Ernie Ball .056 NICKEL WOUND ELECTRIC GUITAR STRINGS
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Ernie Ball
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Customize Your Playing, String by String
With the Ernie Ball Slinky Nickel Wound 56, you no longer settle for a standard set: you adapt your instrument to your hand and tuning. Buying a single string is especially useful if you play in alternate tunings, seek more tension in the low end, or simply want to keep your favorite gauge by replacing only the worn string. It's also an excellent solution to balance tension across the strings and achieve a consistent feel along the entire neck.
A Warm Sound and Musical Response
Made from nickel-plated steel, this string offers a warm sonic character, with a smooth attack and rich midrange, highly appreciated for "vintage" tones. The nickel plating provides a comfortable balance between brightness and roundness while maintaining good definition, especially on low riffs and strong rhythms. The result: an expressive string that responds well to playing nuances, from pick attack to more subtle fingerpicking.
Technical specifications
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end | Nbr of strings | 1 |
| Category | Electric single string | Spun | round |
| Draw | 56 | Material | nickel-plated steel |
| Brand | Ernie Ball | Gauge | 56 |
| Number of strings | 1 | ||
Questions frequently asked
Ernie Ball Slinky Nickel Wound 56: single string or complete set?
This reference is sold individually and contains a single electric string of gauge 56. It allows replacing only a worn string without changing the entire set.
What is the gauge of this Ernie Ball string?
The indicated gauge is 56, which is a bass string designed to provide more sustain in the low register.
Is a 56 gauge string suitable for alternate tunings?
Using a 56 gauge string is particularly useful for alternate tunings. This size can provide more sustain in the bass range. It also allows adjusting the tension balance within a set of strings.
What sound does the nickel-plated steel impart on this string?
The nickel-plated steel material produces a warm character, with a smooth attack and rich midrange. The clarity remains suitable for heavy riffs and strong rhythm playing.
What type of winding and ball end does this string have?
The string uses round winding and a ball end, according to the specified characteristics.



