What would be the downside of putting these strings on an old classical guitar I bought for $25. Would it cause the neck to bow?

Your guitar will be damaged on a classical with steel strings. Classical guitars necks are not built for steel they are built for nylon strings. Your neck will bow and warp

Are the first 3 strings nylon?

No, they are plain steel as in other acoustic sets. Nylon would only be found on classical sets.

What would be the best string size to use on a used acoustic guitar to be played by a 9 year old boy?

The lighter the guage...the easier to bend. The easier to bend...the harder to control. Since its an acoustic guitar, i would start with 10's ...try .10 to .46. Thats a pretty standard guage. He should be able to tell if he would like a smaller guage in which case go to 9's. Better yet....take him to a guitar shop and let him try some different guage strings. If hes just strumming, he may like the 10's. When hes ready for more sophisticated play, and until his hands get larger and stronger, he may need the 9's. Happy playing!

Can I put nylon strings on a guitar that use to have metal?

You can. You will need to do a neck adjustment to makeup for the lower tension. These strings are metal that the question was asked under.

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Ernie Ball Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - 12-54 Gauge

Ernie Ball Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings - 12-54 Gauge

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Details

Brand
Ernie Ball
Colour
Medium Light
Instrument
Acoustic
String gauge
Medium
String material type
Bronze

🎸12-54 gauge medium light strings

🛡️Element Shield packaging for freshness

🇺🇸Crafted in the USA with premium materials

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Description

🎶 Elevate your acoustic vibe with strings that speak your style.

FRESHNESS GUARANTEED - Element Shield packaging locks in the factory-fresh feel and tone every time you open a pack.
PERFECT MEDIUM LIGHT GAUGE - 12-54 gauge strings offer the ideal blend of playability and projection for serious acoustic players.
RICH WARM TONE WITH CLARITY - Phosphor bronze winding delivers balanced sound that stands out in any jam session.
TRUSTED BY PROS LOVED BY ALL - Over 13,000 five-star reviews prove these strings are a staple for acoustic guitarists worldwide.
HEX SHAPED HIGH CARBON STEEL CORE - Ensures durability and consistent tension for reliable performance gig after gig.

Ernie Ball Earthwood Medium Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings (12-54 gauge) combine a hex-shaped high-carbon steel core with phosphor bronze winding to deliver a warm, rich tone with excellent clarity. Crafted in the USA and sealed in Element Shield packaging, these strings maintain freshness and durability, making them a top choice for acoustic guitarists seeking balanced sound and reliable playability.

Specifications

ASIN	B0002DUQ04
Body Material Type	Bronze
Brand	Ernie Ball
Brand Name	Ernie Ball
Coating Description	uncoated
Coating description	uncoated
Color	Medium Light
Colour	Medium Light
Customer Reviews	4.7 out of 5 stars 13,132 Reviews
Finish Type	Bronze Plated
Global Trade Identification Number	00749699121466
Hand Orientation	both
Included Components	Strings only
Instrument	Acoustic Guitar
Item Type Name	Acoustic Strings
Item Weight	0.01 Pounds
Manufacturer	Ernie Ball
Manufacturer Part Number	P02146
Material Type	Bronze
Model Name	Medium Light (12-54)
Model Number	P02146
Number of Items	1
Recommended Uses For Product	Acoustic Guitar
Set Name	Medium Light 6-String Acoustic Guitar Strings
Sound Profile	Balanced
String Gauge	Medium
String Material Type	Bronze
String gauge	Medium
String material type	Bronze
UPC	749699121466
Unit Count	1 Count

Reviews

M**N

Good sounding strings

Original

9.12.2023

B**E

Notfall Saiten

Ich spiele eher eine etwas hochwertigere Saitenmarke. Aber Ende des Monats war nicht mehr so viel Geld über. Deswegen hat meine Taylor diese Saiten bekommen. Klingen gut aber Elixir bleib ich dann doch treu.

1.05.2025

S**S

Top

Efficace a chaque fois

16.12.2022

A**N

Works

29.07.2024

M**R

Long lasting

Love these strings. Long lasting and full sound

12.06.2025

E**N

Teşekkürler

Ürün görseldeki gibi geldi teşekkürler.

18.09.2022

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