--- product_id: 286096660 title: "Ernie Ball Earthwood Rock and Blues w/Plain G Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - 10-52 Gauge" brand: "ernie ball" price: "VT5428" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Ernie Ball" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/286096660-ernie-ball-earthwood-rock-and-blues-w-plain-g-phosphor store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 10-52 gauge for versatile play Element Shield packaging for freshness Crafted in USA with premium materials Ernie Ball Earthwood Rock and Blues w/Plain G Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - 10-52 Gauge **Brand:** ernie ball **Price:** VT5428 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Elevate your acoustic vibe with strings that sing and sustain! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Ernie Ball Earthwood Rock and Blues w/Plain G Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - 10-52 Gauge by ernie ball - **How much does it cost?** VT5428 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/286096660-ernie-ball-earthwood-rock-and-blues-w-plain-g-phosphor) ## 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€’ **Trusted by Pros:** 4.7-star rating from 34,000+ musicians - β€’ **Hex-Shaped Steel Core:** Durable, stable tuning with vibrant resonance - β€’ **Phosphor Bronze Richness:** Warm, clear tone with excellent projection - β€’ **Lead-Ready Plain G-String:** Optimal for expressive acoustic solos - β€’ **Freshness-Sealed Packaging:** Strings stay factory-fresh until you play ## Overview Ernie Ball Earthwood Rock and Blues acoustic guitar strings (10-52 gauge) feature a unique plain G-string for lead-friendly play, phosphor bronze winding for warm, clear tone, and a hex-shaped high-carbon steel core for durability. Made in the USA and sealed in Element Shield packaging, these strings deliver fresh, professional-grade sound favored by thousands of musicians. ## Description Ernie Ball Earthwood Phosphor Bronze acoustic guitar strings are made from 92 percent copper, 7.7 percent tin, 0.5 percent phosphorus wire wrapped around brass-plated hex-shaped steel core wire. Phosphor Bronze produces a rich tone with excellent clarity. Earthwood Rock and Blues come with a plain G-string (no winding on the third string), similar to most electric string sets, making it optimal for playing leads on acoustic guitar. Gauges .010, .013, .017, .030, .042, .052 Review: Good sounding strings - Original Review: Great - Awesome ## Features - Warm, rich tone with excellent projection and clarity. - Ernie Ball’s Rock and Blues 10-52 gauge includes a plain G-string, similar to most electric string sets, making this set optimal for playing leads on acoustic guitar. - Phosphor bronze wound on a hex-shaped, high-carbon steel core wire. - Crafted in the USA with the freshest and finest materials. - Element Shield packaging ensures your strings stay as fresh as they were the day they were made. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0002DUXDO | | Body Material Type | Phosphor Bronze | | Brand Name | Ernie Ball | | Coating Description | coated | | Color | Rock & Blues | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (34,379) | | Finish Type | Uncoated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00749699121510 | | Included Components | Plain G-string | | Instrument | Acoustic Guitar | | Item Type Name | Acoustic Strings | | Item Weight | 0.08 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Ernie Ball | | Manufacturer Part Number | P02151 | | Material Type | Bronze | | Model Name | Rock & Blues (10-52) | | Model Number | P02151 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Acoustic Guitar | | Set Name | Rock & Blues | | String Gauge | Light | | String Material Type | Bronze | | UPC | 749699121510 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Ernie Ball - **Colour:** Rock & Blues - **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar - **String gauge:** Light - **String material type:** Bronze ## Images ![Ernie Ball Earthwood Rock and Blues w/Plain G Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - 10-52 Gauge - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81+ekbPFsoL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, 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 ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good sounding strings *by M***N on 9 December 2023* Original ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great *by R***. on 19 April 2023* Awesome ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ‘πŸ» *by K***. on 26 August 2024* Good thing I bought 2 of this coz one string got snapped. ## Frequently Bought Together - Ernie Ball Earthwood Rock & Blues Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, 10-52 Gauge (P02151) - Ernie Ball Earthwood Rock & Blues 80/20 Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, 10-52 Gauge (P02008) - Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 10-46 Gauge (P02221) --- ## 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.vu/products/286096660-ernie-ball-earthwood-rock-and-blues-w-plain-g-phosphor](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/286096660-ernie-ball-earthwood-rock-and-blues-w-plain-g-phosphor) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-06*