Martin MTR13 Tony Rice Retro Acoustic Guitar Strings - .013-.056 Bluegrass

Martin Retro® strings are the real deal—not an imitation. Made with a solid nickel/copper alloy blend, these strings deliver true, consistent tone with a warm, natural character that lets your guitar’s tonewoods shine through. The proprietary Monel wrap wire offers naturally corrosion-resistant performance and reduced pick attack, giving you that classic bluegrass sound with long-lasting reliability. Inspired by Tony Rice’s legendary tone, this Bluegrass gauge set provides exceptional balance, powerful projection, and smooth playability that sounds great acoustic or plugged in.

Features

• Solid nickel/copper (Monel) alloy for true vintage tone
• Reduced pick attack highlights the natural voice of your guitar
• Naturally corrosion-resistant wrap for longer life
• Warm, balanced sound that works well acoustic or amplified
• Tony Rice Bluegrass gauge for powerful projection and smooth playability

Specifications

General
- Model: MTR13
- Series: Martin Retro®
- Wrap Material: Monel (nickel/copper alloy)
- Corrosion Resistance: Naturally corrosion-resistant

Gauge (Bluegrass/Tony Rice)
- E (1st): .013
- B (2nd): .016
- G (3rd): .026
- D (4th): .034
- A (5th): .044
- E (6th): .056

Other
- Tension (Full Set): 184.8
- Sound Profile: Warm, natural tone with reduced pick attack
- Longevity: Enhanced durability with consistent tone over time
- Suitable for: Acoustic guitars, great for bluegrass, folk, and traditional styles