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Ernie Ball Hyper Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 8-42 Gauge

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Brand	Ernie Ball
String Gauge	Light
Color	Hyper (8-42)
Instrument	Electric Guitar
String Material Type	Nickel

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Ernie Ball Slinkys are played by legends around the world including Slash, Jimmy Page, Metallica, Eric Clapton, and more
Hyper Slinkys provide a light, fast feel with slightly less tension on the top strings
Hyper Slinky are perfect for players who are looking for added playability with minimal differences in tone and tension to the Super Slinky strings
Element Shield Packaging prolongs string life and keeps strings as fresh as the day they were made
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Item Weight

0.634 ounces

Product Dimensions

4.25 x 0.5 x 5.5 inches

Country of Origin

USA

ASIN

B09T8J6YLK

Item model number

P02229

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4.8 111,833 ratings

4.8 out of 5 stars

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#1 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
#1 in Electric Guitar Strings

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Date First Available

April 5, 2022

Color Name

Hyper (8-42)

String Gauge

Light

String Material

Nickel

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Hyper Slinkys sit neatly between the popular Super Slinky and Extra Slinky strings while providing a light, fast feel with slightly less tension on the top strings. This combination is perfect for players who are looking for added playability with minimal differences in tone and tension to the Super Slinky strings. Hyper Slinky feature guages 8, 11, 14, 24w, 32, 42.

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Perfect for professionals and beginners alike.

Played by artists of all genres,

including rock, blues, metal, country, jazz, punk, pop...

Jimmy Page

Led Zeppelin's legendary guitarist Jimmy Page plays Super Slinky 9-42.

Billie Joe Armstrong

Green Day's Billie Joe plays Regular Slinky 10-46.

Angus Young

AC/DC's Angus Young plays Super Slinky 9-42.

Buddy Guy

Blues legend Buddy Guy plays Regular Slinky 10-46.

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Ernie Ball, the world’s leading manufacturer of strings and accessories, has been making high-quality electric guitar and bass strings since 1962. World-class players like Paul McCartney, Keith Richards, Slash, and Jimmy Page have all played Ernie Ball strings to create their unique sound.

We use the latest technologies and finest materials to continuously enhance your playing experience and provide an unparalleled palette of expressive options.
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Stability	4.6	4.4	4.6	5.0	4.6	4.4
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instrument	Electric Guitar	Electric Guitar	Electric Guitar	Electric Guitar	Electric Guitar	Electric Guitar
string material	Nickel	Stainless Steel	Nickel	Nickel Steel	Nickel	Nickel Steel
string gauge	Light	Custom	Heavy	.009 - .042	Light	.008 - .040

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111,833 global ratings

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Customers like the quality, durability, ease of use, and tone of the musical instrument strings. For example, they mention they're the best strings for Fender Guitars, easy to bend, and retain their tone. That said, they'd also be happy with feel, value, and tuning.

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Quality Tone Durability Value Tuning Feel Ease of use Ease of bending

1,842 customers mention "Quality"1,696 positive146 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the musical instrument strings. They mention that they are the best strings for Fender guitars, they are reliable, and they are consistent.

"These are the best strings out there...for one they are affordable, two they don't have all this coatings bs that charges more and messes with the..." Read more

"No wonder these are the best guitar strings on the market! Super strong and slinky just as they said! also the price is just GREAT!" Read more

"...Great set of strings!" Read more

"...I recommend them for anyone looking for a reliable set of guitar strings." Read more

1,168 customers mention "Tone"1,088 positive80 negative

Customers are satisfied with the tone of the musical instrument strings. They mention that they have the best sound, the sound production of the top 3 strings is great when playing chords, and the tone is dark and clangy. They also appreciate the bendiness of the 8's and the smoothness of the strings. Some mention that the neon yellow color is nice.

"...the high E just in front of the saddle...these are a no bs, sound great for a long time, stay in tune(after break in time) for along time, who wants..." Read more

"...forever, quick break in and, maybe its my imagination, but the tone suits my playing...." Read more

"...these strings for a drop C tuning on a Les Paul (24.75 scale) and they sound great...." Read more

"...Good Tone: These strings have a bright and balanced tone that fits different music styles. They make my guitar sound clear and full...." Read more

814 customers mention "Durability"645 positive169 negative

Customers like the durability of the musical instrument strings. They mention that the quality is great, dependable, and long-lasting. They also say that string breakage has gone down.

