--- product_id: 124909228 title: "2251 Classic Pure Nickel Regular Slinky String Set (10-46)" brand: "ernie ball" price: "€ 15.14" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 category: "Ernie Ball" url: https://www.desertcart.nl/products/124909228-2251-classic-pure-nickel-regular-slinky-string-set-10-46 store_origin: NL region: Netherlands --- # Premium nickel-steel blend for warm, vintage tone Light gauge .010-.046 for effortless playability Element Shield Packaging extends string life 2251 Classic Pure Nickel Regular Slinky String Set (10-46) **Brand:** ernie ball **Price:** € 15.14 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Shield your sound, unleash your vibe. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 2251 Classic Pure Nickel Regular Slinky String Set (10-46) by ernie ball - **How much does it cost?** € 15.14 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nl](https://www.desertcart.nl/products/124909228-2251-classic-pure-nickel-regular-slinky-string-set-10-46) ## Best For - ernie ball enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ernie ball brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Stay Fresh, Play Longer:** Element Shield Packaging locks in freshness and durability, so your strings sound new every session. - β€’ **Effortless Finger Comfort:** Light gauge strings (.010-.046) designed to reduce finger fatigue without sacrificing sound quality. - β€’ **Vintage Warmth, Modern Edge:** Crafted from pure nickel and steel for that classic mellow tone with contemporary reliability. - β€’ **Pro-Level Sound, Everyday Use:** Trusted by pros and enthusiasts alike for rich, balanced tones on electric guitars. - β€’ **Made in the USA, Loved Worldwide:** Ernie Ball’s premium craftsmanship ensures consistent quality and performance. ## Overview Ernie Ball Pure Nickel electric guitar strings feature a pure nickel-steel composition delivering warm, vintage tones with smooth playability. Packaged in Element Shield to prolong string life and maintain freshness, these light gauge (.010-.046) strings are crafted in the USA and highly rated for their durability and rich sound profile. ## Description Product Description Review: Great but pricey - Used it in my acoustic electric guitar. The strings doesn't hurts your fingers. Plays and sounds fabulous. 5/5. Though the price could be a bit less. But never the less it's a awesome product. Review: Great sound, solid strings. will def buy again - Son loves these for his Epiphone electric!! Great sound and playability. ## Features - Element Shield Packaging Prolongs string life and keeps strings as fresh as the day they were made ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0002PBS7M | | Best Sellers Rank | #6,464 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #235 in Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Wood | | Brand | Ernie Ball | | Brand Name | Ernie Ball | | Coating Description | coated | | Colour | Regular (10-46) | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 6,612 Reviews | | Finish Type | Uncoated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00749699122517 | | Importer Contact Information | MUSIC & MORE DIST.CO.PVT.LTD. C-4 to C-11 GATE NO- 3 Hosiery Complex Phase 2 Noida 201305 | | Included Components | 6 strings (10-46 gauge) | | Instrument | Electric Guitar | | Item Type Name | Strings | | Item Weight | 0.03 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | ERNIE BALL STRINGS, 151 Suburban Rd.San Luis Obispo,CA 93401,USA, Ernie Ball | | Manufacturer Contact Information | ERNIE BALL STRINGS, 151 Suburban Rd.San Luis Obispo,CA 93401,USA | | Manufacturer Part Number | P02251 | | Material Type | Nickel, Steel | | Model Name | P02251 | | Model Number | P02251 | | Packer Contact Information | ERNIE BALL STRINGS, 151 Suburban Rd.San Luis Obispo,CA 93401,USA | | Recommended Uses For Product | Electric Guitar | | Sound Profile | Warm, Vintage, Mellow | | String Gauge | .01 | | String Material Type | Nickel | | UPC | 749699122517 | | Warranty Description | 1 Year Manufacturer | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Ernie Ball - **Colour:** Regular (10-46) - **Instrument:** Electric Guitar - **String Gauge:** .01 - **String Material Type:** Nickel ## Images ![2251 Classic Pure Nickel Regular Slinky String Set (10-46) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61V5Hn+r8xL.jpg) ![2251 Classic Pure Nickel Regular Slinky String Set (10-46) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71C+nD4gXhL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Why do these strings turn my fingers black ? Anybody else had this problem ?** A: Have you seen a picture of SRV’s fingers? Permanently black/grey from playing. Probably the wear of the metal. Frets and strings wear out from play due to friction **Q: What’s the difference between hybrid and regular strings?** A: The difference is the string gauges. The 9-11-16-26-36-46 is considered a "hybrid gauge" set. It has the 9-11-16 of their "super" slinky sets and the 26-36-46 of their "regular" sets. So it's a hybrid of the 9s and 10s. Hope that helps! **Q: Are these strings round or hex core?** A: From the Ernie Ball website (do a search for 2253) they say this: "Made from pure nickel wire wrapped around tin plated hex shaped steel core wire, these guitar strings produce a warm rich tone with that signature Slinky feel. Gauges .009, .011, .016, .024w, .032, .042 " so according to Ernie Ball they are HEX CORE. **Q: Which of the classic pure nickel slinky sets have unwound g (3rd) strings?** A: All of the Ernie Ball Pure Nickel Slinky sets currently available have unwound 3rd strings. This particular brand denotes "w" next to the 3rd string gauge number to denote a wound 3rd. Notice no "w"s are present on any of the packages here, so no sets contain a wound 3rd. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great but pricey *by A***R on 17 August 2025* Used it in my acoustic electric guitar. The strings doesn't hurts your fingers. Plays and sounds fabulous. 5/5. Though the price could be a bit less. But never the less it's a awesome product. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great sound, solid strings. will def buy again *by L***T on 8 January 2026* Son loves these for his Epiphone electric!! Great sound and playability. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good *by J***N on 26 April 2026* Works well, made well ## Frequently Bought Together - Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Classic Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings, 10-46 Gauge (P02251) - Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 10-46 Gauge (P02221) - Ernie Ball Earthwood Light Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, 11-52 Gauge (P02148) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.nl/products/124909228-2251-classic-pure-nickel-regular-slinky-string-set-10-46](https://www.desertcart.nl/products/124909228-2251-classic-pure-nickel-regular-slinky-string-set-10-46) --- *Product available on Desertcart Netherlands* *Store origin: NL* *Last updated: 2026-07-03*