--- product_id: 12670010 title: "Ernie Ball 8-String Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 9-80 Gauge (P02624)" brand: "ernie ball" price: "VT6777" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Ernie Ball" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/12670010-ernie-ball-8-string-skinny-top-heavy-bottom-slinky-nickel store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 8-string precision gauges .009-.080 Signature Slinky feel for ultimate playability Nickel-plated steel with hex core Ernie Ball 8-String Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 9-80 Gauge (P02624) **Brand:** ernie ball **Price:** VT6777 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Elevate your 8-string game with the ultimate Slinky precision! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Ernie Ball 8-String Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 9-80 Gauge (P02624) by ernie ball - **How much does it cost?** VT6777 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/12670010-ernie-ball-8-string-skinny-top-heavy-bottom-slinky-nickel) ## Best For - ernie ball enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ernie ball brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Uncoated for Pure Vibe:** No residue, just smooth, clean feel under your fingers. - • **Legendary Tone, Modern Edge:** Trusted by icons like Slash & Metallica for bright, balanced sound. - • **Precision Engineered Gauges:** Skinny top (.009) to heavy bottom (.080) for tight lows and clear highs. - • **Premium Materials, USA Made:** Nickel-plated steel wrapped on hex core, crafted fresh in California. - • **Versatile for Heavy Riffs & Clarity:** Perfect for metal, progressive, and all high-gain styles. ## Overview Ernie Ball 8-String Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky Nickel Wound Strings (9-80 gauge) deliver legendary tone and playability with nickel-plated steel wrapped around a hex-shaped steel core. Made in California, these uncoated strings offer a bright, balanced sound favored by guitar legends, engineered for tight lows and clear highs, perfect for metal and progressive styles. ## Description Ernie Ball Slinkys are played by legends around the world including Slash, Jimmy Page, Metallica, Eric Clapton, and more. 8-String Slinkys are made from nickel-plated steel wire wrapped around tin-plated hex shaped steel core wire. The plain strings are made of specially tempered tin plated high carbon steel producing a well balanced tone. Gauges .009, .011, .016, .024, .034, .046, .064, .080. Review: Perfect Heavy Set for Eight-String Metal and Riffs - These fit my eight-string perfectly. I really like the skinny top / heavy bottom feel, especially for heavier riffs and metal. The low end stays tight and controlled, and yeah, they chug really well. There’s a lot of clarity in these strings. Cleans sound clear and defined, and once you get into distortion or heavier styles, they really come through. Progressive stuff, metal, pretty much anything heavy works well with this set. They feel good under the fingers and respond nicely during setup. The tension feels right, and they sit well on the fretboard without fighting you. The nickel plating feels clean and smooth, and I haven’t noticed any weird residue or dirt on my fingertips. Overall, these are clean, high-quality strings that sound warm and bright on cleans, but still hold together great once you add gain. For around fifteen bucks, this is exactly what I expect from Ernie Ball. Definitely recommend these if you’re looking for a solid heavy set for an eight-string. Review: Ernie Ball Strings are always great! - These are incredible strings and when strung on this guitar: https://a.co/d/0edjGjva Make this guitar play like butter, especially when playing with finger picks! Because they are a lighter gage, you will just need to make sure you understand how to adjust your saddles carefully so that you don't break the thinner strings. Your experience may be different, but for me it took an already great guitar and made it so much better. The strings truly play wonderfully, and when I play ragtime licks on this guitar, it really comes alive! Ernie Ball strings are always great! ## Features - Precision manufactured to the highest standards and most exacting specifications to ensure consistency, optimum performance, and long life - Made from nickel-plated steel wire wrapped around a hex-shaped steel core wire. The plain strings are made of specially tempered tin-plated high-carbon steel, resulting in a bright and well-balanced tone - Signature Slinky feel - 8-string gauges: .009, .011, .016, .024, .034, .046, .064, .080 - Made in California, USA with the finest and freshest materials ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00LQ0AF3K | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,213 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #22 in Electric Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Nickel-plated steel, Tin-plated high-carbon steel | | Brand | Ernie Ball | | Brand Name | Ernie Ball | | Coating Description | uncoated | | Color | Skinny Top Heavy Bottom (9-80) | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 2,974 Reviews | | Finish Type | Uncoated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00749699126249 | | Included Components | Guitar Strings | | Instrument | Electric Guitar | | Item Type Name | Electric Guitar Strings | | Item Weight | 0.04 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Ernie Ball Music Man | | Manufacturer Part Number | P02624 | | Material Type | Nickel-plated steel, Tin-plated high-carbon steel | | Model Number | P02624 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Electric guitar | | Set Name | Slinky | | Sound Profile | Balanced | | String Gauge | .009 | | String Material Type | Nickel | | UPC | 749699126249 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | No warranty. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Ernie Ball - **Color:** Skinny Top Heavy Bottom (9-80) - **Instrument:** Electric Guitar - **String Gauge:** .009 - **String Material Type:** Nickel ## Images ![Ernie Ball 8-String Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 9-80 Gauge (P02624) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81JB068qkDL.jpg) ![Ernie Ball 8-String Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 9-80 Gauge (P02624) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81XycbUa9XL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect Heavy Set for Eight-String Metal and Riffs *by J***Q on December 25, 2025* These fit my eight-string perfectly. I really like the skinny top / heavy bottom feel, especially for heavier riffs and metal. The low end stays tight and controlled, and yeah, they chug really well. There’s a lot of clarity in these strings. Cleans sound clear and defined, and once you get into distortion or heavier styles, they really come through. Progressive stuff, metal, pretty much anything heavy works well with this set. They feel good under the fingers and respond nicely during setup. The tension feels right, and they sit well on the fretboard without fighting you. The nickel plating feels clean and smooth, and I haven’t noticed any weird residue or dirt on my fingertips. Overall, these are clean, high-quality strings that sound warm and bright on cleans, but still hold together great once you add gain. For around fifteen bucks, this is exactly what I expect from Ernie Ball. Definitely recommend these if you’re looking for a solid heavy set for an eight-string. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ernie Ball Strings are always great! *by J***A on April 21, 2026* These are incredible strings and when strung on this guitar: https://a.co/d/0edjGjva Make this guitar play like butter, especially when playing with finger picks! Because they are a lighter gage, you will just need to make sure you understand how to adjust your saddles carefully so that you don't break the thinner strings. Your experience may be different, but for me it took an already great guitar and made it so much better. The strings truly play wonderfully, and when I play ragtime licks on this guitar, it really comes alive! Ernie Ball strings are always great! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice strings *by L***A on March 29, 2026* Works well on my 7 string, chugs hard. ## Frequently Bought Together - Ernie Ball 8-String Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 9-80 Gauge (P02624) - Ernie Ball 7-String Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 10-62 Gauge (P02615) - Ernie Ball Mammoth Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 12-62 Gauge (P02214) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/12670010-ernie-ball-8-string-skinny-top-heavy-bottom-slinky-nickel](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/12670010-ernie-ball-8-string-skinny-top-heavy-bottom-slinky-nickel) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-06-04*