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A huge change in sound
Not necessarily a good thing though. Compared to other strings I previously used, which usually were Dean Markley and D'addario also some GHS at times. These sound reeeeeally different. I honestly don't appreciate it a lot at the moment, because soon I will have a concert and need to recalibrate everything. They underline more distortion/ overdrive, and eq wise - they sound more bassy (mashed up too), and the highest notes are also stronger the only thing I like at the moment. The other strings I used were more balanced, or maybe I just was too used to them. Bottomline I will have to experiment with pedals to see if I find the sounds that convince me. But this is the first time in 20+ years I used these and its also the first time where I have seen so big changes in sound between one set and another
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The "Old Reliable" That Bends Like Butter: Why I Always Come Back to the Green Pack
Look, I’ve flirted with fancy coated strings that cost as much as a steak dinner, but I always come crawling back to the Ernie Ball 3221 Regular Slinky 3-Pack. It’s the "old reliable" of my guitar case.
Here’s why I’m obsessed:
The "Slinky" Factor: They bend like butter. I can hit a full-step bend without feeling like I’m playing a game of tug-of-war with a steel cable. My fingertips and I are finally on speaking terms again.
The Neon Green Savior: That 3-pack is a lifesaver. Pack 1 is for the gig, Pack 2 is for when I tune like a caveman and snap the high E, and Pack 3 is the "hidden treasure" I’ll find in my gig bag three months from now.
That Crisp Snap: Fresh out of the foil, they have that perfect "zing" that makes my budget amp sound like it's having a very expensive mid-life crisis.
The Verdict: 10/10. They’re the "Mr. Brightside" of strings—consistent, classic, and they never let the party down.
Here’s why I’m obsessed:
The "Slinky" Factor: They bend like butter. I can hit a full-step bend without feeling like I’m playing a game of tug-of-war with a steel cable. My fingertips and I are finally on speaking terms again.
The Neon Green Savior: That 3-pack is a lifesaver. Pack 1 is for the gig, Pack 2 is for when I tune like a caveman and snap the high E, and Pack 3 is the "hidden treasure" I’ll find in my gig bag three months from now.
That Crisp Snap: Fresh out of the foil, they have that perfect "zing" that makes my budget amp sound like it's having a very expensive mid-life crisis.
The Verdict: 10/10. They’re the "Mr. Brightside" of strings—consistent, classic, and they never let the party down.
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Not in the Green Foil Packs...
Very strange. Sure, you get a discount whenever you buy in bulk, so I went with the three-pack. BUT, the three packs you get are in clear plastic, not the green foil, and there's no indication that these are regular Slinkys except on the box they come in. You only get the top most string, the low E, and I guess the other gauges are given for the individual strings. I have tons of strings, for lots of different instruments - banjo, ukulele, mandolin, 12-string, 6-string - so when I go looking for a pack of Ernie Balls I expect to see the color and all the gauges listed. Piss poor.
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One of the best
One of the best strings on the market
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Very nice!
Not too bad of a price, great quality, last longer than you might think
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Best price/quality ratio
I have tried all sorts of strings during passed years (D'Adario, Elixir...). Last 10 years I use Ernie Ball regular slinky 0.10-0.46 because they have best price/quality ratio.
Bright, cristal clear, ringing sound. Durable (I like to band a lot and till now none of strings have been broken), good sustain. Strings for all kind of music or guitars. I use them for standar tuning, open G, drop D.... Very versatile. Well balanced on Telecaster, Stratocaster, ES335.
Recommendation.
Bright, cristal clear, ringing sound. Durable (I like to band a lot and till now none of strings have been broken), good sustain. Strings for all kind of music or guitars. I use them for standar tuning, open G, drop D.... Very versatile. Well balanced on Telecaster, Stratocaster, ES335.
Recommendation.
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Incredible deal
For the price you pay, you can't go wrong with these. Even if it won't be exactly the sound you are looking for, it can also be a great backup, emergency strings.
I'm used to the brand for bass and guitar strings. I find them reliable, nothing strange, no surprises.
And for 3 sets of 6 strings I find it an amazing deal.
I don't give it 5 stars for sound because I can imagine there are more fancy or specific strings for greater sound. As I just look for average and uncomplicated, these suit my need just fine.
I'm used to the brand for bass and guitar strings. I find them reliable, nothing strange, no surprises.
And for 3 sets of 6 strings I find it an amazing deal.
I don't give it 5 stars for sound because I can imagine there are more fancy or specific strings for greater sound. As I just look for average and uncomplicated, these suit my need just fine.
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Awesome pack of strings
Quality is great, sounds good and unbeatable price. I've already tried many different string brands, but the Ernie ball offer the greatest quality for the price.
PS: thanks Thomman for the great packaging/shipping job. Even though it was just a pack of strings, the box was kinda big and with much plastic/paper over it to make sure there would be no damage.
PS: thanks Thomman for the great packaging/shipping job. Even though it was just a pack of strings, the box was kinda big and with much plastic/paper over it to make sure there would be no damage.
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Strings
I only use this ones
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this is it
My strings for life probably
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