2822 Ernie Ball Hyper Slinky Nickel Wound 5-String Electric Bass Strings 40-130 Gauge - bass guitar strings - 1 set

Ernie Ball Hyper Slinky Nickel Wound 5-String Electric Bass Strings 40-130 Gauge are high-quality Ernie Ball strings for electric bass guitar in a 40-130 gauge range.

Ernie Ball Hyper Slinky Nickel Wound 5-String Bass Strings (40–130) are a great all-round choice for players who want a balanced feel and a clear, punchy tone. This gauge sits right in the sweet spot between lighter and heavier sets, offering comfortable playability while keeping the low B tight and defined—ideal for modern bass tones in the studio or on stage.

Key features:

• Gauges: .040, .060, .080, .100, .130
• Material: Nickel-plated steel wound on a hexagonal steel core (HexCore)
• Scale length: Long Scale (suitable for standard bass guitars)
• Ends: Standard ball-end; non-taperwound strings
• Winding: Roundwound
• Made in: USA

Tone & feel:

• Balanced tension: A slightly firmer feel on the lower strings with a more flexible, comfortable feel on the higher strings for fast response and a pronounced “snap”.
• Versatile sound: Nickel-plated steel delivers a bright, harmonically rich tone with clear attack and pleasing low-end warmth.

Who is it for / best suited for:

• 5-string bass players looking for an everyday set with a reliable, even feel across all strings.
• Great for fingerstyle, slap, and pick playing thanks to the crisp attack and roundwound bite.
• Works well for rock, pop, funk, metal, and modern worship—any style where clarity, punch, and definition matter.