Martin Authentic Lifespan 2.0 Treated Acoustic Guitar Strings
- 25 sets listed in included components
- 92/8 phosphor bronze with anti-corrosion treatment
- Light gauge: .012, .016, .025, .032, .042, .054
- Tension 168.5 listed
- Balanced, versatile sound profile
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A light-gauge phosphor bronze set from Martin with an anti-corrosion treatment, listed with a quantity of twenty-five sets. The description talks about a single six-string pack, so confirm the count before ordering.
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ASIN: B07GP5NV6JModel: Authentic Lifespan 2.0Category: Acoustic Guitar Strings
Overview
A practice room, a studio and a touring stage all appear in the maker's pitch for this Lifespan 2.0 set. The strings use phosphor bronze with a patented treatment, and the light gauges run from a thin high string to a heavier low one.
Buying in bulk suits a teacher, a shop or a player who changes strings often, if the quantity is as listed. The limitation is conflict in the listing, which says twenty-five sets in one field and six strings in the description.
Who it's for
Teachers, repair shops and working players who go through sets quickly and want a treated, balanced light string for many styles. A casual player after one set should confirm quantity before ordering.
Pros and cons
- Anti-corrosion treatment on core and wire
- Phosphor bronze wrap
- Light gauges listed per string
- Balanced, versatile sound
- Quantity conflicts within the listing
- Warranty listed as not applicable
- Tension figure has no unit
Performance notes
A treated wrap resists the corrosion that dulls strings from sweat and humidity. Light gauges bend easily and ask for less finger force, though they give up some volume to heavier sets. Heavier low strings carry the bass while thin high ones carry the treble.
Specifications
| Brand | Martin |
|---|---|
| Model | Authentic Lifespan 2.0 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 1.12 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| String Material Type | Phosphor bronze (92/8) |
| Coating Description | Anti-corrosion, listed as bronze |
| Finish Type | Bronze plated |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 25 sets of guitar strings |
| Other details | |
| String Gauge | Light |
| Instrument | Acoustic guitar |
| Gauges | High E .012, B .016, G .025, D .032, A .042, low E .054 |
| Sound Profile | Balanced and versatile |
| Total tension | 168.5 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Martin Lifespan 2.0 41Y18MA540T a single set?
The included components field says 25 sets, but the description says six strings, so the listing contradicts itself. Confirm with the seller.
Are these Martin strings for electric guitar?
No. The instrument is listed as acoustic guitar.
What gauges are in the Martin 41Y18MA540T set?
The description lists .012, .016, .025, .032, .042 and .054.