Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings 10-46Series: Slinky SeriesProduct Type: Electric Guitar StringsGauge: Regular 10-46Finish: Lime Green Pack Overview The Ernie Ball Regular Slinky 10-46 set is one of the most iconic electric guitar string packs ever made, trusted by countless players across rock, blues, pop, indie, and metal. Known for their balanced tension, bright response, and smooth feel, Regular Slinkys have become a go-to choice for players wanting the perfect middle ground between easy bends and solid rhythm performance. Constructed with nickel-plated steel wound strings wrapped around a hex-shaped steel core, these strings deliver punchy mids, crisp highs, and dependable tuning stability. The plain strings use specially tempered tin-plated high carbon steel for strong output and reliable feel under bends and vibrato. The 10-46 gauge is widely considered the industry standard for players wanting versatile feel and tone. Light enough for expressive lead work yet firm enough for rhythm playing, it suits everything from classic rock riffs to modern clean tones and drop-tuned experimentation. Key Features Tone and Performance Bright, balanced electric guitar toneStrong mids with crisp top-end clarityExcellent sustain and punchy attackVersatile enough for many musical styles Feel and Playability 10-46 Regular gauge for balanced tensionComfortable bending feel without being too lightGreat for rhythm and lead playing alikeSmooth familiar Slinky response Construction Nickel-plated steel wound stringsHex steel core for stability and outputTin-plated high carbon steel plain stringsPrecision manufactured for consistency Practical Use Ideal for Strat®, Tele®, Les Paul®, Superstrat and moreSuitable for standard tuning and many alternate tuningsPopular everyday string choice for gigging musiciansTrusted worldwide by generations of players Specifications Category Detail Product Type Electric Guitar Strings Brand Ernie Ball Series Slinky Model Number P02221 Gauge .010 .013 .017 .026 .036 .046 Material Nickel-Plated Steel Core Shape Hex Core Number of Strings 6 Suitable For Electric Guitar Tension Feel Medium / Balanced Finish Standard Why Choose These Strings? The Ernie Ball Regular Slinky 10-46 set is ideal for players who want: A classic all-round electric guitar string gaugeBalanced feel for rhythm and lead playingBright punchy tone with reliable tuning stabilityOne of the most trusted string sets in guitar historyProfessional performance at excellent value
