Slinky Nickel Wound

Balanced Tone that compliments all guitar types and playing styles.

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6 String

Played by legendary bands in every genre around the world, Slinkys are wound from nickel plated steel for a bright, balanced tone. Available in multiple gauge combinations.
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7 String

The same nickel plated steel wrap and tin plated hex shaped steel core as the six-string sets, with an added seventh string. Available in multiple 7-string gauge combinations.
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8-12 String

The same nickel plated steel wrap and tin plated hex shaped steel core as the six-string sets, for guitars carrying more than seven strings. Available in multiple 8-12 string gauge combinations.

Baritone & Bass

Nickel plated steel wrapped around a hex shaped steel core, with guitar size ball ends rather than the oversized ball ends of traditional bass strings.

About Slinky Nickel Wound

Ernie Ball Slinky Electric Strings are our top selling set, and are favored by many musicians around the globe.