ACOUSTIC GUITAR STRINGS GAUGE: .011 .014 .023 .028 .038 .047 Silk & Steel produces a softer sound and feel than bronze or phosphor bronze strings. They can be very useful for players who do not want a lot of volume or who need a softer feel due to injuries. Silk and steels can also make a guitar which is difficult to fret a little more tolerable. DA-J40$9.06 Click here for more information on Silk & Steel strings.