Detail 01
10-46 gauge
The most common electric set. Balanced bend resistance and volume, and what most factory setups are already dialed in for.
Product detailSKU #1273887998719
Ernie Ball2221 Regular Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - (10-46)
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The standard 10-46 nickel wound electric set. The default gauge most electrics ship with and the safe restring choice.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Restringing a stock electric without changing setup
- Players who bend and play rhythm in equal measure
- Standard E tuning on a 25.5-inch scale
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Down-tuners who need heavier gauges to keep tension
- Players wanting the lightest possible bending feel
- Acoustic and classical guitars, which need different strings
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Nickel plated steel wrap
Warmer and smoother than pure stainless. Easier on frets and the standard sound most electric tones are built around.
Detail 03
Wound third string
The G is plain in this set, so bends on the third string stay easy. Standard for rock and blues playing.
Detail 04
Electric guitar only
Steel core with a magnetic nickel wrap. Needs pickups to be heard; will not project acoustically.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One set of six strings. No winder, cutters, or spare high E
- 02Coming from 9s, expect stiffer bends and a slight setup shift
- 03Nickel wound is uncoated, so sweat shortens life; wipe down after playing
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Are 10-46 strings good for beginners?
Yes, though 9-42 bends easier while your hands build strength. 10-46 gives more tone and stays truer in tune under a heavy pick attack.
02Do I need a setup after switching to these?
Not if your guitar is already on 10s. Coming from a lighter or heavier set, tension changes may call for truss rod and intonation adjustment.
03Can I tune down to drop D with these?
Yes. Drop D works fine on 10-46, though the low string gets slack. For lower tunings than that, move to a heavier gauge.
04Is the G string wound or plain?
Plain. That keeps third-string bends easy, which is standard for rock, blues, and pop playing.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
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