Ernie Ball .017 LOOP END STAINLESS STEEL PLAIN BANJO OR MANDOLIN GUITAR STRINGS
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Ernie Ball
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A More Present Sound and Direct Playing Feel
The Ernie Ball Stainless Steel 17 belongs to the Stainless Steel range, developed from stainless steel to meet the needs of folk instrument players. This material provides a cleaner playing feel under the fingers and a well-defined attack, useful for gaining precision whether you play picking, accompaniment, or a more dynamic style.
Technical specifications
| Category | Folk single string |
| Draw | 17 |
| Nbr of strings | 1 |
| Spun | round, unfiled |
| Material | stainless steel |
| Brand | Ernie Ball |
| Range | Stainless Steel |
| Gauge | 17 |
| Compatibility | folk instruments |
Questions frequently asked
Which instruments is the Stainless Steel 17 string intended for?
This string is marketed for folk instruments and is intended for individual replacement.
What is the gauge of this Ernie Ball folk string?
The listed gauge is 17. This value corresponds to a single string sold in the Stainless Steel range.
Is the Ernie Ball Stainless Steel 17 wound?
The string is unwound, with a round construction. It is made of stainless steel.
What sound does the stainless steel provide on this string?
Stainless steel offers a more present sound and a defined attack. The feel under the fingers is described as clear. This response suits those seeking precision in dynamic playing.
Is this string suitable for folk fingerpicking?
Its defined attack and direct playing feel are noted as practical for picking, accompaniment, and a more dynamic playing style.



