John Pearse JP160 – 80/20 Bronze Wound Acoustic Strings, Slightly Light Gauge

The John Pearse JP160 strings are wound with an 80/20 bronze alloy and come in a slightly light gauge (11-50) that sits between true light and medium sets. This gauge gives players the tonal warmth and projection they need without the extra tension that can make medium strings feel stiff — a practical choice for everyday playing and recording alike.

Key Features

• Alloy: 80/20 bronze wound (80% copper, 20% zinc)
• 1st string (high E): .011
• 2nd string (B): .015
• 3rd string (G): .022
• 4th string (D): .030
• 5th string (A): .040
• 6th string (low E): .050
• Complete 6-string set for steel-string acoustic guitar

Ideal For

The JP160 gauge works well for acoustic players who want a responsive, singing tone across the full frequency range. The slightly light tension makes bending and chord transitions easier on the fretting hand while still producing enough volume for unplugged performance. A solid choice for home studio recording, acoustic gigs, or daily practice on dreadnoughts, orchestra models, and parlour guitars alike.