---
product_id: 47977494
title: "Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 10-46 Gauge"
brand: "ernie ball"
price: "€ 20.99"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Ernie Ball"
url: https://www.desertcart.nl/products/47977494-ernie-ball-regular-slinky-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-10
store_origin: NL
region: Netherlands
---

# 10-46 medium gauge for versatile play Element Shield packaging for lasting freshness Made in California, USA with premium materials Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 10-46 Gauge

**Brand:** ernie ball
**Price:** € 20.99
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Elevate your riffs with the strings that legends swear by!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 10-46 Gauge by ernie ball
- **How much does it cost?** € 20.99 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/47977494-ernie-ball-regular-slinky-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-10)

## 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

- • **Silky Smooth Feel:** Uncoated nickel wound strings deliver effortless finger glide and dynamic response
- • **Freshness Sealed In:** Element Shield packaging keeps strings sounding new longer
- • **Legendary Tone, Every Time:** Trusted by icons like Slash & Clapton for a bright, balanced sound
- • **Industry Standard Excellence:** Top-ranked best seller with over 120,000 glowing reviews worldwide
- • **Perfect Gauge for All Styles:** 10-46 gauge strikes the ideal balance between playability and rich tone

## Overview

Ernie Ball Regular Slinky 10-46 nickel wound electric guitar strings offer a bright, balanced tone favored by legendary guitarists. Made in California with premium materials and sealed in Element Shield packaging, these uncoated medium gauge strings provide a silky smooth feel and long-lasting freshness. The industry standard for versatility and quality, they are the top choice for professionals and enthusiasts alike.

## Description

Buy Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 10-46 Gauge. Free delivery and returns on eligible orders.

Review: great strings - For years, I've played 8s, but I want to move up to 9s in the hope of a slightly thicker sound, so bought these as a stepping stone. They play great. I can feel the difference, but that's good because I didn't know if I would. I play virtually every day, and after two weeks, they still sound as bright as the day I changed them, and they still feel as silky smooth. Terrific strings.
Review: Great strings and fast delivery - Great strings and good price.

## Features

- Ernie Ball Slinkys are played by legends around the world including Slash, Jimmy Page, Metallica, Eric Clapton, and more.
- Preferred by players across many genres, Regular Slinky’s 10-to-46 gauge has become the industry standard.
- Element Shield packaging ensures your strings stay as fresh as they were the day they were made.
- Bright, balanced tone.
- Made in California, USA with the finest and freshest materials.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002M6CVC |
| Best Sellers Rank | 1 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 1 in Guitar Strings |
| Brand | Ernie Ball |
| Brand Name | Ernie Ball |
| Coating Description | uncoated |
| Coating description | uncoated |
| Colour | Regular (10-46) |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 123,218 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Uncoated |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00749699122210 |
| Included Components | Box contents: 1 piece |
| Instrument | Guitar |
| Item Type Name | Ernie Ball 2221 Regular Slinky 10-46 String Set |
| Item height | 4.5 inches |
| Manufacturer | Ernie Ball |
| Product Warranty | 1 years. |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Electric guitar |
| String Gauge | Medium |
| String Material Type | Nickel |
| String gauge | Medium |
| String material type | Nickel |
| UPC | 749699122210 |
| Unit Count | 1 count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Ernie Ball
- **Colour:** Regular (10-46)
- **Instrument:** Guitar
- **String gauge:** Medium
- **String material type:** Nickel

## Images

![Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 10-46 Gauge - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81wMsbKBB9L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is it low in sugar?**
A: Yes, sugar-free in fact. You could always sprinkle some on though if that's your preference.

**Q: Will these work on a Gibson Les Paul Special II?**
A: Short answer, yes. They will work on most guitars, provided they are the proper scale length. The high e is prone to snapping without much effort. Mine snapped after 2 weeks of regular use whilst loosening them up for guitar maintenance. Still good value though.

**Q: Do they play ok in C# standard?**
A: Yes they play fine in most tunings above standard A

**Q: I restrung my guitar with these strings (they are the right gauge for the guitar) but now all the frets are a semitone out of tune. Any way to fix?**
A: Make sure your intonation is set correctly.  To check intonation, fret string at twelfth fret then do open harmonic at same fret. They should sound the same.if sharp or flat then adjust bridge saddle.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ great strings
*by S***T on 20 November 2025*

For years, I've played 8s, but I want to move up to 9s in the hope of a slightly thicker sound, so bought these as a stepping stone. They play great. I can feel the difference, but that's good because I didn't know if I would. I play virtually every day, and after two weeks, they still sound as bright as the day I changed them, and they still feel as silky smooth. Terrific strings.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great strings and fast delivery
*by A***. on 6 January 2026*

Great strings and good price.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I am brand loyal
*by T***Y on 11 January 2026*

I am and always will be brand loyal to Ernie Ball. Great strings. They work for both standard and drop-d tunings with enough tension in them to keep off the frets. They didn’t fit in the nut initially but a few runs back and forth on the low end will break down the look. They lasted about 6 days from string to string breakage although I do play a lot and pretty hard but if that’s your concern get some titanium coated or para digm.

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*Product available on Desertcart Netherlands*
*Store origin: NL*
*Last updated: 2026-01-27*