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product_id: 124386681
title: "Martin Authentic Acoustic® Marquis® Silked Guitar Strings – Silk & Steel, Custom Gauge | Lower Tension, Bridge Protection & Balanced Tone"
brand: "martin"
price: "R331"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Martin"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/124386681-martin-authentic-acoustic-marquis-silked-guitar-strings-silk-and-steel
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# Silk & Steel blend for smooth tone Custom gauge .0115-.047 for balanced tension Silk wrap protects bridge & pins Martin Authentic Acoustic® Marquis® Silked Guitar Strings – Silk & Steel, Custom Gauge | Lower Tension, Bridge Protection & Balanced Tone

**Brand:** martin
**Price:** R331
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your acoustic vibe with silk-smooth strings that protect and perform!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Martin Authentic Acoustic® Marquis® Silked Guitar Strings – Silk & Steel, Custom Gauge | Lower Tension, Bridge Protection & Balanced Tone by martin
- **How much does it cost?** R331 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/124386681-martin-authentic-acoustic-marquis-silked-guitar-strings-silk-and-steel)

## 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

- • **Silk & Steel Fusion:** Experience a soft, mellow tone with reduced tension—perfect for fingerstyle finesse.
- • **Bridge Guardian Wrap:** Silk thread wrap shields your guitar’s bridge and pins from wear, extending instrument life.
- • **Custom Gauge Precision:** Balanced .0115-.047 gauge offers effortless playability without sacrificing rich sound.
- • **Martin Craftsmanship Promise:** Handcrafted to Martin’s legendary standards, delivering reliability and iconic tone every time.
- • **Secure Fit for Vintage Guitars:** Thicker silk wrap ensures snug bridge pins even in worn or oversized holes—ideal for collectors.

## Overview

Martin Authentic Acoustic® Marquis® Silked Guitar Strings combine a steel core with silk windings to deliver a soft, mellow tone with lower tension. Custom gauge (.0115-.047) balances playability and tonal richness, while the silk wrap protects your guitar’s bridge and pins, especially on vintage or delicate instruments. Designed and manufactured by Martin, these strings promise premium craftsmanship and reliable performance for discerning acoustic players.

## Description

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Review: Good sound on my Yamaha acoustic guitar and good feel on my fingers - I am picking up my guitar again after many decades of not playing. I have always used Martin strings both on my acoustic and electric guitars. These strings are for my Yamaha acoustic. I initially purchased regular, bronze strings. They were hard on my tender fingers and I didn't like the sound of the ones I chose as much as I was used to experiencing with Martins. They would have been fine on an electric guitar, however. I purchased these as an alternative. They are easier on my fingers and the sound is the more subtle and mellow that I was looking for. They are thinner and may not last as long, but we will see. I left my old, worn out bronze strings on this guitar all of the years I didn't play it and, while they had lost their sound, they still tuned up without breaking. I hope Martin quality has not changed in the intervening years. My Yamaha is one of the famed older guitars they made that have become desired collectors items, so the sound made by different strings is very discernable.
Review: Great! - Great strings. Easy on the fingers and sound great!

## Features

- Silk & Steel for a Smooth Playing Experience: These strings combine a steel core with silk and metal windings, offering a soft, mellow tone with reduced tension—ideal for fingerstyle and vintage-inspired playing.
- Custom Gauge for Comfort and Balance: Gauged at .0115, .014, .023, .028, .038, .047, this set strikes a balance between light fretting feel and tonal richness.
- Soft Silk Wrap for Bridge Protection: A silk thread wrap around the ball ends protects your bridge and bridge plate from wear, especially helpful on older guitars or delicate builds.
- Secure Fit for Worn Pin Holes: The added thickness of the silk wrap helps keep bridge pins snug and in place, even in worn or oversized bridge holes.
- Built to Martin’s Impeccable Standards: Designed and manufactured in-house to reflect Martin’s legendary tone and craftsmanship—because we believe your strings should be as reliable as your guitar.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07GT8PGJK |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,694 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #34 in Acoustic Guitar Strings |
| Body Material | Silk and Steel |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (672) |
| Date First Available | September 21, 2018 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.13 ounces |
| Item model number | 41Y18MA130S |
| Material Type | Silk and Steel |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Product Dimensions | 4.72 x 5.91 x 4.72 inches |
| Size | Custom, 11.5-47.0, Silk and HT Steel |
| String Gauge | Custom Light |
| String Material | Silk and Steel |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** MARTIN
- **Coating Description:** Silk wrap
- **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar
- **String Gauge:** Custom Light
- **String Material Type:** Silk and Steel

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good sound on my Yamaha acoustic guitar and good feel on my fingers
*by S***X on January 24, 2025*

I am picking up my guitar again after many decades of not playing. I have always used Martin strings both on my acoustic and electric guitars. These strings are for my Yamaha acoustic. I initially purchased regular, bronze strings. They were hard on my tender fingers and I didn't like the sound of the ones I chose as much as I was used to experiencing with Martins. They would have been fine on an electric guitar, however. I purchased these as an alternative. They are easier on my fingers and the sound is the more subtle and mellow that I was looking for. They are thinner and may not last as long, but we will see. I left my old, worn out bronze strings on this guitar all of the years I didn't play it and, while they had lost their sound, they still tuned up without breaking. I hope Martin quality has not changed in the intervening years. My Yamaha is one of the famed older guitars they made that have become desired collectors items, so the sound made by different strings is very discernable.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great!
*by T***S on November 19, 2025*

Great strings. Easy on the fingers and sound great!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awsome!
*by D***I on September 18, 2025*

Nice

## Frequently Bought Together

- Martin Authentic Acoustic Guitar Strings - Marquis Silked
- Martin Authentic Acoustic Guitar Strings, Superior Performance Custom 11.5-47, Silk & HT Steel
- Martin Authentic Acoustic Guitar Strings, Flexible-Core MA130FX 92/8 Phosphor Bronze, (Packaging May Vary)

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-09*