Ernie Ball Earthwood 80/20 Bronze Banjo Strings – Loop End, 5-String Bluegrass, 9–20 Gauge
Crafted for clarity and tradition, Ernie Ball’s Earthwood 80/20 Bronze Banjo Strings deliver the crisp, ringing tone that bluegrass players crave. Made from 80% copper and 20% zinc wire wrapped around a hex-shaped tin-plated steel core, these strings offer bright projection with warm overtones—perfect for fast-paced bluegrass picking and folk styles.
Key Features
- 80/20 Bronze Alloy: Delivers a bright, articulate tone with rich harmonic content that cuts through a bluegrass ensemble.
- Loop-End Design: Specifically engineered for compatibility with traditional 5-string banjo tailpieces, ensuring a secure and stable fit.
- Hex Core Wire: Utilizes a tin-plated hex steel core to enhance tuning stability and significantly improve string longevity.
- Bluegrass-Spec Projection: Optimized for fast picking and fingerstyle techniques, providing the high-end snap needed for lead runs.
- Element Shield Packaging: Precision-crafted in the USA and sealed in airtight foil packaging to ensure your strings stay as fresh as the day they were made.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Model | P02063 |
| String Type | 5-String Banjo (Bluegrass) |
| Gauge Set | .009, .011, .013, .020w, .009 |
| Core Material | Tin-plated Hex Steel |
| Wrap Material | 80/20 Bronze (Copper/Zinc) |
| End Type | Loop End |
| Tone Profile | Bright, Crisp, with Pleasing Overtones |
| Manufacturer | Ernie Ball (USA) |
Whether you're driving a bluegrass band or practicing your rolls at home, Earthwood 80/20s give your banjo the professional clarity and "pop" it needs to stand out. The combination of premium alloys and light bluegrass gauges ensures a fast feel without sacrificing traditional tone.
String up with Ernie Ball P02063 today and let your bluegrass rolls ring with legendary brilliance!
