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product_id: 7577424
title: "Super Slinky Classic Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings, 9-42 Gauge (P02253)"
brand: "ernie ball"
price: "AR$38315"
currency: ARS
in_stock: true
category: "Ernie Ball"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/7577424-super-slinky-classic-pure-nickel-electric-guitar-strings-9-42
store_origin: AR
region: Argentina
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# 9-42 gauge for ultimate playability Pure nickel for warm vintage tone Made in California with premium materials Super Slinky Classic Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings, 9-42 Gauge (P02253)

**Brand:** ernie ball
**Price:** AR$38315
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Unleash your inner rock legend with strings that scream vintage cool!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Super Slinky Classic Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings, 9-42 Gauge (P02253) by ernie ball
- **How much does it cost?** AR$38315 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- ernie ball enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ernie ball brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Top-Ranked Choice:** Join thousands of professionals who trust the #11 best-selling electric guitar strings worldwide.
- • **Crafted in the USA:** Proudly made in California using the freshest, highest-quality materials for consistent performance.
- • **Iconic Vintage Warmth:** Pure nickel strings deliver that classic '50s and '60s rich tone every pro craves.
- • **Signature Slinky Feel:** Experience the legendary Ernie Ball touch that’s defined generations of guitarists.
- • **Effortless Playability:** Super Slinky 9s gauge offers the perfect balance of flexibility and tension for fast, smooth riffs.

## Overview

Ernie Ball Super Slinky Classic Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings (9-42 gauge) combine pure nickel wire wrapped around a hex-shaped high-carbon steel core to produce a warm, vintage tone reminiscent of the '50s and '60s. These strings offer a signature smooth feel and are crafted in California with premium materials, making them a top choice for electric guitarists seeking both quality and classic sound.

## Description

Ernie Ball Classic Rock N Roll Slinky electric guitar strings are made from pure nickel wire wrapped around hex-shaped, high-carbon steel core wire. The plain strings are made of specially tempered tin plated high-carbon steel. Pure nickel electric guitar strings were the standard in much of the ‘50s and ‘60s and produce a warm, rich tone. Gauges .009, .011, .016, .024, .032, .042.

## Features

- Pure nickel was commonly used in electric guitar strings of the '50s and '60s
- Warm, vintage tone
- One of the original Slinky gauges, Super Slinky "9s" have remained one of the most popular electric guitar string gauges for decades
- Signature Slinky feel
- Made in California, USA with the finest and freshest materials

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002PBS86 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #614 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #11 in Electric Guitar Strings |
| Body Material Type | Nickel |
| Brand Name | Ernie Ball |
| Coating Description | coated |
| Color | Super |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (5,605) |
| Finish Type | Uncoated |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00749699122531 |
| Included Components | 1 set of Ernie Ball Super Slinky Classic Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings (9-42 gauge) |
| Instrument | Electric Guitar |
| Item Type Name | Electric Guitar Strings |
| Item Weight | 1.12 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Ernie Ball Music Man |
| Manufacturer Part Number | P02253 |
| Material Type | Nickel, Steel |
| Model Name | Super Slinky Classic Pure Nickel |
| Model Number | P02253 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Electric Guitar |
| Set Name | Super Slinky |
| Sound Profile | warm, vintage tone |
| String Gauge | .009 |
| String Material Type | Nickel |
| UPC | 749699122531 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | Please contact the manufacturer. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Ernie Ball
- **Color:** Super
- **Instrument:** Electric Guitar
- **String Gauge:** .009
- **String Material Type:** Nickel

## Images

![Super Slinky Classic Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings, 9-42 Gauge (P02253) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71B2VbmLiXL.jpg)

## Available Options

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

## 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.

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*Store origin: AR*
*Last updated: 2026-10-10*