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Your cart is empty.Martin Retro® strings are the real deal. Not an imitation. With Martin Retro® strings, you get one tough set that offers true, consistent tone and sounds like nothing else on the market. Martin’s solid nickel/copper alloy blend provides a reduced pick attack that allows the guitar’s tonewoods to be heard, not overshadowed. Martin’s proprietary Monel wrap wire is naturally corrosion resistant, so you can play them for a long time with nothing to get in the way of your music. Discover your guitar’s true voice. Retro® strings offer enhanced longevity with warm natural tone, and they sound great plugged in.
James Rolph
2025-08-29 10:37:25
I now use these Martin Monel strings exclusively. They have awakened all of my guitars and they last an incredibly long time. Unlike phosphor-bronze they don't discolor after a few weeks. Unlike coated strings, they feel and sound great out of the box and for months. Try a set and you'll be a cover for life.
Thomas E. Martin
2025-08-23 11:45:13
They are worth a try, all depends on the combination of instrument, strings and your playing style. General characteristics; long lasting, and a good feeling set of strings. Like, they don't feel cheap, but they are relatively inexpensive. I also like that they are all silver, a different look for most. Most folks play bronze - Music addict
Sean Lester
2025-07-17 12:44:58
These are now the only strings I use on martin d custom and d18. They actually hold up almost as long as coated strings and have very nice tone. I once used only elixir or Other coated strings.
Mercoy
2025-07-13 10:57:50
These work perfectly on my Gretsch Gin Rickey! I wish Martin had better packaging though. If I buy 3 sets, it doesn't mean I want to use all of them at once. Each string comes in a paper envelope, and all 3 sets are opened when you open the outside wrap... probably to save like $0.10. Could be improved.In terms of longevity, the strings really last and they are sturdy. I don't mind when they go a bit dull, because I prefer a dark sound. Even when the brightness decreases with use, they still sound and feel great! They don't rust very easily. I only changed them because I was giving my guitar a setup. For the record, I'm a professional musician. Best strings I've found.
A.
2025-06-21 15:38:08
The combination of tone and durability can’t be beat! Way better than bronze strings.
Bob G
2025-06-15 17:47:57
Strings are very nice sounding, and play easily. The sound with my cedar top guitar is amazing. Will continue to use these strings on this guitar. Usual are bronze 20% on other guitars.
Customer
2025-06-07 18:52:56
Nice tone, nice feel, and they seem to resist corrosion and breakage.
Kelly S.
2025-05-18 17:29:44
These came on my 000 Martin and I love them. I like the texture, sound and color (like a tungsten gray.
Jean Patenaude
2025-04-18 14:51:34
Great strings(rich sound)
Rodrigo MartÃnez
2025-03-27 18:36:10
Las uso para mi Martin DRJR y me encanta el sonido que le da, hace que se sienta como un guitarra enorme con muchos bajos pero excelente definición, resalta ese sonido maderoso pero al mismo tiempo da una sensación de guitarra vintage. 100/10
J.D.B.
2025-03-26 11:56:57
I have been using the same brand for years.They’re fine but they’ve become boring.I’m glad I tried this for something's different.They take a day or so to settle in but then I started getting a very nice sound. They sound like a layer of protection has been taken off; and they feel like that also. Try some!I like them and will buy more!
rural ontario
2025-03-07 13:56:16
arrived quickly.... like them so much , I bought more ...
margaret mary hunter
2025-01-29 11:21:55
Good quality as advertised.
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