Ernie Ball .017 RPS REINFORCED PLAIN ELECTRIC GUITAR STRINGS

Name: .017 RPS REINFORCED PLAIN ELECTRIC GUITAR STRINGS
Brand: Ernie Ball
SKU: 263997
Price: 1.30 EUR
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EAN : 0749699110378

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Essential Information About Ernie Ball Slinky RPS Nickel Wound 17 Strings
• 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

.017 RPS REINFORCED PLAIN ELECTRIC GUITAR STRINGS

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0,00 € Ecotax included

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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
Category	Electric single string
Draw	17

Nbr of strings	1
Spun	round, unfiled
Material	brass

Type	wound string (RPS)
Winding material	Nickel Wound
Reinforcement	brass overwrap for improved resistance at the ball end
Gauge	17
Design	gauges and winding crafted for rich and balanced harmonics
Playing feel	"Slinky" touch
Benefits	increased durability and improved tuning stability

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.