Detail 01
RPS reinforcement
A patented bronze-wire winding is tightly wrapped around the lock twist at the ball end.
Product detailSKU #1273887998586
Ernie Ball2239 Super Slinky RPS 9 Electric Guitar Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A Super Slinky RPS set with reinforced plain-string ball ends designed to minimize slippage and breakage.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Electric guitar players seeking 9-11-16-24-32-42 gauges
- Acoustic guitar players who want an RPS string set
- Players seeking reinforced plain strings at the ball end
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Classical guitar players
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Ball-end design
The stated purpose is to minimize string slippage and breakage where they most often occur.
Detail 03
Gauge set
The strings are gauged 9, 11, 16, 24, 32, and 42.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that the 9-11-16-24-32-42 gauge set suits your instrument and preferences.
- 02These strings are stated for electric and acoustic guitars, not classical guitars.
- 03RPS refers to Reinforced Plain Strings; the reinforcement is at the ball-end lock twist.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What does RPS mean?
RPS stands for Reinforced Plain Strings.
02What gauges are in this set?
9-11-16-24-32-42.
03Can these strings be used on an acoustic guitar?
Yes. They are stated for electric and acoustic guitars.
04Can these strings be used on a classical guitar?
No. They are not for classical guitars.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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