---
product_id: 84246173
title: "Ernie Ball Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - 12-54 Gauge"
brand: "ernie ball"
price: "R289"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Ernie Ball"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/84246173-ernie-ball-earthwood-medium-light-phosphor-bronze-acoustic-guitar-strings
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 12-54 Medium Light Gauge Warm Rich Tone Element Shield Packaging Ernie Ball Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - 12-54 Gauge

**Brand:** ernie ball
**Price:** R289
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your acoustic vibe with strings that stay fresh and sound legendary!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Ernie Ball Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - 12-54 Gauge by ernie ball
- **How much does it cost?** R289 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/84246173-ernie-ball-earthwood-medium-light-phosphor-bronze-acoustic-guitar-strings)

## 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

- • **Made in USA Quality:** Crafted with precision for professional-grade reliability
- • **Phosphor Bronze Alloy:** Delivers warm, rich, and resonant acoustic tones
- • **Element Shield Packaging:** Keeps strings fresh and corrosion-free for longer lifespan
- • **Natural Feel & Projection:** Experience smooth finger movement with excellent sound projection
- • **Balanced Medium Light Gauge:** Perfect tension for expressive play and dynamic control

## Overview

Ernie Ball Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings (12-54 gauge) offer a perfect balance of playability and rich tone. Featuring durable phosphor bronze material and innovative Element Shield packaging, these strings maintain freshness and resist corrosion, ensuring long-lasting performance. Ideal for professional and aspiring guitarists seeking warm, natural sound with excellent projection.

## Description

Product Description

Review: Performance of strings - Excellent in volume, bending and sliding. One of the best I have used among all in last thirty years. Highly recommended for accoustic guitar player. High quality and stability of holding tuning
Review: Warm rich tone

## Features

- Natural feel with excellent projection
- Warm rich tone
- Element shield packaging prolongs string life and keeps strings as fresh as the day they were made

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002DUQ04 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #572 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #20 in Acoustic Guitar Strings |
| Body Material Type | Phosphor Bronze |
| Brand | Ernie Ball |
| Brand Name | Ernie Ball |
| Coating Description | coated |
| Colour | Multicolor |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 38,602 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Copper |
| 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 | Strings |
| Item Weight | 5 g |
| Manufacturer | Ernie Ball |
| Manufacturer Part Number | P02146 |
| Material Type | Phosphor Bronze |
| Model Name | Medium Light (12-54) |
| Model Number | P02146 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Acoustic Guitar |
| String Gauge | Medium |
| String Material Type | Phosphor Bronze |
| UPC | 749699121466 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 1 year on product. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Ernie Ball
- **String Gauge:** Medium
- **Colour:** Multicolor
- **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar
- **String Material Type:** Phosphor Bronze

## Images

![Ernie Ball Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - 12-54 Gauge - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91iG4MWiY8L.jpg)
![Ernie Ball Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - 12-54 Gauge - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91S2sSwf6nL.jpg)

## Available Options

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

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can i use Yamaha f280**
A: S suitable

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Performance of strings
*by C***Y on 15 January 2025*

Excellent in volume, bending and sliding. One of the best I have used among all in last thirty years. Highly recommended for accoustic guitar player. High quality and stability of holding tuning

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Warm rich tone
*by A***. on 28 May 2026*



### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of the best sounding sets
*by C***A on 19 December 2024*

After trying so many brands this is my first and best choice for acoustic guitar strings for now, it sounds bright, dark, heavy based on their strings size, can't switch to other brands😂 still loving it🤩

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-06-02*