---
product_id: 274928744
title: "Ernie Ball Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky 8-String Electric Guitar Strings - 9-80 Gauge"
brand: "ernie ball"
price: "$49.04"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Ernie Ball"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/274928744-ernie-ball-skinny-top-heavy-bottom-slinky-8-string-electric
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
---

# Balanced bright tone with tin-plated high-carbon steel 8-string set for extended range Precision nickel-plated steel construction Ernie Ball Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky 8-String Electric Guitar Strings - 9-80 Gauge

**Brand:** ernie ball
**Price:** $49.04
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Elevate your 8-string game with the iconic Slinky edge!

## 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?** $49.04 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## 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

- • **Bright, Balanced Tone:** Tin-plated high-carbon steel plain strings deliver clarity and punch
- • **Legendary Slinky Feel:** Trusted by icons like Slash & Clapton for that signature playability
- • **Extended 8-String Range:** Expand your sonic palette with gauges from .009 to .080
- • **Made in the USA Quality:** Crafted to exacting standards for professional-grade performance
- • **Durable Precision Engineering:** Nickel-plated steel wrapped on hex core ensures consistent tone and long life

## Overview

Ernie Ball Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky 8-String Electric Guitar Strings (9-80 gauge) offer professional musicians a precision-engineered set made from nickel-plated steel wire wrapped around a hex-shaped steel core, combined with tin-plated high-carbon steel plain strings. This set delivers a bright, balanced tone and legendary playability, trusted by guitar legends worldwide, and crafted in the USA for durability and consistent performance.

## Description

Ernie Ball Slinkys are played by legends around the world including Slash, Jimmy Page, Metallica, Eric Clapton, and more. 8-String Slinkys are made from nickel-plated steel wire wrapped around tin-plated hex shaped steel core wire. The plain strings are made of specially tempered tin plated high carbon steel producing a well balanced tone. Gauges .009, .011, .016, .024, .034, .046, .064, .080.

Review: Buen sonido a un precio asequible
Review: 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 |
| Body Material | Nickel-plated steel, Tin-plated high-carbon steel |
| Color Name | Skinny Top Heavy Bottom (9-80) |
| Connector Type | / |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,731) |
| Date First Available | 28 August 2014 |
| Item Styling | Skinny |
| Item Weight | 40 g |
| Item model number | P02624 |
| Material Type | Nickel-Plated |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Product Dimensions | 10.8 x 1.91 x 10.8 cm; 40 g |
| Scale Length | inches |
| Size | Skinny Top - Heavy Bottom |
| String Gauge | .009, .011, .016, .024, .034, .046, .064, .080 |
| String Material | Nickel |

## 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)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***N on 28 August 2024*

Buen sonido a un precio asequible

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***I on 24 September 2025*

Highly recommended strings

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by S***I on 4 April 2025*

Ormai sono mesi che compro solo queste corde per la mia 7 corde. Suono brillante e pulito, non posso farne a meno. Sono una garanzia di affidabilità e di durata (almeno 2 mesi ce li fate se suonate moderatamente). Consigliatissime

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-03-12*