Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 10-46 Gauge

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Lots of high-profile players use hybrid guitar strings these days, and they’re particular popular with guitarists that employ ‘drop D’ tuning. Matt Bellamy (Muse) is an extreme case, who uses medium 10-46 gauges combined with a low .60 for his 6th string. Now that’s heavy! A great middle-ground for size vs. tension. Adding a 60 on the low-E string can also provide even more “oomph” to the low end. Drop B Fender Scale – Single Strings (11, 15, 20, 36, 48, 60) Translates well from E Standard and Drop D all the way down to Eb Standard and Drop C#. D Standard and Drop C Power Slinky Bass (55-110) Maintains slinkiness on the high strings, and beefs up the feel on the lower strings, especially when dropped. Eb Standard Fender Scale – Skinny Top / Heavy Bottom (10-52)

Retains the feeling of normal tension, even with the lowered tuning. C Standard Fender Scale (Option A) – Not Even Slinky (12-56) Helpful for retaining proper tension with a shorter scale. Drop C Fender Scale – Beefy Slinky (11-54) + 56 The Ernie Ball Paradigm strings are the first guitar strings to come with a guarantee that they won't break! If your strings break or rust within 90 days, Ernie Ball will replace them! A slightly adjusted custom set of single strings allows you to beef up the higher strings, while retaining the size of the lower strings. Can also use a 62 or 64 on the low-E string for added heaviness and tension. Bass Tunings E Standard and Drop D Regular Slinky Bass (50-105) Ernie Ball have been manufacturing guitar strings in Southern California for over 50 years and they have defined the standard for guitar strings the world over.Produced to the highest quality standards, Ernie Ball Regular Slinky guitar strings are precision manufactured for consistency, optimum performance and longevity. Retains the feel of standard tuning even when dropped to a much lower tuning. D Standard Fender Scale – Beefy Slinky (11-54) As light gauge strings have a thinner construction, they typically sound brighter and more articulate too. This is another quality that country players adore about skinny strings. To most guitar players, 9-42 and 8-38 gauge strings are considered “light”. Heavy Guitar Strings The strings on your guitar have a major impact on its sound and playability. The wrong gauge makes playing harder, the guitar feel wrong and can seriously reduce your enjoyment.

Some guitarists may also dislike the inconsistency of hybrid guitar strings, whereby the amount of pressure required to bend one string will differ with that of another. The three treble strings will be of a similar tension when tuned to pitch, but if you regularly bend or apply vibrato to your lower strings too, it may be harder to predict how much pressure you’d need to apply for it to sound natural and in tune. Which Brands Make Hybrid Guitar Strings? Using the 11-48 set with the low-E string swapped out for a 52 gives you all of the low-end chug that you need while still feeling like standard tuning on the higher strings. Gibson Scale – Beefy Slinky (11-54) The best selling strings from Ernie Ball, the Regular Slinky strings are played by such living legends as Eric Clapton, John Mayer, Steve Vai and countless others. Still feels slinky, but retains a good amount of tension. Fender Scale (Option B) – Beefy Slinky (11-54) Those that are obsessive about finding the perfect setup are particularly sensitive to the gauges of their strings, and therefore finding the best set is subjective as it depends entirely on your particular style and playing demands. However, hybrid guitar strings are definitely on the rise as many musicians are transitioning to them.Hybrid guitar strings are made by some of the biggest brands in the business, including Ernie Ball, D’Addario, Elixir and Curt Mangan. Catering for this growing audience is obviously important, and many brands are experimenting with the gauges that they offer to meet demand.

Officially the strings of electric guitar and gracing the biggest stages on the planet, with a list of accredited players that is enviably massive! [We’ve listed a few at the bottom.] Regular slinky coated strings for longer life and superior tone. 10, 13, 17, 26, 36, 46 gauges. A brief guide to strings: Preferable for getting a heavier, more Strat-like tension on a Gibson Scale instrument. Drop D Both Scales – Skinny Top / Heavy Bottom (10-52)Using the Beefy Slinky set with a 56 swapped out for the low-E (or even a 60!) feels fantastic. Gibson Scale – Not Even Slinky (12-56) Optimal for detuning. Similar to the Skinny Top / Heavy Bottom, but several gauges heavier. Provides a higher-tension feel. Gibson Scale – Power Slinky (11-48) Essentially, hybrid guitar strings give you the best of both worlds. They typically feature heavy bottom strings and light treble strings. But before we look into why they’re becoming a favoured choice, lets first identify the reasons why there are so many different guitar string gauges available. What’s The Difference Between Guitar String Gauges? Something that a lot of guitarists will experiment with are string gauges, as they can dramatically affect the feel and sound of their instruments. And trust us, there’s plenty to choose from! Light Guitar Strings With the Paradigm strings, you won't have to have that pre-show feeling that tonight you may break a string. They're so strong that you can go out and play as hard as you want with confidence that the strings won't break. This is because of a new wire drawing process that ensures the string doesn't lose strength. Here's what Ernie Ball say about the Paradigm strings: