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product_id: 153812325
title: "Martin Retro Acoustic Guitar Strings - .011-.052 Custom Light (MM11)"
brand: "martin"
price: "€ 16.46"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Martin"
url: https://www.desertcart.it/products/153812325-martin-retro-acoustic-guitar-strings-011-052-custom-light-mm11
store_origin: IT
region: Italy
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# Corrosion-resistant for long life Custom light gauge for easy play Monel alloy for true tone Martin Retro Acoustic Guitar Strings - .011-.052 Custom Light (MM11)

**Brand:** martin
**Price:** € 16.46
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Unlock your guitar’s soul with strings that speak vintage vibes.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Martin Retro Acoustic Guitar Strings - .011-.052 Custom Light (MM11) by martin
- **How much does it cost?** € 16.46 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## 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

- • **Pure Vintage Tone:** Monel nickel-copper alloy delivers warm, authentic acoustic sound that lets your guitar’s natural voice shine.
- • **Pro-Grade Performance:** Trusted by professionals, these strings maintain rich tone plugged in or unplugged, ensuring you never miss a beat on stage.
- • **Effortless Playability:** Custom light gauge (.011-.052) reduces finger fatigue and makes bending notes smoother—perfect for fingerstyle and blues.
- • **Versatile Sound Profile:** Optimized for small to medium-bodied guitars, these strings balance clarity and punch without overpowering your tonewoods.
- • **Endurance Meets Elegance:** Corrosion-resistant materials extend string life, keeping your tone consistent through countless gigs and practice sessions.

## Overview

Martin Retro Acoustic Guitar Strings (.011-.052 Custom Light) are crafted from corrosion-resistant monel alloy, offering a warm, vintage tone with enhanced durability. Designed for professional acoustic players seeking effortless playability and authentic sound, these strings excel in fingerstyle and blues genres, delivering consistent performance on small to medium-bodied guitars.

## Description

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Review: My favorite country-blues strings - My go-to strings for finger style blues. These are simple strings with a classic sound, heavy on the fundamental and light on overtones. If you play on a small-body guitar, or play a style like ragtime or blues that really emphasizes punch/clarity over sustain, these are a must. String noise is low, packaging is simple (each string in its own labeled envelope, I can’t stand the 2-per envelope thing sone companies do). The strings are a dull silver and will eventually show some corrosion, but they sound better than coated ones imho and they last quite a while. Price is good, tone is great! I think they really shine on a mahogany or cedar topped guitar.
Review: Vintage warmth - I love these strings. After testing many strings (including standard phosphor bronze which were a little bright, and silk and steel which were a little too mellow), I’ve settled on these for the time being, as the best sounding for my Eastman e8om. My Eastman is rosewood and Sitka, and while it sounds great, it can be naturally a little bright/tinny on the high e and b, which I don’t like as much. These retro Martin Monel strings are nickel and work wonderfully at cutting some of the brightness/harshness, to sound a little warmer and more martinesque. Sound great finger picking and strummed. And in a custom light gauge, are very easy to play imo. 5/5.

## Features

- PROFESSIONAL GUITAR STRINGS: Made from monel, a nickel-copper alloy, our Retro acoustic strings provide a reduced pick attack that allows the guitar’s tonewoods to be heard—not overshadowed. These solid guitar strings are the real deal, offering a true, consistent tone.
- LONG-LASTING DESIGN: Discover your guitar’s true voice. These strings are designed with Martin’s naturally corrosion-resistant materials to protect the core and wrap wire and extend string life while ensuring a quality feel in every note. They’re available in extra-light, custom light, light, medium-light (“Laurence Juber’s Choice”), and medium gauges as well as in the bluegrass-inspired “Tony Rice’s Choice” string gauge.
- PERFORMANCE READY: Best for rigorous practice and performance, our Retro Acoustic Guitar Strings offer enhanced longevity with a warm natural tone, and they sound great plugged in. If you have finger fatigue after playing or wish bending notes was easier, try a lighter string gauge.
- VERSATILE STRINGS: String gauge is an important part of getting the best sound out of your guitar. We recommend using only our extra-light through medium-gauge strings on our guitars. Medium-gauge strings deliver more volume and are perfect for larger-bodied guitars.
- THE TONE YOU DESERVE: For every handmade element we craft, we never forget why we do it: To help you set your creativity free. You’ll find a wide range of Martin strings that fit your instrument and playing style. Enjoy incredible tone, no matter what you play.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07SH38NM5 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #4,814 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #58 in Acoustic Guitar Strings |
| Brand Name | MARTIN |
| Color | Custom Light |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,499 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Copper |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00729789552929 |
| Instrument | Acoustic Guitar |
| Item Height | 4.5 inches |
| Item Type Name | Acoustic Guitar Strings |
| Item Weight | 20 Grams |
| Manufacturer | C. F. Martin & Co. |
| String Gauge | Custom Light |
| String Material Type | Nickel |
| UPC | 729789552929 |
| Warranty Description | Na. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** MARTIN
- **String Gauge:** Custom Light
- **Color:** Custom Light
- **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar
- **String Material Type:** Nickel

## Images

![Martin Retro Acoustic Guitar Strings - .011-.052 Custom Light (MM11) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81sKmsQHTIL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My favorite country-blues strings
*by W***N on October 22, 2025*

My go-to strings for finger style blues. These are simple strings with a classic sound, heavy on the fundamental and light on overtones. If you play on a small-body guitar, or play a style like ragtime or blues that really emphasizes punch/clarity over sustain, these are a must. String noise is low, packaging is simple (each string in its own labeled envelope, I can’t stand the 2-per envelope thing sone companies do). The strings are a dull silver and will eventually show some corrosion, but they sound better than coated ones imho and they last quite a while. Price is good, tone is great! I think they really shine on a mahogany or cedar topped guitar.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Vintage warmth
*by M***L on November 27, 2025*

I love these strings. After testing many strings (including standard phosphor bronze which were a little bright, and silk and steel which were a little too mellow), I’ve settled on these for the time being, as the best sounding for my Eastman e8om. My Eastman is rosewood and Sitka, and while it sounds great, it can be naturally a little bright/tinny on the high e and b, which I don’t like as much. These retro Martin Monel strings are nickel and work wonderfully at cutting some of the brightness/harshness, to sound a little warmer and more martinesque. Sound great finger picking and strummed. And in a custom light gauge, are very easy to play imo. 5/5.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best strings for singer/songwriter (to me!)
*by C***N on May 25, 2025*

I’ve been looking for strings that are warm and mellow, without all of the overtones. These are it! I am also a singer, so it works well with my voice without competing with it. They also stay in tuned better than any other string that I’ve used. I play longer gig sets, and my fingers hold up well because of the lower tension. I highly recommend, and will not be going back on my Martin 00017!

## Frequently Bought Together

- Martin Retro Acoustic Guitar Strings - .011-.052 Custom Light (MM11)
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*Store origin: IT*
*Last updated: 2026-01-22*