Ernie Ball P02403 musical instrument strings Acoustic 6 pc(s) Nylon Guitar

Ernie Ball P02403 acoustic guitar strings set for classical and nylon-string guitars includes six strings made from solid nylon filament for trebles and wound bronze-plated copper for basses. The set is designed for acoustic classical instruments and delivers consistent intonation and medium tension playability. Strings are manufactured to strict tolerances to provide reliable performance and long life for practice and performance situations.

Advantages

This six-piece set combines solid nylon trebles with fourth, fifth, and sixth strings wound in 80/20 bronze-plated copper over a nylon floss core, producing a balanced tone with clear highs and warm lows. Medium tension offers a compromise between playability and projection, suitable for fingerstyle and light positional work. Precision manufacturing ensures consistent gauge accuracy and string-to-string balance for dependable tuning stability and predictable feel.

Suitable for

• Classical and concert nylon-string acoustic guitars
• Students and practicing musicians requiring reliable, consistent strings
• Fingerstyle and light strumming on acoustic classical guitars
• Replacement sets for regular maintenance and performance preparation

Key specifications

• String type: Nylon trebles with bronze-plated copper wound basses
• Tension: Medium
• Gauge set (in inches): 1st .028, 2nd .032, 3rd .040, 4th .030, 5th .036, 6th .042
• Set composition: 6 strings (complete classical guitar set)
• Core for wound strings: Nylon floss core

How to use

Install the strings on a classical or concert acoustic guitar following standard stringing procedure: secure the wound basses and tie the nylon trebles at the bridge, then wind and tune at the tuning pegs. Stretch each new string gently after initial tuning to reduce early detuning, then retune as the strings settle. Use appropriate string winding techniques to avoid slippage and ensure consistent tension across the nut and bridge.

Usage recommendations

For best results, pair these medium-tension Ernie Ball nylon strings with a properly set-up classical guitar: check neck relief, action height, and saddle and nut condition. Replace strings periodically based on playing frequency to maintain tonal clarity and tuning stability.