Martin MSP4850 SP Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Bass Strings
- Phosphor bronze acoustic bass strings, medium
- Ultra-high quality steel core to resist breakage
- Bronze plating on core wires and plain strings
- Coated, bronze-plated finish
- 4 ounces, free from defect warranty
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A coated phosphor bronze set from Martin's SP line, built for long life and bright tone. The listing mixes bass and guitar entries, so check what instrument it is meant for.
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ASIN: B002IJ00YCModel: MSP4850Category: Acoustic Bass Strings
Overview
Martin builds the SP Studio and Performance series with a high-quality steel core designed to resist breakage. Core wires and plain strings carry a smooth acoustic bronze plating over phosphor bronze windings.
The bronze finish is described as functional more than decorative, aiming to prolong brightness, string life and tonal quality. The text describes a four-string acoustic bass set, though the specs call it a guitar item. Treat the instrument fit as something to confirm.
Who it's for
Players who gig or record and want maximum string life from a coated set. Shoppers buying for a six-string guitar should check the listing carefully, since the text describes a four-string bass set.
Pros and cons
- Steel core resists breakage
- Phosphor bronze windings
- Built for long string life
- Instrument fit is inconsistent
- Item type reads tailpiece
Performance notes
The steel core is developed with specialty producers so the strings resist breakage better than average. The bronze plating on core and plain strings is meant to prolong brightness and life. Tension comes from the medium gauge, listed as a decimal figure in the specs.
Specifications
| Brand | Martin |
|---|---|
| Model | MSP4850 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 4 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| String material | Phosphor bronze |
| Coating | Coated |
| Finish | Bronze plated |
| Core | Steel |
| Color | Bronze, golden |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty | Free from defect |
| Other details | |
| Gauge | Medium |
| Instrument | Acoustic bass strings per title; acoustic guitar per specs |
Frequently asked questions
How do I get long life from the Martin SP strings?
The description says the bronze plating on the core and plain strings is meant to prolong brightness, string life and tonal quality.
Are these bass strings or guitar strings?
The title and description say acoustic bass strings, four-string. The instrument entry says acoustic guitar and the item type says tailpiece. Confirm before ordering.
Are the strings coated?
The coating entry reads coated, with a bronze-plated finish.