--- product_id: 48768444 title: "Not Even Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 12-56 Gauge" brand: "ernie ball" price: "€ 13.47" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Ernie Ball" url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/48768444-not-even-slinky-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-12-56 store_origin: GR region: Greece --- # 12-56 gauge for optimal detuning Element Shield packaging for freshness Made in California, USA Not Even Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 12-56 Gauge **Brand:** ernie ball **Price:** € 13.47 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Unleash legendary riffs with strings that rock as hard as you do! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Not Even Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 12-56 Gauge by ernie ball - **How much does it cost?** € 13.47 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/48768444-not-even-slinky-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-12-56) ## 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 - β€’ **Heavy Gauge Power:** 12-56 gauge strings engineered for deep detuning without losing clarity - β€’ **Freshness Sealed In:** Element Shield packaging locks in factory-fresh tone and durability - β€’ **American Craftsmanship:** Proudly made in California with premium materials for consistent performance - β€’ **Precision Nickel Wound:** Nickel-plated steel wrapped around high-carbon steel core for bright, balanced sound - β€’ **Legendary Tone, Proven by Icons:** Trusted by Slash, Jimmy Page & Clapton for that signature rock sound ## Overview Ernie Ball Not Even Slinky 12-56 gauge electric guitar strings deliver a bright, balanced tone ideal for detuning, crafted with precision nickel-plated steel and a high-carbon steel core. Made in California and sealed in Element Shield packaging, these strings ensure lasting freshness and durability, favored by rock legends worldwide. ## Description From the manufacturer Ernie Ball Slinky Strings Precision wound with nickel-plated steel High-carbon steel hex core Rich balanced tone Signature Slinky feel Element Shield packaging The Original Since 1962. Ernie Ball Slinky electric guitar strings have been the favorite of legendary artists like Eric Clapton, The Rolling Stones, Jimmy Page, Slash, Green Day and more. Slinky gauge combinations were pioneered by our founder Ernie Ball over 60 years ago, helping shape the sound of rock n roll. Nickel Wound Slinky strings consist of nickel-plated steel wrapped around a tin-plated high-carbon steel core for a balanced tone that complements all guitar types and playing styles. Plain Strings All plain strings feature a series of lock twists to secure the wire around the ball-end, enhancing stability and strength. Wound Strings Nickel Wound Slinky strings are precision wound with nickel plated steel wire, providing a classic, balanced tone with superior intonation and consistency. Core Wire The core is made from tin-plated high-carbon steel hex wire providing excellent durability. AC/DC's Angus Young plays Super Slinky 9-42. The Rolling Stone's Keith Richards plays Regular Slinky 10-46. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Eric Clapton plays Regular Slinky 10-46. Led Zeppelin's legendary guitarist Jimmy Page plays Super Slinky 9-42. Review: BE CAREFUL WITH CHOOSING THICK GAUGE STRINGS - Good things: these are amazing quality, absolute steal. New strings sound amazing as always Bad/important things: do your research - do thicker gauge strings work with your guitar? Mine has a tremolo bridge with 3 springs, and tuned to E standard, the bridge is floating when it should be flush. Also you will have to file your nut - are you sure you want to do this, especially if you only have one guitar like me? Just a warning, especially for "heavier gauge strings for heavier songs", which might not be true, perhaps some 10s would suffice. Might use these strings as a light set for when I get a 7 string guitar... Review: 12-56 - Why not? - Magnificent on any Tele. Make sure you turn your truss rod clockwise 1/6 of a turn - 60 degrees - (looking from the headstock to the bridge) The sustain is hilarious - Changed my game to be honest. I picked up a Fender Performer with 9's today - it was like playing with elastic bands. You need these strings in your life - if even for one guitar. Its a eye opener. ## Features - Ernie Ball Slinkys are played by legends around the world including Slash, Jimmy Page, Metallica, Eric Clapton, and more. - Not Even Slinky’s 12-56 gauge is optimal for detuning. - Element Shield packaging ensures your strings stay as fresh as they were the day they were made. - Bright, balanced tone. - Made in California, USA with the finest and freshest materials. