Ernie Ball .046 M-STEEL WOUND ELECTRIC GUITAR STRINGS
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Ernie Ball
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A Gauge Designed for Stability and Impact
The Ernie Ball Slinky M-Steel 46 are aimed at guitarists seeking a string set with a reliable feel, pronounced presence, and excellent definition. Thanks to their aerospace-derived "M-Steel" steel, these strings offer a controlled sensation and more direct response under the fingers, while maintaining the essential balance between bass, mids, and treble. Whether you play with distortion for punchy palm mutes or clean for detailed arpeggios, you benefit from a dynamic output, solid projection, and durability designed to withstand rehearsals, gigs, and recording sessions.
Technical specifications
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end |
| Category | Electric single string |
| Draw | 46 |
| Nbr of strings | 1 |
| Spun | round |
| Material | steel |
| Brand | Ernie Ball |
| Series | Slinky M-Steel |
| Model | 46 |
| Type | electric guitar string set |
| Sound | high expressiveness and output level |
| Frequency response | wide frequency range, uncompromised |
| Durability | design focused on longevity and endurance |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Ernie Ball Slinky M-Steel 46 string sold individually?
This reference includes a single electric guitar string with a gauge of .046.
What is the gauge of this electric guitar string?
The indicated gauge is 46, a .046 bass string. It is suitable for replacing a string of the same gauge in a compatible set.
What material is used for the Slinky M-Steel 46?
The string is made from M-Steel steel, described as aerospace-grade steel. Its design aims for a direct response under the fingers. The round winding contributes to a pronounced presence and a wide frequency response.
Does this .046 string have a ball end?
The end is equipped with a ball end, as stated in the technical sheet.
What sound does an M-Steel 46 string produce?
The M-Steel series offers a high output level and pronounced expressiveness. The .046 string is designed to preserve balance between lows, mids, and highs, with durability-focused performance.



