The innovative Ernie Ball Earthwood Silk & Steel Soft strings combine traditional craftsmanship with modern engineering to create a uniquely comfortable playing experience. These acoustic guitar strings feature an 80/20 bronze alloy wrap that provides the classic bright tone guitarists love, whilst incorporating a distinctive silk layer between the wrap and steel core.
This silk layer serves multiple purposes, producing a noticeably more mellow sound character compared to standard bronze strings. The silk also creates a softer feel under the fingers, making extended playing sessions more comfortable and reducing the finger noise that can interfere with recording or quiet performances.
The 80/20 bronze construction maintains the fundamental tonal qualities that make bronze strings popular among acoustic players, whilst the silk enhancement adds a refined touch that appeals to both studio musicians and live performers seeking a warmer, more controlled sound.
- Gauges .009 .009, .012 .012, .020w .009, .026 .012, .036 .020p, .046 .026
- Wound with 80/20 bronze wire providing a bright, balanced tone
- Ball ends are manufactured in-house from high quality brass wire rod
- Precision manufactured to the highest standards and most exacting specifications



