Ernie Ball 2248 Stainless Steel Super Slinky 9-42
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Brightness and durability: the stainless steel combo by Ernie Ball
The Ernie Ball 2248 Stainless Steel Super Slinky 9-42 strings are designed for electric guitarists seeking a modern, clear, and sharp tone without sacrificing longevity. The choice of stainless steel provides a pronounced brightness and a crisp feel particularly appreciated in clean tones, crunch, as well as precise distortions.
With their super light tension, these strings offer a soft touch, perfect for expressive bends, generous vibrato, and fast licks. An excellent choice if you want easy playability while maintaining good note-by-note definition.
Technical specifications
| Tension | Extra soft | 1st cord pull | 9 |
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end | Nbr of strings | 6 |
| Category | electric | Material | stainless steel |
| Draw | 9-11-16-24-32-42 | ||
| Brand | Ernie Ball | Metal type | stainless steel wound around a hex core steel wire, with high carbon steel wire |
| Model | 2248 Stainless Steel Super Slinky | Gauge | 9-11-16-24w-32-42 |
| Number of strings | 6 | Gauge (reminder) | 09-11-16-24-32-42 |
| Series / type | Slinky Electric (stainless steel) Super light | ||
Questions frequently asked
What is the gauge of the Ernie Ball 2248 Stainless Steel Super Slinky strings?
The set uses a 09-11-16-24-32-42 gauge, with a .009 first string. This extra light tension provides a flexible feel under the fingers.
Are 9-42 strings suitable for bends and vibrato?
Thanks to the super light 9-42 gauge, expressive bends and generous vibratos are made easier. Fast runs also benefit from reduced tension.
What sound does stainless steel produce on an electric guitar?
Stainless steel delivers a pronounced brightness and clear note definition. The tone is described as clear and sharp, especially in clean, crunch, and precise overdrive settings.
What material are the Stainless Steel Super Slinky strings made from?
The wound strings use a stainless steel wrap over a hex core steel wire. The strings rest on a high carbon steel core wire.
Do these strings have ball ends?
This model features ball ends and includes six strings for electric guitar.