"No wonder these are the best guitar strings on the market! Super strong and slinky just as they said! also the price is just GREAT!" Read more

"...Kept coming back to Slinky's. They play smooth, last forever, quick break in and, maybe its my imagination, but the tone suits my playing...." Read more

"...This package arrived on time, undamaged and in perfect condition for a good price. Highly recommend." Read more

"...Durable: They last a decent amount of time. Even after a lot of playing, they hold up without breaking...." Read more

723 customers mention "Value"702 positive21 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the musical instrument strings. They say it's the best strings for the money, and is better than some very expensive guitars. Customers also mention that the strings are affordable and have a great selection of gauges.

"These are the best strings out there...for one they are affordable, two they don't have all this coatings bs that charges more and messes with the..." Read more

"...Super strong and slinky just as they said! also the price is just GREAT!" Read more

"...This package arrived on time, undamaged and in perfect condition for a good price. Highly recommend." Read more

"...These are inexpensive and durable and really that's all a pack of strings need to be" Read more

286 customers mention "Tuning"248 positive38 negative

Customers like the tuning of the musical instrument strings. They say that they stay in tune great, hold super low tunings quite well, and provide excellent tuning stability. Some mention that the strings need to be tuned gently to avoid snapping. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and performance of these strings.

"...saddle...these are a no bs, sound great for a long time, stay in tune(after break in time)..." Read more

"...Would definitly recommend, especially for Metal players! Tuning stability is better than my old strings for sure, but still have to sharpen them a..." Read more

"...They sound good and so far, stay in tune. I may give them a shot on my bass." Read more

"These are my "Go To" strings. They seem to hold tune and stay bright longer than other strings I have used." Read more

235 customers mention "Feel"211 positive24 negative

Customers like the feel of the musical instrument strings. They mention that they're comfortable to play, and stay in tune well. Some say that the strings are smooth and slick, making them easy to squeeze and play. Overall, most are satisfied with the feel and quality of these strings.

"...Comfortable: The nickel wound strings feel smooth and are easy on the fingers, making long playing sessions more comfortable...." Read more

"...They play like a dream and sound amazing. They're super comfy to play, being .10 gauge strings, but tuning stability past about drop C gets a little..." Read more

"...They sound great, feel great, and even look great. I'll continue to use them." Read more

"Nice feel and sound." Read more

185 customers mention "Ease of use"180 positive5 negative

Customers find the musical instrument strings easy to play, fret, and string on the guitar. They also say the strings stay in tune very well and are pleasant to play on. Some customers also mention that the strings are light and great for bends.

"...I would have to mess around with the nut, but actually everything went real easy...." Read more

"...It makes playing solos and bending strings easier while still giving a strong sound for chords and rhythm...." Read more

"...better than ever, compared with the slinky 10s I had on it.... plays so easy and doing those country bends is amazing...." Read more

"Easier to play than 10s and no fret buzz you get with 9s." Read more

167 customers mention "Ease of bending"154 positive13 negative

Customers find the musical instrument strings easy to bend. They say the strings are great for bends, and are good on long bends. Some mention that the bends seem smoother and their calves don't get chewed up during a 4 hour jam. Overall, customers are satisfied with the ease of bending of the strings.

"...Bends seem smoother and my calouses dont get chewed up during a 4 hour jam sesh...." Read more

"...with the slinky 10s I had on it.... plays so easy and doing those country bends is amazing. If you have a bullet tele, give them a try!" Read more

"Very nice tone. Easily bendable :)" Read more

"these strings hold tuning and bend well" Read more

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Alan L.

Best Affordable, Best tone, and Lasts with No BS!

Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2024

Color: Regular (10-46)Style: 3-PackPattern Name: StringsVerified Purchase

These are the best strings out there...for one they are affordable, two they don't have all this coatings bs that charges more and messes with the tone... I have been using for over 20 years (most on floyds 10's) yes they break like every other string out, but when they do break on a floyd they always break on the high E just in front of the saddle...these are a no bs, sound great for a long time, stay in tune(after break in time) for along time, who wants to pay 10.99 or more for a set...nickel wound strings are designed years ago for the electric guitar its that simple! I'll always buy these for years to come!

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Sound Great!!

Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2024

Color: Extra (8-38)Style: Single PackPattern Name: StringsVerified Purchase

No wonder these are the best guitar strings on the market! Super strong and slinky just as they said! also the price is just GREAT!

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Mister Tough Guy

Amazing product, great price, made in USA

Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2024

Color: Mighty (8.5-40)Style: Single PackPattern Name: StringsVerified Purchase

Been playing for 30 years and finally decided to settle on a standard string for each of my electrics. Cycled through several brand such as GHS Boomers, GHS Gilmour, D'Addario XL & NYXL, DR's and a few others. Kept coming back to Slinky's. They play smooth, last forever, quick break in and, maybe its my imagination, but the tone suits my playing. Bends seem smoother and my calouses dont get chewed up during a 4 hour jam sesh. I'm a finger player so some strings, esp lighter gauges, just twang too much or have too much grab. Depending on the guitar, I am using Slinky 8.5, 9 and 10's, and I find I am able to use lower gauges without tone loss, sustain issues or sacrificing feel.

