Martin M130 Folk Guitar Silk and Steel Compound Wound Acoustic Strings
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Silky smooth sound and feel.
Gauges 11.5-14-23-28-38-47.
Martin M130 Folk Guitar Silk & Steel Compound Wound Acoustic Strings are steel strings that are wound with silk on the lower strings, making them softer to the touch and easier to play.
Martin strings are high-quality intended for daily use. Core and wrap wires must meet strict requirements in order to make the grade. Martin guitar strings are wound to precise specifications.
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Review Snapshot®
by PowerReviews(based on 45 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
86%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Consistent (5)
- Good tone (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Practicing (6)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Experienced (5)
Most Liked Positive Review
Like caressing the hips of a lover!
Went to my local music shop initially wanting to get a heavier gauge string so I could get some more volume out of my concert size martin. Ended up seeing these and going on a...Read complete review
Went to my local music shop initially wanting to get a heavier gauge string so I could get some more volume out of my concert size martin. Ended up seeing these and going on a one way trip to heaven.
They turned a well-balanced guitar into and even better balanced guitar. I've been getting a very even tone over the entire neck. They play like a dream, perfect combination of classical and steel string feel. Since they are very light there's not as much volume or punch but they sing so sweetly! They respond very well to playing dynamics, compliment the voice, and blend well with other instruments. If you're looking to cause a ruckus and get your rock'n'rolla on I'd go with a heavier string as the bass side tends to buzz and the treble side gets a bit harsh when you really dig in. Since they're light they aren't the best for slide playing (although my action is fairly low for slide in the first place) I've recommended this set to everyone I know
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Most Liked Negative Review
Put them on, played them, took them off.
I used these strings on a dreadnaught. They seem to stretch a lot. The tone is dull and muddy and I ended up having a bunch of issues with fret buzz. I took them...Read complete review
I used these strings on a dreadnaught. They seem to stretch a lot. The tone is dull and muddy and I ended up having a bunch of issues with fret buzz. I took them off and switched to the Martin SPs and everything was fine after that.
It's likely set up and preference. But I was after brighter highs and sharper lows. The silk and steels weren't up to the job. Everything seemed dull and low volume.
Like I said, once I switched them out to the SPs the guitar sounded great again.
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Pros
- Consistent
- Good Tone
- Long Life
- Strong
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Martin M130 Folk Guitar Silk and Steel Compound Wound Acoustic Strings:
I use these on my Martin D15 and absolutely love the almost piano-like sound I get from them. They are soft and subtle and about the closest you'll get to a nylon string sound with steel strings. Plus, being a soft sounding string, they last forever (use em until you get that blackness on your fingers). I use 80/20's on my spruce top/rosewood bodied Martin for a nice bright zing. But for the D15 or any mahogany guitar, if you want a soft, somber, piano-ish sound (especially for finger style) you will love these.
Pros
- They Are Strings
Cons
- Increased Fret Buzz
- Low Volume
- Poor Tone Quality
Best Uses
- Practicing
Comments about Martin M130 Folk Guitar Silk and Steel Compound Wound Acoustic Strings:
I used these strings on a dreadnaught. They seem to stretch a lot. The tone is dull and muddy and I ended up having a bunch of issues with fret buzz. I took them off and switched to the Martin SPs and everything was fine after that.
It's likely set up and preference. But I was after brighter highs and sharper lows. The silk and steels weren't up to the job. Everything seemed dull and low volume.
Like I said, once I switched them out to the SPs the guitar sounded great again.
Pros
- Comfortable
- Consistent
- Good Tone
- Long Life
- Strong
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Backup
- Concerts
- Practicing
Comments about Martin M130 Folk Guitar Silk and Steel Compound Wound Acoustic Strings:
I put these strings on an Ovation 1862 Custom Balladeer I own and they're amazing! Softer feeling and mellower sounding than standard steel strings, but brighter and louder than nylon, honestly they're an awesome hybrid and I love them!
Pros
- Good Tone
Cons
Best Uses
- Practicing
Comments about Martin M130 Folk Guitar Silk and Steel Compound Wound Acoustic Strings:
Installing these on my 1962 Favilla F6 has brought new life into a guitar I rarely played due to the lack of truss rod for adjustment. String tension is critical on this instrument and these strings provided ample tone, volume and intonation allowing me to fall in love with it again.
Pros
- Consistent
Cons
- Less Volume
Best Uses
- Practicing
Comments about Martin M130 Folk Guitar Silk and Steel Compound Wound Acoustic Strings:
I have severe back problems to the point that I can't always pick up a guitar, much less play. Last winter, I was down for months, and when I was finally able to play again, the strings felt like razor blades!!!
These strings, which I have used before and will again, allowed me to get my fingers back in shape!!
Great tone, great action, the only real downside is that you don't have the volume of heavier strings. But, if you have an acoustic/electric, it doesn't matter!
Pros
- Consistent
- Good Tone
- Smoothing playing
- Well balanced
Cons
- Quiet
Best Uses
- Backup
- Blues
- Finger Picking
- Folk
- Jazz
- Practicing
Comments about Martin M130 Folk Guitar Silk and Steel Compound Wound Acoustic Strings:
Went to my local music shop initially wanting to get a heavier gauge string so I could get some more volume out of my concert size martin. Ended up seeing these and going on a one way trip to heaven.
They turned a well-balanced guitar into and even better balanced guitar. I've been getting a very even tone over the entire neck. They play like a dream, perfect combination of classical and steel string feel. Since they are very light there's not as much volume or punch but they sing so sweetly! They respond very well to playing dynamics, compliment the voice, and blend well with other instruments. If you're looking to cause a ruckus and get your rock'n'rolla on I'd go with a heavier string as the bass side tends to buzz and the treble side gets a bit harsh when you really dig in. Since they're light they aren't the best for slide playing (although my action is fairly low for slide in the first place) I've recommended this set to everyone I know
Pros
- Consistent
- Good Tone
Cons
Best Uses
- Concerts
- Practicing
Comments about Martin M130 Folk Guitar Silk and Steel Compound Wound Acoustic Strings:
I play primarily finger-style; but, do not use a classical guitar, so the "silk and steel" strings give me the playability and warm tones I need.
Comments about Martin M130 Folk Guitar Silk and Steel Compound Wound Acoustic Strings:
I like silk and stell because my fingers love them - less wear and tear on flesh - nice softy feel and a good sound. for the first time the ball end stripped off the wire on the high E but other than that the sets are great. can't complain about a single defective string out of 4 packs. For other people who like a comfortable string this is the best.
Comments about Martin M130 Folk Guitar Silk and Steel Compound Wound Acoustic Strings:
I first tried these as the "Stupid Deal of the Day". Maybe MF's low price was stupid, but they wound up (no pun intended) making me use these exclusively. Pretty smart stupidity!
I really love it when another guitarists ask "What kind of strings are you using?" At that point, I become an unpaid "traveling salesman" on behalf of Martin's M130's and Musician's Friend for being my sole source. Then, to show how easy they are one one's fingers, I let 'em play my guitar. I have yet to hear anyone complain.
Martin's M130 Silk & Steel acoustic strings' construction intrigued me, so I gave 'em a chance.
Their quality sound is "just right", as Goldilocks might say.
Top notch! Prior to this,I thought Martin quality was only found in their instruments.
Price is fair. I wish they offered 10-packs.
Comments about Martin M130 Folk Guitar Silk and Steel Compound Wound Acoustic Strings:
I wasn't happy at all with these strings. Just too soft for my playing. I have already replaced them with a heavier gauge. I will chalk it up as a learning experience.
Brian Heston
Good quality
2 out 5
