---
product_id: 47991089
title: "Ernie Ball Super Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 9-42 Gauge"
brand: "ernie ball"
price: "€ 18.79"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Ernie Ball"
url: https://www.desertcart.fi/products/47991089-ernie-ball-super-slinky-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-9
store_origin: FI
region: Finland
---

# Element Shield packaging for lasting freshness 9-42 gauge for versatile playability Made in California, USA with premium materials Ernie Ball Super Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 9-42 Gauge

**Brand:** ernie ball
**Price:** € 18.79
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Elevate your riffs with the strings that legends swear by!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Ernie Ball Super Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 9-42 Gauge by ernie ball
- **How much does it cost?** € 18.79 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fi](https://www.desertcart.fi/products/47991089-ernie-ball-super-slinky-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-9)

## Best For

- ernie ball enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ernie ball brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Freshness Sealed In:** Element Shield packaging locks in brightness and tone from day one to weeks later
- • **Bright, Balanced Sound:** Nickel-plated steel delivers a crisp, clear tone perfect for rock and blues
- • **Proudly Made in the USA:** Crafted with precision and care in California, ensuring top-tier quality every time
- • **Silky Smooth Playability:** Experience effortless bends and fast runs with ultra-light 9-42 gauge strings
- • **Legendary Tone, Proven by Icons:** Trusted by Slash, Jimmy Page, and Metallica for decades of stage-ready sound

## Overview

Ernie Ball Super Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings (9-42 gauge) offer a bright, balanced tone favored by legendary guitarists. Made in California with premium nickel-plated steel, these ultra-light strings provide silky smooth playability and come sealed in Element Shield packaging to maintain freshness and tone longevity. Perfect for rock and blues players seeking professional-grade quality and iconic sound.

## Description

Buy Ernie Ball Super Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 9-42 Gauge. Free delivery and returns on eligible orders.

Review: Great strings and fast delivery - Great strings and good price.
Review: great strings - For years, I've played 8s, but I want to move up to 9s in the hope of a slightly thicker sound, so bought these as a stepping stone. They play great. I can feel the difference, but that's good because I didn't know if I would. I play virtually every day, and after two weeks, they still sound as bright as the day I changed them, and they still feel as silky smooth. Terrific strings.

## Features

- Ernie Ball Slinkys are played by legends around the world including Slash, Jimmy Page, Metallica, Eric Clapton, and more.
- One of the original Slinky gauges, Super Slinky has remained one of the most popular electric guitar strings for decades.
- Element Shield packaging ensures your strings stay as fresh as they were the day they were made.
- Bright, balanced tone.
- Made in California, USA with the finest and freshest materials.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002M6CW6 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 1 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 1 in Guitar Strings |
| Body Material | Nickel-Plated Steel |
| Colour | Super (9-42) |
| Country Produced In | United States |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (123,250) |
| Date First Available | 22 Feb. 2007 |
| Item Weight | 27.2 g |
| Item model number | P02223 |
| Material Type | Nickel-Plated |
| Musical Style | Rock, blues |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Product Dimensions | 11.43 x 0.64 x 11.43 cm; 27.22 g |
| Proficiency Level | Beginner |
| Region of Origin | North America |
| Size | Pack of 1 |
| String Gauge | Extra Light |
| String Material | Nickel-Plated Steel |
| Voltage | 240 Volts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Ernie Ball
- **Colour:** Super (9-42)
- **Instrument:** Electric Guitar
- **String gauge:** Extra Light
- **String material type:** Nickel-Plated Steel

## Images

![Ernie Ball Super Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 9-42 Gauge - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81g5NnyVweL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is it low in sugar?**
A: Yes, sugar-free in fact. You could always sprinkle some on though if that's your preference.

**Q: Will these work on a Gibson Les Paul Special II?**
A: Short answer, yes. They will work on most guitars, provided they are the proper scale length. The high e is prone to snapping without much effort. Mine snapped after 2 weeks of regular use whilst loosening them up for guitar maintenance. Still good value though.

**Q: Do they play ok in C# standard?**
A: Yes they play fine in most tunings above standard A

**Q: I restrung my guitar with these strings (they are the right gauge for the guitar) but now all the frets are a semitone out of tune. Any way to fix?**
A: Make sure your intonation is set correctly.  To check intonation, fret string at twelfth fret then do open harmonic at same fret. They should sound the same.if sharp or flat then adjust bridge saddle.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great strings and fast delivery
*by A***. on 6 January 2026*

Great strings and good price.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ great strings
*by S***T on 20 November 2025*

For years, I've played 8s, but I want to move up to 9s in the hope of a slightly thicker sound, so bought these as a stepping stone. They play great. I can feel the difference, but that's good because I didn't know if I would. I play virtually every day, and after two weeks, they still sound as bright as the day I changed them, and they still feel as silky smooth. Terrific strings.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good for drop tuning
*by C***S on 12 January 2026*

Really nice thick strings. I used them for drop A tuning and they were far better than a set of 9's which were too loose when tuned to drop A. As usual from Earnie Ball the strings feel really nice to play and are excellent quality.

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*Product available on Desertcart Finland*
*Store origin: FI*
*Last updated: 2026-01-25*