Ernie Ball 3120 Coated Slinky Power Slinky 11-48
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Ernie Ball
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"Titanium" Strength Designed for the Strings That Break First
With the Slinky Coated Titanium series, Ernie Ball doesn't just treat the wound strings: the brand also reinforces the plain strings (the most stressed and often the most fragile) near the ball end with a titanium reinforcement. The result: fewer breakages related to stress points, a reliable playing feel over time, and a more economical string set for guitarists who chain rehearsals, gigs, and sessions.
Power Slinky 11-48: Responsiveness, Sustain, and Solid Attack
The 11-48 gauge is aimed at electric guitarists seeking "power" tension : clear attacks, more sustained lows, and better resistance under the pick. An excellent choice for standard or slightly dropped tunings, heavy rhythm playing, and leads that need to stay stable. This range is notably used by artists such as Aerosmith, Brad Paisley, and Avenged Sevenfold.
Technical specifications
| Tension | Extra hard | 1st cord pull | 11 |
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end | Nbr of strings | 6 |
| Category | electric | Material | titane |
| Classification | Power | Special feature | ball |
| Draw | 11-14-18-28-38-48 | ||
| Type | strings for electric guitar, Slinky Coated Titanium | Treatment | fine coating on wound strings to preserve tone |
| Number of strings | 6 | Lifespan | claimed to be 5 to 7 times longer than a standard set |
| Material / reinforcement | titanium (reinforcement near the ball end on plain strings) | Packaging | airtight pouch |
| Gauge | 11-14-18-28-38-48 | ||
Questions frequently asked
What is the gauge of the Ernie Ball 3120 Coated Slinky Power Slinky?
The set uses the gauge 11-14-18-28-38-48, with a first string at .011.
Are these 11-48 strings suitable for down-tuned tunings?
The extra hard tension and 11-48 gauge provide tighter low end. This model is suitable for standard or slightly down-tuned setups.
How does the titanium reinforcement limit breakage?
A titanium reinforcement is placed near the ball end of the unwound strings. This area is a highly stressed stress point. The design aims to reduce breakage at that location.
What lifespan is claimed for this string set?
The stated lifespan is 5 to 7 times longer than a standard set, thanks to the thin coating on the wound strings.
Are Ernie Ball 3120 strings suitable for heavy rhythm playing?
With their Power classification and extra hard tension, they promote a sharp attack and better resistance under the pick.
