Why do these strings turn my fingers black ? Anybody else had this problem ?

Have you seen a picture of SRV’s fingers? Permanently black/grey from playing. Probably the wear of the metal. Frets and strings wear out from play due to friction

What’s the difference between hybrid and regular strings?

The difference is the string gauges. The 9-11-16-26-36-46 is considered a "hybrid gauge" set. It has the 9-11-16 of their "super" slinky sets and the 26-36-46 of their "regular" sets. So it's a hybrid of the 9s and 10s. Hope that helps!

Are these strings round or hex core?

From the Ernie Ball website (do a search for 2253) they say this: "Made from pure nickel wire wrapped around tin plated hex shaped steel core wire, these guitar strings produce a warm rich tone with that signature Slinky feel. Gauges .009, .011, .016, .024w, .032, .042 " so according to Ernie Ball they are HEX CORE.

Which of the classic pure nickel slinky sets have unwound g (3rd) strings?

All of the Ernie Ball Pure Nickel Slinky sets currently available have unwound 3rd strings. This particular brand denotes "w" next to the 3rd string gauge number to denote a wound 3rd. Notice no "w"s are present on any of the packages here, so no sets contain a wound 3rd.

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🎶 Play like a pro, sound like a legend.

TRUSTED BY PROS - Top-ranked with 4.7 stars from over 6,500 reviews—join the elite players who swear by it.
ICONIC NICKEL TONE - Pure nickel strings deliver warm, vintage sound that stands out on every stage.
PRECISION GAUGE SET - Regular Slinky 10-46 gauge offers perfect balance for versatile electric guitar styles.
LONG LASTING FRESHNESS - Element Shield packaging locks in freshness, extending string life and playability.
COMFORT MEETS PERFORMANCE - Smooth, finger-friendly strings that reduce finger fatigue during long sessions.

Ernie Ball 2251 Classic Pure Nickel Regular Slinky Strings (10-46) are premium electric guitar strings crafted in the USA. Featuring pure nickel for a warm vintage tone, these strings come in Element Shield packaging to preserve freshness and extend lifespan. Loved by thousands of musicians worldwide, they offer a smooth feel and reliable performance for both studio and stage.

Specifications

ASIN	B0002PBS7M
Best Sellers Rank	#2,736 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #106 in Guitar Strings
Body Material Type	Wood
Brand	Ernie Ball
Brand Name	Ernie Ball
Coating Description	coated
Colour	Regular (10-46)
Customer Reviews	4.7 out of 5 stars 6,582 Reviews
Finish Type	Uncoated
Global Trade Identification Number	00749699122517
Importer Contact Information	MUSIC & MORE DIST.CO.PVT.LTD. C-4 to C-11 GATE NO- 3 Hosiery Complex Phase 2 Noida 201305
Included Components	6 strings (10-46 gauge)
Instrument	Electric Guitar
Item Type Name	Strings
Item Weight	0.03 Kilograms
Manufacturer	ERNIE BALL STRINGS, 151 Suburban Rd.San Luis Obispo,CA 93401,USA, Ernie Ball
Manufacturer Contact Information	ERNIE BALL STRINGS, 151 Suburban Rd.San Luis Obispo,CA 93401,USA
Manufacturer Part Number	P02251
Material Type	Nickel, Steel
Model Name	P02251
Model Number	P02251
Packer Contact Information	ERNIE BALL STRINGS, 151 Suburban Rd.San Luis Obispo,CA 93401,USA
Recommended Uses For Product	Electric Guitar
Sound Profile	Warm, Vintage, Mellow
String Gauge	.01
String Material Type	Nickel
UPC	749699122517
Warranty Description	1 Year Manufacturer

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Great but pricey

Used it in my acoustic electric guitar. The strings doesn't hurts your fingers. Plays and sounds fabulous. 5/5. Though the price could be a bit less. But never the less it's a awesome product.

17.08.2025

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