Ernie Ball
Designed for 34" scale 6-string basses, the Ernie Ball Slinky Nickel Wound strings deliver the bright, balanced tone and smooth playing feel that have made Slinkys a favourite among bass players for decades. Constructed from nickel-plated steel wrapped around a hex steel core, they provide excellent clarity, punch and flexibility across the entire frequency range.
With gauges .032, .045, .065, .080, .100, .130, they're ideal for players who want a responsive string that feels comfortable under the fingers without sacrificing definition on the low B or high C.
Ernie Ball Slinkys have earned their reputation because they simply feel good to play. They are praised for their lower playing tension compared to many competing strings, making bends, fast runs and long sessions noticeably more comfortable without feeling floppy.
The balanced nickel construction gives them plenty of attack when they're fresh but avoids the overly aggressive brightness of stainless steel strings. That makes them a great all-round choice if you cover multiple genres or need one set of strings that works equally well for fingerstyle, slap and pick playing. Players also consistently praise the flexibility of the low B string and the comfortable feel across all six strings.
If you play a 6-string bass and want a string that's easy under the fingers, sounds balanced in almost any musical setting and has become an industry standard for a reason, the Ernie Ball Slinky set is an excellent place to start.
Ernie Ball
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