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Gauges 10-13-17-26-36-46.

Ernie Ball 2240 RPS 10 strings are reinforced versions of the standard Slinky electric guitar strings. A patented winding of bronze wire is tightly wrapped around the lock twist of the ball end. String slippage and breakage are minimized at the ball end where these most often occur. RPS strings last longer and stay in tune better than conventional plain strings. Used on electric and acoustic guitars but, not classical guitars.

All Ernie Ball strings are precision manufactured to the highest standards and most exacting specs to assure consistency, optimum performance, and long life.

Ernie Ball is the pioneer of rock and roll guitar strings. Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton, Steve Vai, and Slash are among the long list of Slinky players.
Ernie Ball 2240 Regular Slinky RPS 10 Electric Guitar Strings
Ernie Ball 2240 Regular Slinky RPS 10 Electric Guitar Strings

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      5

      submitted4 years ago

      byDonald r

      fromKerman California

      They seem well made no complaints for me

    • Yes!

      5

      submitted6 years ago

      byBill

      fromUndisclosed

      Excellent - these don't break with my Jazzmaster!

    • All strings attached!

      5

      submitted8 years ago

      byJohn Holloway

      fromFort Worth, Texas

      Ernie Ball strings have been my main choice of strings for over 40 years from the Ernie Ball Super Slinky .009 to the Ernie Ball Earthwood 80/20 acoustic strings (med gauge). They never tarnish and have never broken. The longest these strings have been on my guitar is about 4 years and they still played good. They're also easy on the fingers. These 'Reinforced Plain' Strings are preferred by Kirk Hammett (gauges 10, 13, 17, 28, 38, 48..2 string packs mixed). So, I thought I'd give them a try and they did not disappoint. They took no time to stretch and get into shape. They go perfectly with my ESP LTD White Zombie guitar.

    • Chingonas

      5

      submitted12 years ago

      byDavid Duran

      fromBakersfild

      These are the best strings ive ever played! i use to think Elixirs where great.. Nope!! and these are way more affordable. sound great, last a very long time even for regular players like myself.

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