Ernie Ball 2625 Slinky 8C 10-74
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Custom 8-string gauge 10-13-17-30-42-54-64-74, ideal for low tunings and 8-string guitars
- Nickel-plated steel for a convincing balance of brightness, warmth, and finger comfort
- Stability and durability designed to withstand intensive playing and maintain good tuning stability
- Slinky reference, a classic highly praised by many demanding guitarists
Manufacturer Information
Ernie Ball
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A Best-Selling Slinky Tailored for 8 Strings
With the Ernie Ball 2625 Slinky 8C 10-74, you get the Slinky DNA in a version perfectly suited for 8-string guitars. This set is designed to accurately reproduce the character of your instrument while offering a familiar playing feel: sharp attack, responsive dynamics, and faithful tone, whether you play heavy riffs, extended chords, or modern lead.
Thanks to its careful design and high manufacturing standards, this set aims for exemplary stability and good wear resistance. A relevant choice if you are looking for a serious gauge to support low registers without sacrificing definition or musicality on the thinner strings.
Technical specifications
| Tension | Medium | 1st cord pull | 10 |
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end | Nbr of strings | 8 |
| Category | electric | Material | nickel-plated steel |
| Draw | 10-13-17-30-42-54-64-74 | Special feature | 8-string |
| Brand | Ernie Ball | Gauge | 10-13-17-30-42-54-64-74 |
| Model | 2625 Slinky 8C | Feature | 8-string |
| Number of strings | 8 | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Ernie Ball 2625 Slinky 8C set compatible with an 8-string guitar?
This set includes 8 strings and is specifically designed for 8-string guitars. The strings feature ball-end attachments.
What are the gauges of the Ernie Ball 8-string 10-74 set?
The complete gauge set is 10-13-17-30-42-54-64-74. The first string has a gauge of .010 and the lowest reaches .074.
Are the Ernie Ball 2625 strings made of nickel-plated steel?
The specified composition is nickel-plated steel. This material applies to this set intended for electric guitar.
What tension level does the Slinky 8C 10-74 set offer?
The stated tension is medium. The .074 gauge on the eighth string is designed to support the low registers of an 8-string guitar.
Is the 10-74 gauge suitable for low riffs on an 8-string guitar?
The 10-13-17-30-42-54-64-74 distribution pairs light strings for high parts with two heavy strings at .064 and .074. The description indicates a clear attack and responsive dynamics for massive riffs. The manufacturing also aims for good stability and wear resistance.
