Ernie Ball 2229 Hyper Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings – .008-.042

Get the Best of Two Popular String Types in One with the Ernie Ball 2229 Hyper Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings – .008-.042

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.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Guitar Type: Electric Guitar
• Number of Strings: 6
• Coated: No
• Gauges: .008, .011, .014, .024w, .032, .042
• Core Material: Steel
• Winding Material: Nickel Plated Steel
• Winding Type: Round Wound

Manufacturer: Ernie Ball
Model: P02229
SKU: I658451-N-12-WHXE
UPC: 749699103998

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