Detail 01
Gauges: .012, .016, .022w, .032, .044, .056
The set uses a wound .022 third string and a .056 low E.
Product detailSKU #1500000368778
Ernie BallMagnum Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings 12-56
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Magnum Slinky is a heavy .012–.056 electric-guitar set built around firm tension for dropped tunings, including Drop C. The wound third string and .056 low E place extra weight at the low end, while the nickel-plated wrap and tin-plated hex core are voiced for full bass, defined mids, bright highs, and sustain. Element Shield packaging is designed to keep air and moisture away until you open the pack.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Electric-guitar parts in Drop D, Drop C, or lower tunings that call for tight string tension.
- Players seeking a heavy-gauge electric set with a wound third string and substantial low E.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Acoustic guitars; this is an electric-guitar string set.
- Players looking for gauges lighter than .012 through .056.
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 and tin-plated hex steel core
These materials are associated here with full lows, clear mids, cutting highs, sustain, and focused midrange.
Detail 03
Element Shield packaging
Its airtight barrier is intended to keep air and moisture out before opening.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check that .012–.056 gauges and a wound .022 third string suit your electric-guitar setup.
- 02This set is intended for dropped tunings, including Drop C.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What gauges are in Magnum Slinky?
The gauges are .012, .016, .022w, .032, .044, and .056.
02Is the third string wound?
Yes. The third string is .022w.
03What is Element Shield packaging for?
It uses an airtight barrier to keep air and moisture out, helping the strings remain fresh in the pack.
