Ernie Ball John Mayer Silver Slinky Guitar Strings

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Ernie Ball John Mayer Silver Slinky Guitar Strings, 1 Set, Action Position Back
zZounds Gear Experts Say...
Ernie Ball Silver Slinky strings are made to John Mayer's specifications, with a unique core-to-nickel wrap ratio and custom 10.5 to 47 gauge.

Silver Slinky Strings are the result of an extraordinary partnership between Ernie Ball and John Mayer. Each string has been meticulously engineered with specific gauges and core-to-wrap ratios that meet John’s exacting specifications, resulting in the perfect balance of tone and tension.
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- Gauges: .0105, .0135, .0175, .027, .037, .047
- String Material: Nickel plated steel wire
- Core Material: Tin plated hex shaped steel core wire
- Winding Material: Nickel plated steel
- Winding Type: Round Wound
- Core Shape: Hexagonal
- Coating: None
- Tension: Balanced tone and tension

Dimensions and Weight in Packaging

1 Set

  • Shipping Weight: 0.07 lbs
  • Shipping Dimensions: 5 x 4 x 1 in
  • Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): P02218

3-Pack

  • Shipping Weight: 0.4 lbs
  • Shipping Dimensions: 5 x 5 x 2 in
  • Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): P03818

6-Pack

  • Shipping Weight: 0.44 lbs
  • Shipping Dimensions: 5 x 5 x 3 in
  • Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): P03817

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-543-2255

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (1 ratings)
Submitted January 24, 2026 by a customer from icloud.com

"Vintage strat tone"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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If you like the tone of .11’s but rather play .10’s these are for you. They sound similar to vintage nickel strings.
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