The Ernie Ball Super Slinky Nickel Wound Bass Strings (P02834) are a 4-string roundwound set gauged .045-.100 — one of the most widely used bass string gauges around. They're built for standard long-scale electric bass and work across just about any playing style or genre.
Construction-wise, these strings use a nickel-plated steel wrap wire wound around a tin-plated, hex-shaped high-carbon steel core. That hex core helps lock the winding in place for consistent intonation along the length of the string. The roundwound design keeps the tone open and articulate. Each set is packaged in Ernie Ball's Element Shield packaging — an ultra-low humidity sealed environment — so the strings stay fresh until you're ready to put them on.
The .045-.100 gauge sits on the lighter side of the standard bass string spectrum, which means a bit less tension under the fingers without sacrificing low-end presence. They're a solid choice whether you're playing fingerstyle, pick, or slap. These strings are uncoated and made in Ernie Ball's Coachella Valley, California facility.
Product Features:
- 4-string roundwound electric bass string set
- Nickel-plated steel wrap wire over a tin-plated hex-shaped steel core
- Gauges: .045, .065, .080, .100
- Long scale, uncoated
- Element Shield ultra-low humidity packaging for freshness
- Made in the USA (Coachella Valley, California)
Brand: Ernie Ball
Model: Super Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Bass Strings
SKU: P02834
Condition: New
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