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Ernie Ball RPS Slinky Turbo Slinky 9.5-46 – The perfect balance between 9s and 10s

Ernie Ball RPS Slinky Turbo Slinky 9.5-46 was developed for guitarists who find a standard 9-gauge set too light and a 10-gauge set too stiff. Sitting directly between the two, it delivers effortless bends, fast response and a fuller tone than traditional extra-light string sets. The result is a versatile set that works equally well for blues, rock, pop and fusion.

Like the other models in the RPS range, Turbo Slinky features Ernie Ball's patented Reinforced Plain Strings technology, which strengthens the plain strings at the ball end to reduce wear and help prevent breakage. The wound strings are made from nickel-plated steel wire wrapped around a hex-shaped steel core, delivering the classic Slinky tone and long-lasting durability.

Features

• Unique in-between gauges bridging 9s and 10s
• Patented RPS reinforcement for enhanced durability
• Helps reduce breakage at the ball end
• Nickel-plated steel for a balanced, classic tone
• Hex-shaped steel core for improved attack and response
• Fast playing feel with added tonal fullness

Specifications

• Model: Turbo Slinky
• Type: Electric guitar strings
• Material: Nickel-plated steel
• Construction: Reinforced Plain Strings (RPS)

String Gauges

• E1: .0095
• B2: .012
• G3: .016
• D4: .026
• A5: .036
• E6: .046

Why choose 9.5-46? Turbo Slinky delivers easier bends and lower string tension than a traditional 10-gauge set, while offering a fuller, more stable tone than a standard 9-gauge set. It's an excellent choice for players looking for the ideal balance between comfort and tone.

RPS Slinky Electric - Reinforced Plain Strings!

Ernie Ball Slinky Electric strings are the strings that made Ernie Ball famous. This version features a patented reinforcement design on the plain strings, using a brass winding at the ball end to secure the twist lock and reduce the likelihood of breakage. The wound strings use a hex-shaped steel core wrapped with nickel-plated steel wire, while the plain strings are made from specially tempered tin-plated carbon steel. The result is a balanced tone and enhanced durability suitable for virtually any musical style.

Ernie Ball - Revolutionary Guitar Accessories!

Ernie Ball is widely regarded as one of the most influential innovators in the world of guitar accessories and strings. Founder Sherwood Roland Ball identified the need for better products for guitarists and bass players early on. Now in its third generation, the family-owned company continues to develop innovative solutions that help musicians around the globe perform at their best.