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Ernie Ball 2834 Super Slinky Roundwound Bass Strings

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Description
Ernie Ball strings have been a top choice for bassists of all types since the early 1960s. The Super Slinky Roundwound Bass Strings are Ernie Ball's most popular bass strings, used by both amateurs and professionals alike. Made from nickel-plated steel windings wrapped around tin-plated, hex-shaped steel core wire, these strings produce a well-balanced, versatile tone perfect for any playing style.
Nickel-Plated Steel for Bright, Balanced Tone
The nickel-plated steel wrap wire gives the Super Slinky strings a crisp, bright tone with serious punch. The roundwound construction adds clarity and definition, allowing each note to sing through. Whether you prefer fingerstyle funk, hard rock, or jazz, these strings have the versatility to handle it all.
Premium Materials for Reliable Performance
Ernie Ball uses only the freshest, highest-quality materials to ensure consistent performance and tone. The Super Slinky strings are made in the Coachella Valley of Southern California using state-of-the-art winding equipment. You can rely on these strings to deliver the tone and feel you want gig after gig.
Trusted by Rock Legends
Ernie Ball strings have been trusted by countless rock bassists since the 1960s. Legends like John Paul Jones of Led Zeppelin, Duff McKagan of Guns N' Roses, and Mike Kerr of Royal Blood choose Ernie Ball strings for their tone and dependability. When you string up with Super Slinky bass strings, you're in good company.
The Perfect Balance of Tone and Playability
With gauges of .045, .065, .080 and .100, the Super Slinky bass strings strike a perfect balance of rich, full tone and easy playability. The lighter gauges make bending and fretting a breeze while still delivering a fat, punchy bass tone. Whether practicing at home or rocking an arena stage, these strings will inspire your best bass lines.


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4.28
39 Reviews
80%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Most Liked Positive Review
Favorite Strings
These are my favorite set of strings for the bass. I love the sound Ernie Ball strings have. You can get a real deep sound or turn the tone up on your bass and get a real nice tone. These strings last me about 4 or 5 months without using any string cleaner or polish.
Most Liked Negative Review
Defective D string
Fresh pack of strings for a new Squier P/J. I've been playing bass approaching 30 years, so I KNOW how to string, intonate, adjust bridge saddles, etc. The D string just kind of explosively unraveled. And since it did, this was the second time that an EBSS string did that, only it was the A string, I think. Now I remember why I didn't buy them for years!
- Practicing20
- Concerts13
- Back-Up5
- Using as lure to catch crabs in Chesapeake Bay1
- Live1
- Breaks Easy4
- Not Consistent2
- None1
- Poor Tone Quality1
- Dont use fret ease.It tends to shorten the life1
- Experienced17
- Novice7
- Professional Musician7
- Good Tone23
- Consistent18
- Long Life13
- Well Built / Quality12
- Great tone1
Reviewed by 39 customers
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Verified Buyer
submitted3 months ago
byFrank
fromConcord, NC
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
What can I say about these strings that hasn't been said before. Great tone, great sound and stays in tune really well. #sweepstakes
my go to strings always at a good price
Verified Buyer
submitted5 months ago
byMitch
fromBuffalo, NY
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
Ernie Ball quality strings...been using these for years on all of my basses
Great Strings
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submitted7 months ago
byKurt
fromUnion Grove Wisconsin
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
Work as expected. Good tone and a quality brand.
Good stuff
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submitted9 months ago
byVince
fromAlbany NY
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
Always great stuff from Ernie Ball
I would buy this product again.
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submitteda year ago
byAnthony
fromCrescent City, Ca
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
These strings sound nice and play well
Slinkys man
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submitteda year ago
byJose
fromOrlando florida
Submitted as part of a sweepstakes
How you can possible go wrong with ernie ball super slinkys man cmon. Swapped the old strings that came with my base from store and thats it. Boom lets go. Sweet tone. Same quality. Ernie ball backing up since forever. Chamging strings always gives you that kind of new guitar feeling!!!
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submitted4 months ago
asked byAl
fromEl Paso, TX
Will this set fit an Ibanez Mikro bass 28.6" scale?
No, they won't. These should: DR Strings H-Beams Short-Scale 4-String Bass Strings Medium (45-105)submitteda year ago
asked byyellow
frommars
would these fit on a Squier Sonic Precision P Bass?
Yes, they will.