Martin
SC-13E
Acoustic· Modern cutaway
Martin's modern cutaway with asymmetric neck shape — designed for electric-guitar players transitioning to acoustic. Contemporary Martin design.
Best strings for Martin SC-13E
Character-matched pairings, ordered by fit
Martin
Lifespan 2.0 Phosphor Bronze
12–54 · $11.99
Lifespan coated PB for SC-13E gigging — modern design for modern gigging musicians.
Brightness6
Warmth8
Sustain7
Durability9
Playability6
Value8
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Elixir
Nanoweb Phosphor Bronze
12–53 · $14.99
Nanoweb on SC-13E for touring electric-guitar converts who value longevity.
Brightness7
Warmth7
Sustain7
Durability9
Playability6
Value8
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D'Addario
EJ16 Phosphor Bronze
12–53 · $6.99
Reference PB on SC-13E for players comparing traditional Martin voice.
Brightness6
Warmth7
Sustain6
Durability4
Playability6
Value9
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Martin
Authentic Acoustic SP
12–54 · $7.99
Martin SP on SC-13E — factory Martin voice on Martin's modern cutaway design.
Brightness5
Warmth9
Sustain8
Durability4
Playability6
Value8
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More strings in this sonic family
Similar character, different brand or gauge
Newtone
Heritage Acoustic
12–54 · $14.99
Brightness6
Warmth9
Sustain8
Durability6
Playability7
Value6
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D'Addario
ETB92 Phosphor Bronze Baritone
13–62 · $9.99
Brightness4
Warmth7
Sustain8
Durability5
Playability3
Value7
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John Pearse
600L Phosphor Bronze
12–53 · $10.99
Brightness7
Warmth8
Sustain8
Durability5
Playability7
Value6
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Elixir
Nanoweb 80/20 Bronze
12–53 · $13.99
Brightness8
Warmth5
Sustain6
Durability9
Playability6
Value8
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Martin
MA540 Custom Light
11–52 · $7.49
Brightness7
Warmth8
Sustain7
Durability5
Playability8
Value8
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D'Addario
EJ17 Medium Phosphor Bronze
13–56 · $7.99
Brightness6
Warmth7
Sustain8
Durability4
Playability3
Value9
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