--- product_id: 252346132 title: "MM12 Retro Monel Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light, 12-54" brand: "martin" price: "S$31" currency: SGD in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.sg/products/252346132-mm12-retro-monel-acoustic-guitar-strings-light-12-54 store_origin: SG region: Singapore --- # Warm vintage tone with quick mellowing Light gauge 12-54 for effortless play Proprietary Monel alloy for long-lasting durability MM12 Retro Monel Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light, 12-54 **Brand:** martin **Price:** S$31 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Unlock your guitar’s true vintage voice — play like the pros, sound like a legend. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** MM12 Retro Monel Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light, 12-54 by martin - **How much does it cost?** S$31 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sg](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/252346132-mm12-retro-monel-acoustic-guitar-strings-light-12-54) ## 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 - • **Vintage Warmth:** Quickly mellows to a rich, woody tone that highlights your guitar’s natural acoustic character. - • **Unmatched Durability:** Crafted with Martin’s proprietary nickel-copper Monel wrap, these strings resist corrosion and maintain tuning stability through hours of play. - • **Effortless Playability:** Light 12-54 gauge strings reduce finger fatigue and enhance speed for those marathon jam sessions. - • **Pro-Grade Craftsmanship:** Backed by Martin’s legacy since 1833, these strings deliver consistent, professional sound quality every time. - • **Versatile Style Compatibility:** Perfect for finger-style blues, Americana, country, bluegrass, and ragtime — your all-in-one tonal solution. ## Overview Martin MM12 Retro Monel Acoustic Guitar Strings (Light 12-54) feature a proprietary nickel-copper alloy Monel wrap for superior durability and corrosion resistance. Designed to produce a warm, mellow vintage tone with excellent note separation, these light-gauge strings offer tuning stability and long-lasting performance, ideal for a wide range of acoustic styles from blues to bluegrass. Crafted with professional-grade quality, they bring out the natural woody character of your guitar for an authentic playing experience. ## Description Martin Retro Acoustic Strings provide unrivaled quality, craftsmanship, and tone for your acoustic guitar. Designed to produce a true, consistent tone, these light-gauge strings provide incredible note separation and balance, allowing your guitar's natural wood tones to shine. Made from a solid nickel-copper alloy blend, these strings feature Martin's proprietary Monel wrap wire for enhanced longevity and durability. Naturally corrosion resistant, they provide tuning stability so they can hold up after hours and hours of playing. This total set of professional-grade guitar strings will last through long jam sessions, late-night campfire songs, and plenty of picking. Designed to bring out a sweet, mellow tone from your guitar, these nickel-copper guitar strings can be used for finger-style blues, Americana, country, bluegrass, ragtime, and many more styles. They sound great plugged into an acoustic-electric guitar or played with a guitar slide. With this pack, you'll receive 6 light-gauge guitar strings. The low E string measures 0.054", the A string measures 0.041", the D string measures 0.031", the G string measures 0.025", the B string measures 0.015", and the high E string measures 0.012". This total set of light-gauge strings features a tension of 162.91 and makes it easy to get a mellow, bright tone out of your guitar. Martin Guitar has been producing high-quality, musician-choice guitars and guitar accessories since 1833. The Martin Retro Acoustic Light-Gauge Guitar Strings are the real deal—not an imitation. Discover your guitar's true voice with this professional-grade guitar string pack. ## Features - Light: 12-54 - Crafted from a long-lasting proprietary nickel-based alloy blend - Mellows quickly to a warm vintage tone that brings out the unique, woody sounds in your acoustic guitar ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B00JQZS4HG | | Best Sellers Rank | #21,205 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #331 in Acoustic Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | tin-plated steel core, Monel wrap | | Brand Name | Martin | | Coating Description | coated | | Colour | Multicolor | | Country Of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,019) 4.5 out of 5 stars | | Finish Type | copper | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00729789418478, 00729789552936 | | Included Components | 6 guitar strings | | Instrument | Acoustic Guitar | | Item Type Name | Acoustic Guitar Strings | | Manufacturer | Martin | | Manufacturer Part Number | 41Y19MM12 | | Material Type | Nickel-Copper Alloy | | Model Name | MM12 | | Model Number | 41Y19MM12 | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Acoustic music, finger-style blues, Americana, country, bluegrass, ragtime | | Set Name | Light | | Sound Profile | Warm, Mellow, Balanced, Vintage | | String Gauge | Light | | String Material Type | Nickel | | Unit Count | 1.00 Count | | Upc | 729789418478 729789552936 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Martin - **String Gauge:** Light - **Colour:** Multicolor - **Instrument:** Acoustic Guitar - **String Material Type:** Nickel ## Images ![MM12 Retro Monel Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light, 12-54 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61wHRtlAmsL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great strings! *by on Reviewed in Canada 14 January 2026* Martin Retro strings have a look and sound that is truly vintage. Love these strings. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ideales para archtop y resonadoras *by on Reviewed in Spain 15 August 2021* Recién puestas suenan muy metálicas, pero al cabo de un tiempo suenan bien y siguen sonando bien mucho tiempo. Son perfectas para archtops acústicas y para resonadoras. En guitarras acústicas tipo flat top me suenan poco cálidas. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Corde G aigue qui a pété pendant l'installation ! *by on Reviewed in France 12 August 2022* Le G aiguë (0.23) a pété malgré toute ma prudence et précaution.Le pire, c'est que j'ai remplacé cette corde par une d'un jeu Martin authentic tirant 10 (MA-500)Et malgré toute ma précaution redoublée, elle a aussi pété !Finalement, j'ai remplacé la fameuse corde par une de tirant 12 et ça va.Bref, mauvaise expérience malgré le son magnifique des cordes ! ## Frequently Bought Together - Martin Retro Acoustic MM12 Light-Gauge Guitar Strings, Monel Nickel - D'Addario Accessories Pro-Winder Guitar String Winder, Cutter, Bridge Pin Puller - All in One Guitar Tool - Black - Martin Retro Acoustic Guitar Strings - .011-.052 Custom Light (MM11) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sg/products/252346132-mm12-retro-monel-acoustic-guitar-strings-light-12-54](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/252346132-mm12-retro-monel-acoustic-guitar-strings-light-12-54) --- *Product available on Desertcart Singapore* *Store origin: SG* *Last updated: 2026-08-26*