---
product_id: 4659830
title: "Earthwood Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, 11-52 Gauge (P02148)"
brand: "ernie ball"
price: "VT3015"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Ernie Ball"
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/4659830-earthwood-light-phosphor-bronze-acoustic-guitar-strings-11-52-gauge
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
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# 11-52 light gauge for effortless play Element Shield Packaging for extended freshness Made in California with premium materials Earthwood Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, 11-52 Gauge (P02148)

**Brand:** ernie ball
**Price:** VT3015
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your acoustic vibe—strings that keep you sounding fresh and ahead of the curve!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Earthwood Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, 11-52 Gauge (P02148) by ernie ball
- **How much does it cost?** VT3015 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/4659830-earthwood-light-phosphor-bronze-acoustic-guitar-strings-11-52-gauge)

## 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

- • **Precision Engineering:** Hex-shaped, high-carbon steel core provides strength and tuning stability without sacrificing tone.
- • **Trusted Craftsmanship:** Proudly made in California, combining heritage quality with modern string technology for consistent performance.
- • **Comfortable Playability:** Light gauge strings (.011-.052) ensure smooth fretting and effortless strumming for long practice or gigs.
- • **Durability Meets Freshness:** Element Shield Packaging locks in freshness, keeping your strings vibrant and ready to perform longer.
- • **Warm, Rich Tone with Clarity:** Phosphor bronze wrap delivers a balanced, expressive sound that stands out in any session.

## Overview

Ernie Ball Earthwood Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings (11-52 gauge) offer a warm, clear tone with excellent projection. Featuring a phosphor bronze wrap on a hex-shaped high-carbon steel core, these strings balance playability and durability. Packaged with Element Shield technology to maintain freshness, they are crafted in California to ensure premium quality and consistent performance for acoustic guitarists seeking reliable, expressive sound.

## 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 .011, .015, .022w, .030, .042, .052.

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.
Review: Solid strings with a balanced sound - Excellent tone and feel These strings sound great right out of the package and feel comfortable under the fingers. The medium-light gauge is a good balance of warmth and playability, and they tuned up quickly without much stretching. I’ve been playing acoustic guitar for years and these delivered exactly what I expected—clear tone, consistent quality, and solid feel across all strings. I’d happily buy these again.

## Features

- Warm, rich tone with excellent projection and clarity
- Light gauge provides playability and comfortable fretting while maintaining rich, expressive tone
- 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 | B0002DUPZU |
| Best Sellers Rank | #62 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #6 in Acoustic Guitar Strings |
| Body Material Type | Hex-shaped, High-carbon Steel |
| Brand | Ernie Ball |
| Brand Name | Ernie Ball |
| Coating Description | coated |
| Color | Light |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 33,851 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Copper |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00749699121480 |
| Included Components | Guitar Strings |
| Instrument | Acoustic Guitar |
| Item Type Name | Acoustic Guitar Strings |
| Item Weight | 1.5 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | Ernie Ball Music Man |
| Material Type | Phosphor Bronze |
| Model Name | Light (11-52) |
| Model Number | P02148 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Acoustic Guitar |
| String Gauge | .011 |
| String Material Type | Phosphor Bronze |
| UPC | 749699121480 |
| Warranty Description | Limited manufacturer warranty. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Ernie Ball
- **String Gauge:** .011
- **Color:** Light (11-52)
- **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar
- **String Material Type:** Phosphor Bronze

## Images

![Earthwood Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, 11-52 Gauge (P02148) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81oL-VlouqL.jpg)

## Available Options

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

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solid strings with a balanced sound
*by T***R on January 2, 2026*

Excellent tone and feel These strings sound great right out of the package and feel comfortable under the fingers. The medium-light gauge is a good balance of warmth and playability, and they tuned up quickly without much stretching. I’ve been playing acoustic guitar for years and these delivered exactly what I expected—clear tone, consistent quality, and solid feel across all strings. I’d happily buy these again.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality at Value Price
*by C***T on December 31, 2025*

I strung these on a Parlor guitar - I really like the sound they give the small bodied guitar. Sounds rich and full. Also easy to play. I think the longevity is also really strong. I have had them on a long time and I feel they sound equal or better than when I just put them on. I am just a casual player - but I really think these are quality at a value price.

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*Store origin: VU*
*Last updated: 2026-02-26*