Ernie Ball 2822 5-String Bass Hyper Slinky Nickel

Ernie Ball 2822 Hyper 5-string Slinky Bass Nickel Wound – Classic feel with balanced and articulate tone

Ernie Ball Slinky Bass Nickel Wound is one of the world's most popular electric bass string series. The strings are made with nickel-plated steel wrap wire around a hex-shaped steel core, delivering a clear, balanced tone with strong attack and long-lasting performance. The combination of warmth, definition and comfortable feel makes them a preferred choice for bass players in genres ranging from rock and pop to funk and modern music.

Each string is manufactured using carefully selected raw materials at Ernie Ball's factory in Coachella Valley, Southern California. The result is consistent quality, reliable intonation and a sound that performs equally well on stage and in the studio.

Dimensions

• G: .040
• D: .060
• A: .080
• E: .100
• B: .130

Features

• Nickel-plated steel wrap wire for balanced tone and clear attack
• Hex-shaped steel core for stability and accurate intonation
• Clear and defined tone with warm character
• Suitable for many musical styles and playing techniques
• Made in Coachella Valley, California

Specifications

• Type: String set for 5-string electric bass
• Series: Slinky Bass
• Material, wound strings: Nickel-plated steel
• Core: Hex-shaped steel core
• Tone character: Clear, balanced and dynamic

FAQ

Question: What kind of sound do Nickel Wound strings provide?

Answer: They deliver a clear and balanced tone with excellent definition, strong attack and a warm overall character.

Question: Are these strings suitable for multiple musical styles?

Answer: Yes, they work exceptionally well for rock, pop, funk, metal, country and many other genres.

Question: What is the advantage of a hex-shaped steel core?

Answer: It provides increased stability, improved intonation and a consistent playing feel throughout the string set.

Question: Where are Ernie Ball Slinky Bass strings manufactured?

Answer: They are manufactured in Coachella Valley, Southern California, USA.

Slinky Bass

Ernie Ball's Slinky Bass series has been the first choice of professional musicians and enthusiasts for decades. The series is known for its comfortable feel, articulate tone and wide versatility. Whether you play with fingers, a pick or slap technique, Slinky Bass delivers the response and dynamics required for inspiring bass performance.

Ernie Ball – Revolutionary guitar accessories!

Ernie Ball is widely regarded as one of the greatest innovators in guitar accessories and strings. Sherwood Roland Ball, as he was originally known, began his career as a radio and television musician in the United States and quickly realized there was a significant gap in the market for products designed for guitar, bass and other stringed instruments. The family business, now in its third generation of the Ball family, continues to create solutions and opportunities for musicians around the world.