Detail 01
Round-wound construction
Designed for vibrancy, sustain, clear low end, present midrange and crisp highs.
Product detailSKU #1273887998393
Ernie Ball2838 Slinky Nickel Round Wound 6-String Electric Bass Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A USA-made long-scale 6-string round-wound set built for clear, punchy response, balanced tone and durability under aggressive playing.
Strong match
Who this is for
- 6-string electric bass players
- Players seeking clear lows, present mids and crisp highs
- Aggressive playing styles
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who do not use long-scale basses
- Players seeking a non-round-wound construction
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
Nickel-plated steel wrap wire
Provides a balanced, articulate tone and is described as corrosion resistant.
Detail 03
Tin-plated high-carbon steel hex core
Provides a foundation for the wrap wire to grip onto.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your bass is long scale.
- 02Check that the .032–.130 gauge range suits your instrument and preferences.
- 03This is a 6-string electric bass set.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How many strings are in the Ernie Ball 2838 set?
It is a 6-string electric bass set.
02What are the gauges?
The stated gauge range is .032 to .130.
03What is the string construction?
These are round-wound strings with nickel-plated steel wrap wire and a tin-plated high-carbon steel hex core.
04Where are these strings made?
They are made in the USA.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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- detail
- Tier
- new
- Korena Special
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- Source Id
- site51273887998393
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