Detail 01
Nickel-plated steel windings
The stated tonal blend is bright highs, focused mids, and tight low end.
Product detailSKU #1273887998469
Ernie Ball3220 Nickel Power Slinky Electric Guitar Strings 3-Pack
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The Korena take
A three-set pack of .011–.048 nickel-plated steel electric-guitar strings built for chunky rhythms, powerful sound, and a bright, focused, tight tonal balance.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Rock and blues players
- Guitarists seeking thicker strings and slightly higher tension
- Players looking for chunky rhythms, low-end rumble, and articulation
- Players who want three sets in a reclosable pack
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who do not want a .011–.048 gauge combination
- Players who do not want slightly higher string tension
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
Tin-plated hex-shaped steel core
This is the stated core-wire construction.
Detail 03
.011–.048 gauge
This is the Power Slinky gauge combination stated for the product.
Detail 04
Reclosable pack
Leftover strings can be kept sealed and protected.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01This is a 3-pack, not a single set.
- 02The stated gauge combination is .011–.048.
- 03The strings use a tin-plated hex-shaped steel core with nickel-plated steel windings.
- 04The product description states that the thicker windings produce slightly higher tension.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How many sets are included?
Three sets are included.
02What gauge are these strings?
They use a .011–.048 gauge combination.
03What are the strings made from?
They have a tin-plated hex-shaped steel core wire wrapped in nickel-plated steel.
04Where are they made?
They are made in California, USA.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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