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Ernie Ball

Ernie Ball Paradigm P03678 Light Phosphor Bronze 2 Pack

  • Light gauge, 11-52
  • 2 sets in the pack
  • Phosphor bronze with a nanotreatment coating
  • Warm and rich sound profile

Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A coated, light phosphor bronze two-pack that carries the Earthwood sound, with strength and lifespan as the claims. The bronze alloy version is sold separately.

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ASIN: B0CGK3WL8TCategory: Acoustic Guitar Strings

Overview

A stage or studio is where these Ernie Ball Paradigm strings are meant to work, bringing the Earthwood tone and feel in a coated phosphor bronze light set. Construction is described as built for strength and lifespan.

Long life is the pitch, and the nanotreatment coating is the feature behind it. The listing gives no warranty detail beyond contacting the maker, and the other alloy has to be chosen as a separate product.

Who it's for

Players on stage or in the studio who want long-lasting light strings and a spare set. Anyone after a bronze alloy instead of phosphor bronze should choose that Paradigm variant.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Coated for longer life
  • Break-resistant construction described
  • Light gauge for easy fretting
  • Warm, rich tone
Cons
  • Warranty details left to the maker
  • Light gauge only

Performance notes

The nanotreatment coating protects the wire from the build-up that dulls tone, and the phosphor bronze alloy supplies the warm, rich voice. Light gauge lowers tension, which eases fretting and bending. Construction is described as built for strength, which targets breakage.

Specifications

BrandErnie Ball
Construction & materials
String Material TypePhosphor bronze
Coating DescriptionCoated (nanotreatment)
Finish TypeNanotreatment
Included components
Number of Packs2
Included Components2 sets of guitar strings
Other details
String GaugeLight (11-52)
InstrumentAcoustic guitar
Sound ProfileWarm and rich
Model numberP03678

Frequently asked questions

Are Ernie Ball Paradigm strings 80/20 bronze?

This P03678 pack is phosphor bronze. The description says the Paradigm line is available in both 80/20 bronze and phosphor bronze.

Are Ernie Ball Paradigm strings uncoated?

No. The listing gives the strings as coated, with a nanotreatment finish.

Are Ernie Ball Paradigm strings the same as Earthwood?

No. The description says Paradigm sets offer the iconic Earthwood tone and feel, and they are sold as a distinct Paradigm line.