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product_id: 1772086
title: "Ernie Ball Power Slinky Nickel Wound Bass Guitar Strings, 55-110 Gauge (P02831)"
brand: "ernie ball"
price: "R902"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Ernie Ball"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1772086-ernie-ball-power-slinky-nickel-wound-bass-guitar-strings-55
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Nickel-plated steel for bright balanced tone Heavy gauge .055-.110 for powerful sound Made in California with premium materials Ernie Ball Power Slinky Nickel Wound Bass Guitar Strings, 55-110 Gauge (P02831)

**Brand:** ernie ball
**Price:** R902
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Power your bass with the strings that legends swear by!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Ernie Ball Power Slinky Nickel Wound Bass Guitar Strings, 55-110 Gauge (P02831) by ernie ball
- **How much does it cost?** R902 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/1772086-ernie-ball-power-slinky-nickel-wound-bass-guitar-strings-55)

## 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

- • **Freshness Sealed In:** Element Shield Packaging keeps strings fresh and long-lasting
- • **Crafted in the Heart of Rock:** Handmade in California using the finest nickel steel
- • **Heavier Gauge, Heavier Impact:** Thick .055-.110 strings deliver deep, rich lows with slinky playability
- • **Legendary Tone, Proven by Icons:** Trusted by Tool, Green Day & more for that signature punch
- • **Balanced Sound, Unmatched Durability:** Bright highs meet moody lows for versatile bass tones that stay in tune

## Overview

Ernie Ball Power Slinky Bass Guitar Strings (55-110 gauge) are premium nickel-plated steel strings crafted in California. Designed for 4-string bassists seeking a heavier gauge, they deliver a bright, balanced tone with rich lows and clear highs. Trusted by top bands worldwide, these strings come sealed in Element Shield Packaging to ensure freshness and durability, making them a top choice for professional and aspiring bass players alike.

## Description

Ernie Ball Roundwound Power Slinky bass guitar strings are made from nickel-plated steel wrapped around a hex-shaped steel core wire. Each bass guitar string produces a bright, balanced tone and is manufactured with the freshest and finest raw materials in the beautiful Coachella Valley of Southern California. Gauges .055, .075, .090, .110.

Review: Chunky but FUNKY! - Man these are some fun strings! I mean it's only a few bucks to mess around with such a fat sound. If you are not having fun you can always go back to your old strings and you are only out a few bucks. These have all the tension of a deep dark beast, but they still bend. They are indeed slinky. The have held up to tuning after I tuned them initially once or twice. They look great especially that chunky wound E, I played flat strings for a long time. These look heavier and fatter but they do play slinky. With clean bright highs and with moody punchy lows.
Review: Great Sound & Quality - Sounded great. I have a 4 string PJ bass by Jackson, the strings were easy to install and sounded great. the first few tunes sounded kinda strange because i wasnt used to this thickness and i think it took a while to stay in tune, but after use these sound great and stay in tune for days. (As for the photos yes I know i tuned the top and bottom string backwards)

## Features

- Ernie Ball Bass Slinkys are played by legendary bands around the world including Tool, Rage Against the Machine, Zac Brown Band, Green Day, and Avenged Sevenfold
- Power Slinkys are ideal for players who prefer a heavier gauged 4-string bass set
- Rich, balanced tone
- Element Shield Packaging prolongs string life and keeps strings as fresh as the day they were made
- Made in California, USA with the freshest and finest materials
- Ernie Ball is the pioneer of rock and roll guitar strings.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002DVBJY |
| Best Sellers Rank | #92 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #1 in Bass Guitar Strings |
| Body Material Type | Steel |
| Brand | Ernie Ball |
| Brand Name | Ernie Ball |
| Coating Description | coated |
| Color | Power (55-110) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 1,209 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Uncoated |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00749699128311 |
| Included Components | Bass Guitar Strings |
| Instrument | Bass Guitar |
| Item Type Name | Bass Guitar Strings |
| Item Weight | 2.4 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Ernie Ball Music Man |
| Manufacturer Part Number | P02831 |
| Material Type | Nickel Steel |
| Model Name | Power Slinky |
| Model Number | P02831 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Bass Guitar |
| Set Name | Power Slinky |
| Sound Profile | Balanced |
| String Gauge | .055 |
| String Material Type | Nickel Steel |
| UPC | 749699128311 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | None. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Ernie Ball
- **Color:** Power (55-110)
- **Instrument:** Bass Guitar
- **String Gauge:** .055
- **String Material Type:** Nickel Steel

## Images

![Ernie Ball Power Slinky Nickel Wound Bass Guitar Strings, 55-110 Gauge (P02831) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81rc64I-x-L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What’s the length in inches of these strings?**
A: Unless otherwise noted, all of our bass strings are 48" in length and designed for basses with a scale length of 34".

**Q: What are good for rock?**
A: Slinky are basically made for Rock! Bright, but also well rounded tones. Hope that helps.

**Q: Will these work on rbx jm2 John Myung signature?**
A: Hi there, If the scale length of the bass is around 34 or 35 inches it should work. Also John Myung's name appears on the back as an endorsed artists for the strings. Hope this helps!

**Q: Which set would be good for drop B?**
A: A larger string gauge will produce higher tension. When you drop your tuning that higher tension will help retain note clarity and power. Go for the Power Slinky or buy an even larger 5 string set and use only the biggest 4 strings. You'll have to adjust the truss rod and bridge afterwards.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Chunky but FUNKY!
*by D***Y on May 28, 2024*

Man these are some fun strings! I mean it's only a few bucks to mess around with such a fat sound. If you are not having fun you can always go back to your old strings and you are only out a few bucks. These have all the tension of a deep dark beast, but they still bend. They are indeed slinky. The have held up to tuning after I tuned them initially once or twice. They look great especially that chunky wound E, I played flat strings for a long time. These look heavier and fatter but they do play slinky. With clean bright highs and with moody punchy lows.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Sound & Quality
*by S***0 on July 14, 2024*

Sounded great. I have a 4 string PJ bass by Jackson, the strings were easy to install and sounded great. the first few tunes sounded kinda strange because i wasnt used to this thickness and i think it took a while to stay in tune, but after use these sound great and stay in tune for days. (As for the photos yes I know i tuned the top and bottom string backwards)

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Looking for darker but not a 5 string? Grab some chonk strings!!
*by T***E on October 31, 2025*

Ernie Ball strings are affordable, reliable, and always available. As a bassist going for darker sounds, stepping up to these chonks certainly helped!! Immediately noticed the difference, and can't imagine I will ever use a standard gauge string set on my metal 4 string again!! I will have a few sets of these as backups at all times now.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-10-20*