Ernie Ball .048 NICKEL WOUND ELECTRIC GUITAR STRINGS
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Single string ideal for customizing your setup and replacing a specific string without changing the entire pack
- Nickel-plated steel for a well-balanced blend of warmth, attack, and vintage character
- Optimized longevity thanks to the nickel winding, appreciated for its daily wear resistance
- Gauge 48 : a solid low end, perfect for stabilizing tuning and enhancing rhythmic playing
Manufacturer Information
Ernie Ball
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A single string to create your perfect gauge
With the Ernie Ball Slinky Nickel Wound 48, you customize your instrument without compromise: add exactly the gauge you need, adapt your playing to your tuning, or rebuild a hybrid set that respects your touch. This string is designed for electric guitarists who like to fine-tune their feel and achieve a precise balance between tension, comfort, and response.
Warmth and musicality: the nickel sound, Slinky version
Made of nickel-plated steel, this string delivers a warm and musical tone, with a more "vintage" signature while retaining the clarity needed for powerful riffs. The choice of nickel plating also contributes to a longer lifespan, a real advantage if you play frequently, whether in rehearsals, on stage, or in the home studio. At gauge 48, it provides consistency in the low end and a firmer feel, ideal for clear attacks and heavy rhythm playing.
Technical specifications
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end | Nbr of strings | 1 |
| Category | Electric single string | Spun | round |
| Draw | 48 | Material | nickel-plated steel |
| Brand | Ernie Ball | Gauge | 48 |
| Number of strings | 1 | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Ernie Ball Slinky Nickel Wound 48 string sold individually?
This reference includes a single electric guitar string, gauge 48.
What is the gauge of this electric guitar string?
The gauge is 48. This gauge provides more consistency in the lower spectrum and a firmer feel at attack.
Is this 48 gauge string suitable for creating a hybrid set?
It can be added to an existing set to create a custom gauge. It also allows replacing a bass string or adjusting the balance of a tuning.
What tone does a round wound nickel-plated steel string produce?
The round wound nickel-plated steel delivers a warm tone with a vintage character and clarity suited for powerful riffs. The nickel plating also contributes to a longer lifespan.
What type of end is provided for this string?
The end is equipped with a ball end, according to the specified format for this electric string.



