

🎸 Unlock your vintage vibe with every string bend!
Ernie Ball Super Slinky Classic Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings (9-42 gauge) combine pure nickel wrap and high-carbon steel core to recreate the warm, rich tones of the '50s and '60s. Made in California, these strings offer a smooth, signature Slinky feel favored by professionals and enthusiasts alike, delivering durability, tuning stability, and a timeless sound that’s ranked among the top electric guitar strings worldwide.






| ASIN | B0002PBS86 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #287 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #6 in Electric Guitar Strings |
| Body Material | Nickel |
| Color Name | Super (9-42) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (14,748) |
| Date First Available | August 28, 2005 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.12 ounces |
| Item model number | P02253 |
| Material Type | Nickel, Steel |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Product Dimensions | 4.5 x 0.25 x 4.5 inches |
| Size | Single Pack |
| String Gauge | .009 |
| String Material | Nickel |
J**D
– Warm Tone and Great Feel
I’ve been using Ernie Ball strings for years, but this Regular Slinky Classic Pure Nickel set (10–46) might be my favorite so far. The tone is warm and smooth, not as bright as the standard Slinkys, which gives my guitar a nice vintage sound perfect for blues, rock, and clean tones. They feel great under the fingers too — bends are easy, and the tension feels just right. Tuning stability has been solid, even after a few heavy sessions. After a few weeks of playing, they’ve held up really well with no rust or dullness. If you like a more classic, rounded sound instead of the sharp, modern brightness, these are a great choice. Reliable, comfortable, and they just sound good.
L**T
Great sound, solid strings. will def buy again
Son loves these for his Epiphone electric!! Great sound and playability.
E**E
Must have for all guitarists.
Greatest strings. My only go to.
A**N
Gets the job done
Ernie Ball gets the job done. For the price, they last a good while.
D**A
excelentes cuerdas
D**S
Great price with a great sound
New strings are always a great feeling and Ernie Ball has never failed me. Great clarity and overall sound, would recommend !
J**S
Quality
Excellent strings
D**F
Great buy, would purchase again
Sound great and were easy to install I recomend these not expensive and a great way to refresh your guitar. Sound very clean and clear Seem to stay in tune I have to test that out though as time passes
K**N
Perfect
J**N
Great bass strings for metal music.
R**N
Perfect excellent guitar strings
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Works
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