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product_id: 17245671
title: "Ernie Ball Power Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings 3-pack, 11-48 Gauge (P03220)"
brand: "ernie ball"
price: "$38.60"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Ernie Ball"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/17245671-ernie-ball-power-slinky-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-3
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
---

# 3 sets 11-48 gauge Element Shield Ernie Ball Power Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings 3-pack, 11-48 Gauge (P03220)

**Brand:** ernie ball
**Price:** $38.60
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate Your Sound, Elevate Your Game!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Ernie Ball Power Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings 3-pack, 11-48 Gauge (P03220) by ernie ball
- **How much does it cost?** $38.60 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/17245671-ernie-ball-power-slinky-nickel-wound-electric-guitar-strings-3)

## 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

- • **Triple the Value:** Three sets mean you're always ready for your next jam session!
- • **Freshness Guaranteed:** Element Shield Packaging keeps your strings fresh and ready to rock.
- • **Versatile Performance:** Perfect for everything from shredding solos to smooth riffs.
- • **Unleash Your Inner Rock Star:** Join legends like Slash and Clapton with every strum!
- • **Thicker Strings, Bolder Sound:** Experience the power of 11-gauge for a richer tone.

## Overview

The Ernie Ball Power Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings come in a convenient 3-pack, featuring 11-48 gauge strings that are favored by iconic musicians. With Element Shield Packaging to ensure longevity and a bright, balanced tone, these strings are designed for serious players looking to enhance their performance.

## Description

Product Description Now available in convenient three-set packs, Ernie Ball Power Slinky electric guitar strings are a perfect match for those who like chunky rhythms for rock and roll or blues. Power Slinkys have long been favored by Slash, Metallica, and Kenny Wayne Shepherd due to the thicker gauge combination, providing a slightly more powerful tone. These electric guitar strings are precision manufactured to the highest standards and most exacting specifications to ensure consistency, optimum performance, and long life. Power Slinky wound strings are 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 for your guitar. Power Slinky gauges are .011 .014 .018p .028 .038 .048. From the Manufacturer Now available in convenient three-set packs Ernie Ball Power Slinky Electric Strings are a perfect match for those who like chunky rhythms for rock and roll or blues. Power Slinkys have long been favored by Slash, Metallica, and Kenny Wayne Shepherd due to the thicker gauge combination providing a slightly more powerful tone. These strings are precision manufactured to the highest standards and most exacting specifications to ensure consistency, optimum performance, and long life. Power Slinky wound strings are 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 producing a well balanced tone for your guitar. Gauges . 011, . 014, . 018p, . 028, . 038, . 048

Review: go to strings - Absolutely love the Ernie Ball Power Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings! The 11-48 gauge offers the perfect balance between playability and tone. I’ve noticed a significant improvement in both sustain and clarity since switching to these strings. They feel smooth under my fingers and are great for everything from heavy strumming to intricate fingerpicking. The nickel winding delivers a warm, rich tone that really brings my guitar to life, whether I’m playing clean or distorted. Plus, they hold their tuning remarkably well, even after extended playing sessions. I appreciate the consistent quality and reliability that Ernie Ball strings are known for. Overall, these strings are a fantastic choice for any guitarist looking to enhance their sound and performance. Highly recommended!
Review: Great set of strings from a proven brand - 3 pack is a nice value - Great value. Purchased for my adult son. These are his favorite strings. He feels they have the best feel and do not break easily.

## Features

- Includes 3 individually wrapped sets
- Ernie Ball Slinkys are played by legends around the world including Slash, Jimmy Page, Metallica, Eric Clapton, and more
- Ernie Ball’s original 11-gauge Slinky set, Power Slinky offers players a thicker string than a standard 10-gauge set
- Element Shield Packaging prolongs string life and keeps strings as fresh as the day they were made
- Bright, balanced tone

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001NI4M1Q |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #1 in Electric Guitar Strings |
| Brand | Ernie Ball |
| Brand Name | Ernie Ball |
| Coating Description | coated |
| Color | Power (11-48) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 6,327 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Uncoated |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00749699132202 |
| Included Components | 3 sets of Ernie Ball Power Slinky Electric Guitar Strings |
| Instrument | Electric Guitar |
| Item Type Name | Electric Guitar Strings |
| Item Weight | 0.09 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Ernie Ball |
| Manufacturer Part Number | P03220 |
| Material Type | Nickel, Steel |
| Model Name | Power Slinky 3-Pack |
| Model Number | P03220 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Electric Guitar |
| Set Name | Power Slinky |
| Sound Profile | Balanced |
| String Gauge | .011 |
| String Material Type | Nickel |
| UPC | 749699132202 |
| Unit Count | 3.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | None. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Ernie Ball
- **String Gauge:** .011
- **Color:** Power (11-48)
- **Instrument:** Electric Guitar
- **String Material Type:** Nickel

## Images

![Ernie Ball Power Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings 3-pack, 11-48 Gauge (P03220) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81YI9vDSyfL.jpg)
![Ernie Ball Power Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings 3-pack, 11-48 Gauge (P03220) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Nv08sRC6L.jpg)
![Ernie Ball Power Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings 3-pack, 11-48 Gauge (P03220) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/315+0D4kquL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, 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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ go to strings
*by T***S on October 28, 2024*

Absolutely love the Ernie Ball Power Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings! The 11-48 gauge offers the perfect balance between playability and tone. I’ve noticed a significant improvement in both sustain and clarity since switching to these strings. They feel smooth under my fingers and are great for everything from heavy strumming to intricate fingerpicking. The nickel winding delivers a warm, rich tone that really brings my guitar to life, whether I’m playing clean or distorted. Plus, they hold their tuning remarkably well, even after extended playing sessions. I appreciate the consistent quality and reliability that Ernie Ball strings are known for. Overall, these strings are a fantastic choice for any guitarist looking to enhance their sound and performance. Highly recommended!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great set of strings from a proven brand - 3 pack is a nice value
*by S***Y on December 30, 2025*

Great value. Purchased for my adult son. These are his favorite strings. He feels they have the best feel and do not break easily.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Tone and Durability for Rock and Beyond!
*by C***M on December 4, 2024*

I’ve been using Ernie Ball Power Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings (11-48 Gauge) for a while now, and I couldn’t be happier with them. These strings are perfect for my playing style, especially if you're into rock, blues, or any genre that needs a bit of extra punch. The 11-48 gauge strikes a nice balance between thickness and playability, giving me just the right amount of tension for both rhythm and lead playing. The tone is fantastic—bright, clear, and full-bodied, without being too harsh. They really bring out the best in my guitar, and I love how consistent the sound stays over time. I’ve had these strings on for a few weeks now, and they haven’t lost their brightness or gotten overly dull like some other brands I’ve tried. Plus, the nickel-wound construction gives them a smooth feel, and they stay in tune well, even with heavy strumming or bending. I also appreciate the durability of these strings. I tend to play a lot, and these Power Slinkys hold up surprisingly well. They’re definitely more resilient than some of the other strings I’ve used in the past. Overall, I highly recommend these strings for any guitarist looking for great tone and long-lasting performance without breaking the bank. They’ve definitely become my go-to!

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*Last updated: 2026-05-18*