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product_id: 237488246
title: "EBL*2255 (Classic Pure Nickel Extra Slinky Electric Guitar Strings (8-38))"
brand: "ernie ball"
price: "R214"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/237488246-ebl-2255-classic-pure-nickel-extra-slinky-electric-guitar-strings
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Gauge: .008 Weight: 20g Origin: USA EBL*2255 (Classic Pure Nickel Extra Slinky Electric Guitar Strings (8-38))

**Brand:** ernie ball
**Price:** R214
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate Your Strumming Game with EBL*2255!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** EBL*2255 (Classic Pure Nickel Extra Slinky Electric Guitar Strings (8-38)) by ernie ball
- **How much does it cost?** R214 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/237488246-ebl-2255-classic-pure-nickel-extra-slinky-electric-guitar-strings)

## Best For

- ernie ball enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ernie ball brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Perfect Fit:** Standard 6-string set, ideal for all guitarists.
- • **Versatile Gauge:** Extra slinky .008 gauge for effortless playability.
- • **Industry-Approved:** Designed by the legendary Ernie Ball for professional performance.
- • **Unleash Your Sound:** Crafted from pure nickel for a warm, vibrant tone.
- • **Lightweight & Durable:** Weighs only 20g, ensuring easy handling without compromising quality.

## Overview

The EBL*2255 Classic Pure Nickel Extra Slinky Electric Guitar Strings (8-38) are expertly crafted by Ernie Ball, featuring a lightweight design and a versatile .008 gauge, perfect for musicians seeking a rich tone and exceptional playability.

## Description

EBL*2255 (Classic Pure Nickel Extra Slinky Electric Guitar Strings (8-38))

## Features

- Recipes and Popular gauges created by industry icon Ernie Ball

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Product Dimensions | 11.43 x 0.64 x 11.43 cm; 20 g |
| Item model number | P02255 |
| Colour | Extra (8-38) |
| String Gauge | .008 |
| String Material | Nickel |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Material | nickel |
| Size | Single Pack |
| Item Weight | 20 g |
| Manufacturer | Ernie ball |
| Country of Origin | USA |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Ernie Ball
- **String Gauge:** .008
- **Colour:** Extra (8-38)
- **Instrument:** Electric Guitar
- **String Material Type:** Nickel

## Images

![EBL*2255 (Classic Pure Nickel Extra Slinky Electric Guitar Strings (8-38)) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81CUZ3K9HdL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Colour, Pattern Name, Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Why do these strings turn my fingers black ? Anybody else had this problem ?**
A: Have you seen a picture of SRV’s fingers? Permanently black/grey from playing. Probably the wear of the metal. Frets and strings wear out from play due to friction

**Q: What’s the difference between hybrid and regular strings?**
A: The difference is the string gauges.  
The 9-11-16-26-36-46 is considered a "hybrid gauge" set.  
It has the 9-11-16 of their "super" slinky sets and the 26-36-46 of their "regular" sets.  So it's a hybrid of the 9s and 10s.  Hope that helps!

**Q: Are these strings round or hex core?**
A: From the Ernie Ball website (do a search for 2253) they say this: "Made from pure nickel wire wrapped around tin plated hex shaped steel core wire, these guitar strings produce a warm rich tone with that signature Slinky feel. Gauges .009, .011, .016, .024w, .032, .042 " so according to Ernie Ball they are HEX CORE.

**Q: Which of the classic pure nickel slinky sets have unwound g (3rd) strings?**
A: All of the Ernie Ball Pure Nickel Slinky sets currently available have unwound 3rd strings. This particular brand denotes "w" next to the 3rd string gauge number to denote a wound 3rd. Notice no "w"s are present on any of the packages here, so no sets contain a wound 3rd.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Ernie Ball Extra Slinky Classic Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings, 8-38 Gauge (P02255)
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- Ernie Ball Zippy Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 7-36 Gauge (P02217)

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*Last updated: 2026-03-03*