--- product_id: 17245648 title: "Super Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings 3-pack, 9-42 Gauge (P03223)" brand: "ernie ball" price: "R663" currency: ZAR in_stock: true category: "Ernie Ball" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/17245648-super-slinky-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-3-pack-9 store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 3-pack for nonstop play Bright, balanced tone Precision nickel-plated steel Super Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings 3-pack, 9-42 Gauge (P03223) **Brand:** ernie ball **Price:** R663 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Play like a legend, sound like a pro — every string, every set. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Super Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings 3-pack, 9-42 Gauge (P03223) by ernie ball - **How much does it cost?** R663 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/17245648-super-slinky-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-3-pack-9) ## Best For - ernie ball enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ernie ball brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Triple Pack Convenience:** Three individually wrapped sets keep you ready for every gig or jam session - • **Element Shield Packaging:** Keeps strings fresh and corrosion-free, so your tone stays vibrant longer - • **Ultra-Light Gauge for Speed:** Super Slinky 9-42 gauge offers effortless bends and lightning-fast riffs - • **Legendary Tone, Proven by Icons:** Trusted by Slash, Jimmy Page & more for decades of stage-ready sound - • **Precision Engineered for Consistency:** Nickel-plated steel wrapped on hex core ensures flawless playability and durability ## Overview Ernie Ball Super Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings come in a convenient 3-pack of .009-.042 gauge strings, crafted from nickel-plated steel wrapped around a hex core for bright, balanced tone and exceptional durability. Used by guitar legends worldwide, these strings feature Element Shield packaging to maintain freshness and deliver consistent, stage-ready performance. ## Description Product Description Now available in convenient three-set packs, Ernie Ball Super Slinky electric guitar strings are one of the original Slinky gauges and are played by Jimmy Page, Iron Maiden, Angus Young, and legions of guitarists around the globe. These electric guitar strings are precision manufactured to the highest standards and most exacting specifications to ensure consistency, optimum performance, and long life. Super Slinky wound strings are made from nickel-plated steel wire wrapped around a hex-shaped steel core wire. The plain strings are made of specially tempered tin-plated high-carbon steel, resulting in a bright and well-balanced tone for your guitar. Super Slinky gauges are .009 .011 .016 .024 .032 .042 . From the Manufacturer Now available in convenient three-set packs. Ernie Ball Super Slinky Electric Strings are played by Jimmy Page, Iron Maiden, and Angus Young. These strings are precision manufactured to the highest standards and most exacting specifications to ensure consistency, optimum performance, and long life. Super Slinky wound strings are made from nickel plated steel wire wrapped around a hex shaped steel core wire. The plain strings are made of specially tempered tin plated high carbon steel producing a well balanced tone for your guitar. Gauges . 009, . 011, . 016, . 024w, . 032, . 042 ## Features - Includes 3 individually wrapped sets - Ernie Ball Slinkys are played by legends around the world including Slash, Jimmy Page, Metallica, Eric Clapton, and more - One of the original Slinky gauges, Super Slinky has remained one of the most popular electric guitar strings for decades - Element Shield Packaging prolongs string life and keeps strings as fresh as the day they were made - Bright, balanced tone ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00CAUYNCO | | Best Sellers Rank | #3 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #1 in Electric Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Metal | | Brand Name | Ernie Ball | | Coating Description | coated | | Color | Super (9-42) | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (131,628) | | Finish Type | Uncoated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00749699132233 | | Included Components | 3 sets of guitar strings | | Instrument | Electric Guitar | | Item Type Name | Electric Guitar Strings | | Item Weight | 3.2 ounces | | Manufacturer | Ernie Ball | | Manufacturer Part Number | P03223 | | Material Type | Nickel | | Model Name | Super Slinky 3-Pack | | Model Number | P03223 | | Number of Items | 3 | | Number of Packs | 3 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Electric Guitar | | Set Name | Super Slinky | | Sound Profile | Balanced | | String Gauge | .009 | | String Material Type | Nickel | | UPC | 749699132233 | | Unit Count | 3 Count | | Warranty Description | None. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Ernie Ball - **Color:** Super (9-42) - **Instrument:** Electric Guitar - **String Gauge:** .009 - **String Material Type:** Nickel ## Images ![Super Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings 3-pack, 9-42 Gauge (P03223) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81et0CTSoLL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Why are these ranked #1 in the category "Fishing" ?** A: When a company puts a product in some obscure category, they can get the "best seller" icon when they inevitably get more sales than the other products in that category. That's how you end up searching for something like "guitar strings", and multiple products show up as the #1 seller. Why Amazon still allows this after all these years, I will never know. **Q: Do all 6 strings come in the "1 pack"?** A: If you note on the front of the package, it has a list of numbers (10, 13, 17, 26, 36, 46 on the "Regular Slinky" set, and similar on others). These are the string gauges included in the pack. If there were only one string in the pack, it would list a single number, because you'd have to know which string it was. **Q: what is the difference between slinky and non slinky?** A: Slinky is just a line of strings from Ernie Ball, the "Slinkier" they are the thinner they are, regular Slinky are 10 gauge strings, super slinky are 9s, and "Not Even Slinky" strings are 12s (the number represents the gauge of the lightest string in the set). **Q: I'm looking for extra strings for my new Les Paul Special II. I'm buing guitar from amazon, it costs $149. Are this strings compatible?** A: Short answer, yes they should be fine. Long answer, the comparability between strings and guitars doesnt matter, its the string slots that in the nut that matter. The les Paul's usually use bigger strings anyway. ## Frequently Bought Together - Ernie Ball Super Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings 3-pack, 9-42 Gauge (P03223) - D'Addario Accessories Pro-Winder Guitar String Winder, Cutter, Bridge Pin Puller - All in One Guitar Tool - Black - Ernie Ball Guitar Polish, Fretboard Conditioner, and String Cleaner with Polish Cloth --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/17245648-super-slinky-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-3-pack-9](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/17245648-super-slinky-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-3-pack-9) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-09-08*