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Martin Retro Monel 12-String Acoustic Guitar Strings

Martin Retro Monel 12-string guitar strings were first developed in the 1930s and deliver a mellow yet crisp tone that showcases tonewoods.

Martin Retro Monel 12-String Acoustic Guitar Strings

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Martin 41MM1012 12-String Acoustic Guitar Strings

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Martin 41MM1012 12-String Acoustic Guitar Strings, Main
Martin 41MM1012 12-String Acoustic Guitar Strings, Main
Throw a set of Martin's 41MM1012 acoustic strings on your 12-string for reduced pick attack and the classic, mellow-yet-crisp sound of Monel steel.

Martin's proprietary Nickel/Copper alloy blend wrap wire provides for a reduced pick attack and allows the guitar's tone woods to be heard, not overshadowed. It offers a uniquely mellow, yet crisp, sound. Martin's wrap is a solid Nickel/Copper blend, not nickel plated, meaning there is no chance for defects to allow for corrosion. Martin's proprietary wrap is naturally strong and corrosion resistant, so much so that it has been used in the propeller of Dreadnaught battleships and various machinery and tooling applications.

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 610-759-2837

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. (1 ratings)
Submitted May 15, 2017 by Frederick R in Newport News, VA

"Nice sounding on a 12-string"

Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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I bought these shortly after Martin offered Retros for 12-strings. These played nice and sound real warm as advertised on my 1996 Martin D12-1. The Monel windings are sure corrosion-resistant. Unfortunately, the plain strings didn't last long. They tarnished like other ordinary strings under my acidic fingers. It'd be great if the plain strings received anti-corrosion treatment like the SP Lifespans so that they last as long as the Monel-wound ones.

Musical Background:

Acoustic guitarist and bassist for over 20 years

Musical Style:

Contempory worship
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