Ernie Ball Hybrid Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Bass Strings - 45-105
Ernie Ball Hybrid Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Bass Strings — 45-105
Light Tops, Heavy Bottoms for the 4-String Player
The Hybrid Slinky set pairs a brighter, easier-bending top end with a fuller, tighter low end. If a Regular Slinky feels a touch loose on the bottom and a heavier set feels stiff up top, this 45-105 gauge splits the difference in one set.
Nickel-Plated Steel on a Hex Core
Each wound string is nickel-plated steel wrapped around a hex-shaped steel core wire. The hex core grips the wrap to hold tuning and resist slippage, while the nickel plating gives the strings their bright, balanced voice with enough warmth to sit in a mix.
Gauges
- .045 — G string, clear and articulate for fills and melodic lines
- .065 — D string, balanced midrange punch
- .085 — A string, firm and focused
- .105 — E string, deep and tight low end
Tone and Feel
Roundwound construction delivers the bright, defined attack bass players expect, with sustain and clarity across the neck. The hybrid gauging keeps the top strings playable for fast passages while the heavy bottom holds pitch under a hard pick or aggressive fingerstyle.
Specs
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Set Name | Hybrid Slinky Bass |
| Gauges | .045, .065, .085, .105 |
| Construction | Nickel-plated steel roundwound, hex steel core |
| Instrument | 4-string electric bass |
Who It's For
- Players who split the difference — want bright, bendable highs without sacrificing low-end weight
- Fingerstyle and pick players — the heavy E and A hold up under a hard attack
- Rock, pop, and funk bassists — classic Slinky tone with a balanced response
Pick up a set today. Marich Music in Corning stocks Ernie Ball bass strings and can order any gauge you need.