Ernie Ball 2217 Zippy Slinky Nickel

Ernie Ball 2217 Zippy Slinky Nickel Wound electric guitar strings – ultra-light tension for lightning-fast bends

Ernie Ball 2217 Zippy Slinky is a super-thin 6-string electric guitar set for those who want maximum playability with minimal resistance. The ultra-low tension makes it easy to do big bends, fast runs and vibrato with less finger pressure, so your left hand can stay more relaxed – without losing that familiar Slinky feel.

The tone is classic electric guitar: a clear, punchy attack and a bright “zingy” top end that responds quickly to pick attack and pickups. The wound strings are roundwound nickel-plated steel for the well-known nickel-wound balance between punch and clarity, and the hex core provides a stable foundation, even when the set feels extra “slinky/loose”. The plain strings complete the classic steel look and crisp response.

This set is especially suited to players with a light touch, anyone who wants extremely low tension, or those who prioritise comfort over resistance. String gauges range from 0.18 mm to 0.91 mm (0.007–0.036), and because they are so light, they can feel “too loose” if you’re used to heavier sets – and you may find it easier to fret notes sharp until you’ve adapted your picking/fretting pressure. Extra-light gauges can also be more sensitive to heavy picking, aggressive bends or sharp saddles, so a well-deburred setup can help reduce the risk of breaking thin strings.

• Type: Elguitarstrenge (sæt)
• Materiale: Nickel-plated steel (wound), tin-plated high-carbon steel (plain)
• Dimensioner: Gauges: 0,91/0,66/0,51/0,33/0,23/0,18 mm (E til e)
• Vægt (kg): 0.05
• Antal strenge i sæt: 6
• Konstruktion: Hex core, roundwound (omviklede strenge)