--- product_id: 48493823 title: "Ernie Ball Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky 8-String Electric Guitar Strings - 9-80 Gauge" brand: "ernie ball" price: "22072CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Ernie Ball" url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/48493823-ernie-ball-skinny-top-heavy-bottom-slinky-8-string-electric store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # 8-string precision set Nickel-plated steel wrap Made in USA quality Ernie Ball Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky 8-String Electric Guitar Strings - 9-80 Gauge **Brand:** ernie ball **Price:** 22072CFA **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Elevate your 8-string game with the legendary Slinky vibe! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Ernie Ball Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky 8-String Electric Guitar Strings - 9-80 Gauge by ernie ball - **How much does it cost?** 22072CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/48493823-ernie-ball-skinny-top-heavy-bottom-slinky-8-string-electric) ## 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€’ **Signature Slinky Feel:** Experience the legendary smooth playability that’s powered legends like Slash and Jimmy Page. - β€’ **American Craftsmanship:** Proudly made in the USA, ensuring consistent quality and performance every time you play. - β€’ **Heavy Bottom, Skinny Top:** Optimized gauge range (.009-.080) delivers tight lows and articulate highs for dynamic expression. - β€’ **Iconic 8-String Versatility:** Expand your sonic palette with a full octave of strings, perfect for modern riffs and complex chords. - β€’ **Precision Nickel-Plated Steel:** Engineered for bright, balanced tone and long-lasting durability with premium materials. ## Overview Ernie Ball Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky 8-String Electric Guitar Strings are precision-crafted in the USA with nickel-plated steel wrapped around a hex-shaped high-carbon steel core. Featuring gauges from .009 to .080, these strings deliver a bright, balanced tone and the iconic smooth feel favored by rock legends. Perfect for professional players seeking durability, consistency, and that unmistakable Slinky playability. ## Description From the manufacturer Ernie Ball 8-String Slinky For decades Ernie Ball Slinky electric guitar strings have been the favorite of musicians across the globe. Artists who play Slinkys include The Rolling Stones, Jimmy Page, and Slash. Ernie Ball's signature recipes consist of specific gauges and core-to-wrap ratios, providing world-renowned tone and that familiar Slinky feel. Nickel Wound Slinky strings consist of nickel-plated steel wrapped around a tin plated high carbon steel core for a rich and balanced tone. Ernie Ball Slinky Strings Precision wound with nickel-plated steel High-carbon steel hex core Rich balanced tone Signature Slinky feel Element Shield packaging 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 iconic Slinky tone. Core Wire The core is made from tin-plated, high-carbon steel hex wire providing excellent durability. Review: Perfect - Everything is great, starting with the timing and ending with the service provided and the quality of the product. Review: Top quality strings - Highly recommended strings ## Features - Precision manufactured to the highest standards and most exacting specifications to ensure consistency, optimum performance, and long life. - Made from nickel-plated steel wire wrapped around a hex-shaped steel core wire. The plain strings are made of specially tempered tin-plated high-carbon steel, resulting in a bright and well-balanced tone. - Signature Slinky feel. - 8-string guitar string set, made in the USA. - Gauges .009, .011, .016, .024, .034, .046, .064, .080. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00LQ0AF3K | | Best Sellers Rank | 764 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 61 in Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Nickel-plated steel, Tin-plated high-carbon steel | | Brand | Ernie Ball | | Brand Name | Ernie Ball | | Coating Description | uncoated | | Coating description | uncoated | | Colour | Skinny Top Heavy Bottom (9-80) | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,694 Reviews | | Finish Type | Nickel Plated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00749699126249 | | Included Components | Guitar Strings | | Instrument | Electric Guitar | | Item Type Name | Electric Strings | | Item Weight | 0.04 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Ernie Ball | | Manufacturer Part Number | P02624 | | Material Type | Nickel-Plated | | Model Name | Skinny Top Heavy Bottom | | Model Number | P02624 | | Product Warranty | None. | | Recommended Uses For Product | Electric guitar | | Set Name | Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky 8-String | | Sound Profile | Balanced | | String Gauge | .009, .011, .016, .024, .034, .046, .064, .080 | | String Material Type | Nickel | | String gauge | .009, .011, .016, .024, .034, .046, .064, .080 | | String material type | Nickel | | UPC | 749699126249 | | Unit Count | 1 count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Ernie Ball - **Colour:** Skinny Top Heavy Bottom (9-80) - **Instrument:** Electric Guitar - **String gauge:** .009, .011, .016, .024, .034, .046, .064, .080 - **String material type:** Nickel ## Images ![Ernie Ball Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky 8-String Electric Guitar Strings - 9-80 Gauge - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81JB068qkDL.jpg) ![Ernie Ball Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky 8-String Electric Guitar Strings - 9-80 Gauge - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81XycbUa9XL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: is the string end of the 80 gauge tapered? the most ive been able to fit in the tuning pegs of my guitar is around a 70 gauge** A: No, not as far as I'm aware. Ive never had a problem with getting the string through the hole of the tuning peg. I'm pretty sure all sizes are standard and have more than enough room to get the string through. My Jackson SLAT 7 doesnt have a problem. Hope that helps. **Q: is the string end of the 80 gauge tapered? the most ive been able to fit in the tuning pegs of my guitar is around a 70 gauge** A: It's unlikely it would fit in. The 80 is pretty fat, I actually had to file the slot wider for it to fit in the bridge between the head and the neck **Q: Can I use these strings on regular 6 string el. guitar? for example, the 74 for low tunings like F and G and 64, 52... for lighter tunings?** A: Most ppl advise against it as the tension from the strings can warp the neck.You would be better off with a 7 string and just discarding high string, it's a safer bet. **Q: is the string end of the 80 gauge tapered at the end? the most ive been able to fit into the tuning pegs of my guitar** A: Sorry, I've never used these strings. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect *by O***H on 27 February 2026* Everything is great, starting with the timing and ending with the service provided and the quality of the product. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Top quality strings *by A***I on 24 September 2025* Highly recommended strings ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My go-to for my 8 string Ibanez *by J***X on 23 March 2026* Feels amazing, durable, great tuning stability, well packed as usual and easy to change. Most importantly, sounds great to me. It’s always a delight having your guitar revamped with these. They have been my go-to for the last 5 years and will hardly be beaten. The only set of strings that I acquired by accident that impressed me as much as these are the Harley Benton strings. But that’s another talk. Absolute value for money. ## Frequently Bought Together - Ernie Ball 8-String Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 9-80 Gauge (P02624) - Ernie Ball 7-String Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 10-62 Gauge (P02615) - Ernie Ball Mammoth Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 12-62 Gauge (P02214) --- ## 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.sn/products/48493823-ernie-ball-skinny-top-heavy-bottom-slinky-8-string-electric](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/48493823-ernie-ball-skinny-top-heavy-bottom-slinky-8-string-electric) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-07-09*