Good choice for rock, country, and blues style playing with a harder attack **Q: What sound are you going for?** A: Lighter - Offer appropriate volume and range for playing in an intimate setting. Heavier - Produces more volume and sustain. Great choice if you’re accompanied by other players. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Martin quality! *by S***N on 19 October 2025* Really good strings. Low, end projection is immaculate! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for the price *by A***R on 16 December 2025* Very good for the price ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Strings 🔥 *by U***A on 10 February 2025* Outstanding & Fresh sound ## Frequently Bought Together - Other MA540 Authentic SP Phosphor Bronze Light Gauge Acoustic Guitar Strings (41Y18MA540) - Martin Authentic Acoustic Guitar Strings, Superior Performance Custom Light 11-52, 80/20 Bronze - Ernie Ball Earthwood Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, 11-52 Gauge (P02148) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/336944005-mar-ma540-authentic-light-92-8-phos-brnz-12-54](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/336944005-mar-ma540-authentic-light-92-8-phos-brnz-12-54) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-21*