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0002E1J3Q | | Best Sellers Rank | 1 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 1 in Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Wood | | Brand | Ernie Ball | | Brand Name | Ernie Ball | | Coating Description | Uncoated | | Coating description | Uncoated | | Colour | Not Even (12-56) | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,353 Reviews | | Finish Type | Nickel Plated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00749699126263 | | Hand Orientation | both | | Included Components | 1 Pack of Ernie Ball Not Even Slinky Electric Guitar Strings | | Instrument | Electric Guitar | | Item Type Name | Electric Strings | | Item Weight | 0.03 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Ernie Ball | | Manufacturer Part Number | 2626-U | | Material Type | Nickel-Plated | | Model Name | Ernie Ball | | Model Number | P02626 | | Product Warranty | Limited warranty. | | Recommended Uses For Product | Electric Guitar | | Set Name | Not Even Slinky | | Sound Profile | Balanced Tone (Bright, Balanced Tone.) | | String Gauge | 12-56 | | String Material Type | Steel and Nickel | | String gauge | 12-56 | | String material type | Steel and Nickel | | UPC | 749699126263 | | Unit Count | 1 count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Ernie Ball - **Colour:** Not Even (12-56) - **Instrument:** Electric Guitar - **String gauge:** 12-56 - **String material type:** Steel and Nickel ## Images ![Not Even Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 12-56 Gauge - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81AuR4D27NL.jpg) ![Not Even Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 12-56 Gauge - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81iwO1y82uL.jpg) ![Not Even Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 12-56 Gauge - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/219Py9Fcr1L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size, Style** 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. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ BE CAREFUL WITH CHOOSING THICK GAUGE STRINGS *by S***. on 19 April 2026* Good things: these are amazing quality, absolute steal. New strings sound amazing as always Bad/important things: do your research - do thicker gauge strings work with your guitar? Mine has a tremolo bridge with 3 springs, and tuned to E standard, the bridge is floating when it should be flush. Also you will have to file your nut - are you sure you want to do this, especially if you only have one guitar like me? Just a warning, especially for "heavier gauge strings for heavier songs", which might not be true, perhaps some 10s would suffice. Might use these strings as a light set for when I get a 7 string guitar... ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 12-56 - Why not? *by O***M on 8 March 2026* Magnificent on any Tele. Make sure you turn your truss rod clockwise 1/6 of a turn - 60 degrees - (looking from the headstock to the bridge) The sustain is hilarious - Changed my game to be honest. I picked up a Fender Performer with 9's today - it was like playing with elastic bands. You need these strings in your life - if even for one guitar. Its a eye opener. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I don't know how SRV does it! *by A***N on 3 October 2014* Most of these reviews are for other guages, so to be clear I'm writing about the 12 to 56 nickel wound set. Moving from 11s (still ernies) there is a noticeable difference in tone. There is much more bottom end. This could mean that for a Les Paul they might be too muddy sounding, but for my strat they sound very nice; powerful and warm. This will be in part due to the fact that I have tuned down half a step from standard to make bends easier. As for bends, unless you have very strong hands you will struggle. I bend a lot and am finding the transition difficult. This is obviously not the strings fault, to be clear, but my own for using such heavy strings. However, the gain in tone makes the change worth it, now to wait for my hands to strengthen. In short, these are great strings, though not for everyone. I suspect that some of the reviews claiming broken strings are not for this set (as they are so heavy) or faults of the guitars bridge or nut. Oh, also make sure you have to ability to cut new nut slots or get someone else to do it for you, as these strings are thicker than normal they won't fit in a nut cut for 10s. ## Frequently Bought Together - Ernie Ball Not Even Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 12-56 Gauge (P02626) - D'Addario Accessories Pro-Winder Guitar String Winder, Cutter, Bridge Pin Puller - All in One Guitar Tool - Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.gr/products/48768444-not-even-slinky-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-12-56](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/48768444-not-even-slinky-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-12-56) --- *Product available on Desertcart Greece* *Store origin: GR* *Last updated: 2026-07-25*