--- product_id: 255692556 title: "MA550 Authentic Acoustic - SP - Phosphor Bronze Medium(13-56)" brand: "martin" price: "₱1413" currency: PHP in_stock: true category: "Martin" url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/255692556-ma550-authentic-acoustic-sp-phosphor-bronze-medium-13-56 store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # Phosphor bronze for bright, rich sound Medium gauge 13-56 for balanced tone High tensile-strength core wire MA550 Authentic Acoustic - SP - Phosphor Bronze Medium(13-56) **Brand:** martin **Price:** ₱1413 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your sound, own the stage with Martin Authentic Acoustic Strings! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** MA550 Authentic Acoustic - SP - Phosphor Bronze Medium(13-56) by martin - **How much does it cost?** ₱1413 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/255692556-ma550-authentic-acoustic-sp-phosphor-bronze-medium-13-56) ## Best For - martin enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted martin brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Versatile Playability:** Ideal for fingerpicking, flatpicking, and every genre from folk to rock - • **Pro-Grade Craftsmanship:** Martin’s own precision manufacturing ensures premium quality every time - • **Bright & Balanced Tonality:** Phosphor bronze strings that bring out your guitar’s true voice - • **Unmatched Tuning Stability:** Stay in perfect pitch through marathon practice and gigs - • **Durability Meets Performance:** Engineered with corrosion-resistant wrap wire for long-lasting brilliance ## Overview Martin MA550 Authentic Acoustic Strings are medium gauge (13-56) phosphor bronze strings designed for professional acoustic guitarists seeking bright, rich tones and superior tuning stability. Featuring a high tensile-strength core wire and corrosion-resistant wrap, these uncoated strings deliver consistent performance across genres, making them a trusted choice for demanding practice and live performance. ## Description Martin Authentic Acoustic Superior Performance SP strings feature higher tensile strength and tin-plated core wire on all six strings that enable a fuller and more balanced tone, quicker response and increased tuning stability. Our impeccable standards for acoustic guitar tone are embedded in our string design and precision manufacturing process. That's why we make our own. ## Features - BRIGHT TONES: Martin Authentic Acoustic Strings provide excellent tuning stability and playability with bright and rich tones. Discover your guitar's true voice with this professional-grade guitar string pack. - SUPERIOR STRINGS: These strings are engineered to thrive during rigorous practice and performance schedules. These silk and steel folk strings feature our highest tensile-strength core wire paired with quality wrap wire for corrosion resistance and tuning stability. - VERSATILE STRING SOUNDS: Designed to bring out a consistent and true tone from your guitar, these guitar strings can be used for fingerpicking, flat picking, and other methods. Use these strings in any genre—country, bluegrass, folk, blues, rock, and more. - MEDIUM ACOUSTIC STRINGS: Measuring from a 0.013" high E string to a 0.056" low E string, these are high-quality acoustic guitar strings that brighten the natural tuning of your guitar, including tenor, mid-tones, and bass. They feature a tension of 190.9. - AUTHENTIC ACOUSTIC: With Martin Authentic Acoustic, you get a set of strings designed for performance and playability. Martin guitars and accessories remain the choice for musicians around the world for their unrivaled quality, craftsmanship, and tone. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07GTGW6H6 | | Body Material Type | Phosphor Bronze | | Brand Name | Martin | | Coating Description | Uncoated | | Color | Phosphor Bronze Medium 13-56 | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,406) | | Finish Type | Bronze Plated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00729789557870 | | Included Components | Guitar Strings | | Instrument | Acoustic Guitar | | Item Type Name | Acoustic Guitar Strings | | Item Weight | 30 Grams | | Manufacturer | C.F. Martin & Co. | | Manufacturer Part Number | 41Y18MA550 | | Material Type | Phosphor Bronze | | Model Name | MA550 | | Model Number | 41Y18MA550 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Playing acoustic guitar | | String Gauge | Medium | | String Material Type | Phosphor Bronze | | UPC | 729789557870 | | Unit Count | 6 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Martin - **Colour:** Phosphor Bronze Medium 13-56 - **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar - **String gauge:** Medium - **String material type:** Phosphor Bronze ## Images ![MA550 Authentic Acoustic - SP - Phosphor Bronze Medium(13-56) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71aomgT41kL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What does string gauge even mean?** A: Gauge refers to the diameter of a string. Gauges are described in thousandths of an inch and can be found listed on the back of a string pack. Overall, string gauges are classified as: Extra light, Custom light, Light, Medium and Heavy **Q: What is your experience Level?** A: Lighter - Easier to fret (important for beginners) and to bend. Better resonance under a lighter touch, common when first starting out. Heavier- Bigger sound provide more volume and resonance. Better tuning stability tays in tune longer. **Q: Consider the body size of your guitar.** A: Lighter - Exert less tension and are typically recommended for smaller bodied guitars such as 0, 00, 000, and OM, plus all cutaway models Heavier - Exert more tension and are typically recommended for larger body sizes **Q: What style of music do you play?** A: Lighter - Good choice for rock, folk, country, and blues style playing with a lighter attack (plucking) Heavier - Good choice for rock, country, and blues style playing with a harder attack **Q: What sound are you going for?** A: Lighter - Offer appropriate volume and range for playing in an intimate setting. Heavier - Produces more volume and sustain. Great choice if you’re accompanied by other players. ## Frequently Bought Together - Martin Authentic Acoustic Guitar Strings - Superior Performance - Martin Authentic Acoustic Guitar Strings, Superior Performance Custom Light 11-52, 80/20 Bronze - D'Addario Accessories Pro-Winder Guitar String Winder, Cutter, Bridge Pin Puller - All in One Guitar Tool - Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/255692556-ma550-authentic-acoustic-sp-phosphor-bronze-medium-13-56](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/255692556-ma550-authentic-acoustic-sp-phosphor-bronze-medium-13-56) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-06-21*