Ernie Ball .017 RPS REINFORCED PLAIN ELECTRIC GUITAR STRINGS
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Less breakage at the ball end : RPS wound strings feature a brass overwrap at the attachment point to reinforce the most stressed area
- More stable tuning : the RPS reinforcement improves the string's mechanical stability, useful both in rehearsal and on stage
- Rich and balanced tone : gauges and winding designed to produce rich harmonics and a consistent response
- "Slinky" feel : retains the flexible and familiar sensation of the Slinky range, ideal for expressive playing
Manufacturer Information
Ernie Ball
https://www.ernieball.com
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A string designed to last without changing your playing feel
Many strings eventually break at the most critical point: the ball end. With the RPS series, Ernie Ball addresses this weak spot thanks to a brass overwrap that reinforces string durability and helps keep the instrument stable in tuning. The result: a Nickel Wound string with a 17 gauge that combines a musical timbre, balanced harmonics, and the Slinky feel that guitarists appreciate for nuance, dynamics, and comfort under the fingers.
Technical specifications
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end | Nbr of strings | 1 |
| Category | Electric single string | Spun | round, unfiled |
| Draw | 17 | Material | brass |
| Type | wound string (RPS) | Design | gauges and winding crafted for rich and balanced harmonics |
| Winding material | Nickel Wound | Playing feel | "Slinky" touch |
| Reinforcement | brass overwrap for improved resistance at the ball end | Benefits | increased durability and improved tuning stability |
| Gauge | 17 | ||
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Questions frequently asked
What is the gauge of this Ernie Ball RPS string?
The gauge is 17, for an electric string sold individually.
Is the RPS Nickel Wound 17 reinforced at the ball end?
A brass winding reinforces the string at its ball end attachment. This design aims to reduce breakage at this point and improve tuning stability.
Is this string wound or plain?
The specifications indicate a wound string of the RPS type, with a round Nickel Wound winding.
What material is used on the Ernie Ball Slinky RPS Nickel Wound 17?
The winding is Nickel Wound and the reinforcement near the ball end is brass. The specifications also mention brass as a material.
What tone does a 17 gauge RPS Slinky string produce?
The gauges and windings are designed to produce rich and balanced harmonics. The feel corresponds to the Slinky touch, suited for nuances and dynamics.
