If you play a 5-string bass and want a reliable roundwound string set that's been a go-to for decades, these are them. The Ernie Ball Super Slinky 5-String Bass Strings (P02824) are wound with nickel-plated steel over a tin-plated high-carbon steel hex core — a straightforward construction that delivers the bright, balanced character the Slinky name is known for.
The gauges (.040, .060, .075, .095, .125) are specifically dialed in for 5-string basses, giving you a low B with enough tension to stay focused and clear while keeping the higher strings feeling responsive and flexible. The roundwound design lends itself well to articulate picking and fingerstyle playing, and the hex core helps with intonation stability across the full range of the neck. Each set is packaged in Ernie Ball's Element Shield airtight foil packaging to keep the strings fresh until you're ready to put them on.
Product Features:
- Nickel-plated steel wrap wire over tin-plated high-carbon steel hex core
- Roundwound construction for bright, articulate tone
- Designed specifically for 5-string electric bass guitar
- Gauges: .040, .060, .075, .095, .125
- Sealed in Element Shield airtight packaging
- Made in the USA
Brand: Ernie Ball
Model: Super Slinky Nickel Wound 5-String Bass Guitar Strings
SKU: P02824
Condition: New
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