--- product_id: 77388246 title: "EBL*2253 (Ernie Ball Class SUPER SLINKY (9-46))" brand: "ernie ball" price: "€ 15.98" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 7 category: "Ernie Ball" url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/77388246-ebl-2253-ernie-ball-class-super-slinky-9-46 store_origin: SK region: Slovakia --- # Super Slinky .009-.046 gauge for effortless bends Pure nickel for warm, vintage tone Made in California, USA EBL*2253 (Ernie Ball Class SUPER SLINKY (9-46)) **Brand:** ernie ball **Price:** € 15.98 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Bend it like a pro β€” strings that keep up with your vibe! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** EBL*2253 (Ernie Ball Class SUPER SLINKY (9-46)) by ernie ball - **How much does it cost?** € 15.98 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/77388246-ebl-2253-ernie-ball-class-super-slinky-9-46) ## 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 - β€’ **Coated for Longevity:** Enhanced corrosion resistance keeps your strings fresh and vibrant longer, so you never miss a beat. - β€’ **Trusted by Thousands:** Join over 5,000+ players who rate these strings 4.8 stars for tone and durability. - β€’ **Pure Nickel Composition:** Rich, warm vintage tone that makes your guitar sing with soulful vibrato and sustain. - β€’ **California Crafted Excellence:** Premium strings forged in the heart of the USA for unmatched quality and reliability. - β€’ **Ultra-Light Gauge (.009-.046):** Experience lightning-fast playability and effortless bending that fuels your creativity. ## Overview Ernie Ball Super Slinky Classic Pure Nickel electric guitar strings (9-46 gauge) are handcrafted in California using premium nickel and steel for a warm, vintage tone. Designed for effortless bending and vibrant vibrato, these strings are a favorite among professional and aspiring guitarists alike. With a 4.8-star rating from over 5,000 users and a 1-year manufacturer warranty, they deliver reliable performance and durability for your electric guitar. ## Description Product Description Review: Best Strings For Bending And Vibrato - Oh My God!! I Trust These Strings So Much!! They Are Amazing!! :) Tone Is Great.. Amazing For Vibratos And Bending.. Review: Rusted. Waste of money. - Bought 3 packs, all of them had the thinnest 2-3 strings rusted beyond function. Wasted a lot of money as the return period has ended. ## Features - Made in California, U. S. A. Featuring the finest and freshest materials ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0002PBS86 | | Best Sellers Rank | #8,256 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #64 in Electric Guitar Strings | | Brand | Ernie Ball | | Brand Name | Ernie Ball | | Coating Description | coated | | Colour | Silver | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 5,145 Reviews | | Finish Type | Uncoated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00749699122531 | | Importer Contact Information | MUSIC & MORE DIST.CO.PVT.LTD. C-4 to C-11 GATE NO- 3 Hosiery Complex Phase 2 Noida 201305 | | Included Components | 1 set of Ernie Ball Super Slinky Classic Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings (9-42 gauge) | | Instrument | Electric Guitar | | Item Type Name | Strings | | Item Weight | 0.07 Pounds | | Manufacturer | ERNIE BALL STRINGS, 151 Suburban Rd.San Luis Obispo,CA 93401,USA, Ernie ball | | Manufacturer Contact Information | ERNIE BALL STRINGS, 151 Suburban Rd.San Luis Obispo,CA 93401,USA | | Manufacturer Part Number | P02253 | | Material Type | Nickel, Steel | | Model Name | Super Slinky Classic Pure Nickel | | Model Number | P02253 | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Packer Contact Information | ERNIE BALL STRINGS, 151 Suburban Rd.San Luis Obispo,CA 93401,USA | | Recommended Uses For Product | Electric Guitar | | Sound Profile | warm, vintage tone | | String Gauge | .009 | | String Material Type | Nickel | | UPC | 749699122531 | | Warranty Description | 1 Year Manufacturer | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Ernie Ball - **String Gauge:** .009 - **Colour:** Silver - **Instrument:** Electric Guitar - **String Material Type:** Nickel ## Images ![EBL*2253 (Ernie Ball Class SUPER SLINKY (9-46)) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71B2VbmLiXL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Why do these strings turn my fingers black ? Anybody else had this problem ?** A: Have you seen a picture of SRV’s fingers? Permanently black/grey from playing. Probably the wear of the metal. Frets and strings wear out from play due to friction **Q: What’s the difference between hybrid and regular strings?** A: The difference is the string gauges. The 9-11-16-26-36-46 is considered a "hybrid gauge" set. It has the 9-11-16 of their "super" slinky sets and the 26-36-46 of their "regular" sets. So it's a hybrid of the 9s and 10s. Hope that helps! **Q: Are these strings round or hex core?** A: From the Ernie Ball website (do a search for 2253) they say this: "Made from pure nickel wire wrapped around tin plated hex shaped steel core wire, these guitar strings produce a warm rich tone with that signature Slinky feel. Gauges .009, .011, .016, .024w, .032, .042 " so according to Ernie Ball they are HEX CORE. **Q: Which of the classic pure nickel slinky sets have unwound g (3rd) strings?** A: All of the Ernie Ball Pure Nickel Slinky sets currently available have unwound 3rd strings. This particular brand denotes "w" next to the 3rd string gauge number to denote a wound 3rd. Notice no "w"s are present on any of the packages here, so no sets contain a wound 3rd. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Strings For Bending And Vibrato *by C***L on 31 October 2016* Oh My God!! I Trust These Strings So Much!! They Are Amazing!! :) Tone Is Great.. Amazing For Vibratos And Bending.. ### ⭐ Rusted. Waste of money. *by Y***H on 7 February 2019* Bought 3 packs, all of them had the thinnest 2-3 strings rusted beyond function. Wasted a lot of money as the return period has ended. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect *by K***N on 1 August 2025* Perfect ## Frequently Bought Together - Ernie Ball Super Slinky Classic Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings, 9-42 Gauge (P02253) - Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 10-46 Gauge (P02221) - D'Addario Accessories Pro-Winder Guitar String Winder, Cutter, Bridge Pin Puller - All in One Guitar Tool - Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sk/products/77388246-ebl-2253-ernie-ball-class-super-slinky-9-46](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/77388246-ebl-2253-ernie-ball-class-super-slinky-9-46) --- *Product available on Desertcart Slovakia* *Store origin: SK* *Last updated: 2026-08-13*