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E.M.E.F.

Great set for drop C tuning

Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2024

Color: Burly (11-52)Style: 3-PackPattern Name: StringsVerified Purchase

I use these strings for a drop C tuning on a Les Paul (24.75 scale) and they sound great. Before this guitar was in standard E. I was afraid I would have to mess around with the nut, but actually everything went real easy. The only thing I needed to do was making sure the intonation was correct, and it only took 15 minutes. I gave 4 starts on brightness because this is a lower tuning so, naturally, it's a less bright tone, and also on a Les Paul with vintage pickups the tone is dark (naturally), but there is nothing wrong at all. I have historically used a different brand of strings and this was just a try for me, but I'm really liking these Ernie Balls strings now so I may stick with them for a while. Great set of strings!

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Damon Pickard

Great product. Arrived pm time, undamaged.

Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2024

Color: Super (9-42)Style: 3-PackPattern Name: StringsVerified Purchase

I love being able to give a great review. I have experimented with other electric guitar strings and years ago settled on Ernie Ball, Slinky line. This package arrived on time, undamaged and in perfect condition for a good price. Highly recommend.

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solid strings

Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2024

Color: Hybrid (9-46)Style: 3-PackPattern Name: StringsVerified Purchase

I've been using E Ball strings for decades and here's my opinion -
Versatile Gauge: The mix of lighter and heavier strings is great. It makes playing solos and bending strings easier while still giving a strong sound for chords and rhythm.

Good Tone: These strings have a bright and balanced tone that fits different music styles. They make my guitar sound clear and full.

Durable: They last a decent amount of time. Even after a lot of playing, they hold up without breaking.

Comfortable: The nickel wound strings feel smooth and are easy on the fingers, making long playing sessions more comfortable.

If there's one thing that goes with the territory it's the break-in Period. There’s a short time when the strings are new that they go out of tune a bit until they settle in.

Overall, the Ernie Ball Hybrid Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings are a solid choice. They’re versatile, comfortable, and sound great. There are a couple of minor downsides, but they don’t take away from the overall quality and performance. I recommend them for anyone looking for a reliable set of guitar strings.

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Austin D.

Great strings

Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2024

Color: Regular (10-46)Style: Single PackPattern Name: StringsVerified Purchase

I use these strings on all of my guitars. They sound great and are very durable, after a while they will loose tone and rust because they are not coated but they get the job done and i like them better than daddario xt strings. They do hold tone for about three months and maybe a bit longer depending on how you use them

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Joe Maddock

8-42 is such an ingenious gauge combo!

Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2024

Color: Hyper (8-42)Style: Single PackPattern Name: StringsVerified Purchase

Love the bendiness of 8’s… but as they wear in the low strings can feel a bit noodly for me. Anything above 9’s on my SG and I start to miss the brightness and ease of lighter gauges. (Other hybrid gauges that go all the way down to 8 tend to exaggerate and go up to 46, inspired by Zappa & Yngwie, etc.)

This is such a perfect combo. I’m really glad EB started making them!

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Muky

Great value pack and great strings

Reviewed in Canada on June 25, 2024

Color: Mega (10.5-48)Style: 3-PackPattern Name: StringsVerified Purchase

These are now my go to ernie ball strings and I will stand by them forever.

Rex

Perfect for my Les Paul guitar

Reviewed in Canada on June 22, 2024

Color: Zippy (7-36)Style: Single PackPattern Name: StringsVerified Purchase

It’s so slinky and perfect for bending .

Denisse

Buenas cuerdas

Reviewed in Mexico on June 20, 2024

Color: Regular (10-46)Style: Single PackPattern Name: StringsVerified Purchase

Justo lo que esperaba. Son cuerdas de muy buena calidad

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D Gilbert

Best guitar strings

Reviewed in Canada on June 16, 2024

Color: Hyper (8-42)Style: Single PackPattern Name: StringsVerified Purchase

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Best strings

Reviewed in Canada on June 5, 2024

Color: Regular (10-46)Style: 4-PackPattern Name: StringsVerified Purchase

Great sounding string for a good price

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Over 90,000 5-star reviews.

Perfect for professionals and beginners alike.

Played by artists of all genres,

Jimmy Page

Billie Joe Armstrong

Angus Young

Buddy Guy

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