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product_id: 48493854
title: "Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Paradigm Electric Guitar Strings - 10-46 Gauge"
brand: "ernie ball"
price: "VT9126"
currency: VUV
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reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/48493854-ernie-ball-regular-slinky-paradigm-electric-guitar-strings-10-46
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# Nanotreatment for corrosion resistance Classic 10-46 gauge Slinky tone Reinforced tensile strength Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Paradigm Electric Guitar Strings - 10-46 Gauge

**Brand:** ernie ball
**Price:** VT9126
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Elevate your riff game with strings that outlast the rest!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Paradigm Electric Guitar Strings - 10-46 Gauge by ernie ball
- **How much does it cost?** VT9126 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/48493854-ernie-ball-regular-slinky-paradigm-electric-guitar-strings-10-46)

## 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

- • **Stay Fresh Tone:** Everlast nanotreatment repels oils and corrosion, keeping your sound vibrant
- • **Iconic Playability:** Legendary Regular Slinky gauge set delivers that smooth, expressive feel pros crave
- • **Unmatched Durability:** Patented RPS tech boosts tensile strength for longer play without breakage
- • **Perfect Gauge Balance:** 10-46 gauge set offers versatile tension for dynamic playing styles and genres
- • **Precision Crafted in USA:** Premium alloy steel strings made with cutting-edge wire drawing for consistent quality

## Overview

Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Paradigm strings combine patented reinforced plain string technology with Everlast nanotreatment and plasma-enhanced wrap wire to deliver superior tensile strength, corrosion resistance, and the classic 10-46 gauge tone. Made in the USA, these nickel-plated alloy steel strings ensure long-lasting durability and iconic playability for electric guitarists.

## Description

Ernie BallRegular Slinky Paradigm Electric Guitar Strings - 10-46 Gauge

## Features

- Ernie Ball's current state-of-the-art wire drawing process combined with patented RPS (reinforced plain string) technology dramatically increases tensile strength.
- Ernie Ball’s Everlast nanotreatment and revolutionary plasma-enhanced wrap wire results in a string that repels oils, resists corrosion, and keeps your tone alive for longer.
- Legendary Slinky tone and feel, fused with ultimate strength for long-lasting durability.
- Made in the USA.
- Gauges 10, 13, 17, 26, 36, 46.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Product Dimensions | 11.13 x 1.91 x 12.07 cm; 30 g |
| Item model number | 2021 |
| Body Material | Agathis |
| Colour | Regular (10-46) |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | Combination |
| Styling | Wrap |
| Scale Length | inches |
| String Gauge | .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, and .046 |
| String Material | Alloy Steel |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Guitar Bridge System | Adjustable |
| Material Type | Nickel-Plated |
| Size | Single Pack |
| Voltage | 240 Volts |
| Item Weight | 30 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Ernie Ball
- **String gauge:** .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, and .046
- **Colour:** Regular (10-46)
- **Instrument:** Electric Guitar
- **String material type:** Alloy Steel

## Images

![Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Paradigm Electric Guitar Strings - 10-46 Gauge - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81JC-xmiNTL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Colour Name, Size Name, Style Name** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Some help on what the sizes mean? Beefy, hybrid, not even, power, regular, skinny top heavy bottom, super**
A: Another viewpoint is to think of the string gauge in terms of how easy you want the strings to feel and play under your fingers. Beginners and others may find “9” gauge strings to be the slinkiest and most easy to use while still being strong and relatively unbreakable. 

“10” gauge strings often feel very easy to use on guitars with shorter scale length than Stratocasters. Gibson guitars or guitars designated as ‘short scale’, because these strings provide better tension than 9’s at the same scale length. Yes, scale length changes the feel of the tension of the string. Therefore 9’s feel looser on a short scale guitar like a Gibson, compared to using 10 gauge strings on the same guitar. For many players 10’s feel better on short scale guitars because the playability is improved by the increased increased tension of the 10’s when used on the shorter scale guitars. 

Players usually want comfortable playability that is appropriate for individual playing skill levels as well as appropriate for the scale length of the guitar.

Many string gauges are available to select from when trying to find the best string gauge for a particular guitar. Comparing different gauges on a guitar should reveal that there are significant differences in feel and playability. 

This is particularly important with baritone guitars. Research shows that specific baritone guitars work best when you string them up with ‘specific gauge’ strings. These string gauges have been determined by players. A good idea is to research the internet and find out the string gauge that is recommended for your particular model baritone guitar and preferred tuning [ie standard ‘A’ tuning] and start with those recommended strings. 

More complicated is determining a good string gauge for a home brew baritone guitar that has been converted from a conventional guitar on hand into a homemade baritone guitar. It’s complicated because the homemade baritone will be ‘down tuned’ to some tuning. This introduces slack into the strings. Finding the best string gauge and string tension will make the homemade baritone much more playable. 

If you make your own homemade baritone you will encounter many challenges, solutions to which you can find solutions from others that went before you on the internet discussion forums. This is because most manufactured baritone guitars are long scale guitars, often close to 30”.  Scale length affects string tension. This relationship may require some experimentation or research in order to find workable string gauges for the homemade baritone. Purchasing a manufactured baritone guitar might be a better idea than converting a random on hand little used guitar. This homemade route might be unproven unpredictable and it might be expensive.

Aside from trying to find the best strings for your baritone a player can greatly benefit from having had determined the most enjoyable string gauge for a favorite guitar. For instance you might find that you really dig the 10 - 52 skinny top heavy bottom strings that you just put on your new Fender Jaguar - and this gauge really opened up your new jag with easy bends and roaring chords!  

Finding your favorite string gauges can make playing easier and more comfortable, and they can make your guitar sound more like the way you want it to sound. Make it sound more like you hear it in your head. 

Finding the right string gauge can make a major change in the quality of your playing, tone, and ease of playing.

**Q: Do these include every string?**
A: It is a complete 6 string set. At least from me...
Jason
FretNation

**Q: If used on a Floyd rose, if the gauge is the same does it have to be re-setup or is the tension the same as comparable Ernie Ball strings?**
A: Thank you for the question.  The tension is the same on the Paradigm strings as other strings.  You do not need to reset the Floyd Rose tremolo.

Kind Regards,
Troy

**Q: How do these compare to ernie ball cobalts? i have cobalts for "extra magnetism" because i use a sustainiac pickup and want max effect.**
A: They last LONGER. I THINK there is a higher carbon content in these, in other words, more magnetisim. I could be wrong and it includes the cobalt along with INSANE longevity. I use string cleaner with these. They are great. It really amounts to how much you need/want to change your strings. These strings stay crispy for along time, even when they should be dull they retain a sort of spank. Maybe they resist corrosion on a molecular level or something? They cost 3x the amount of Regular slinkys and THEY WILL PERFORM AND LAST ACCORDINGLY! Without any coatings. The same awesome slinky feel as always. I also think they over wing these - AKA ... they use a technique like DR ... essentially winding a low E string at around say, .59 and they over tighten in onto their specially designed hex core until it measures  .52. DR has been doing this for decades and it makes a difference as there is more matter in the same space. I really suggest buying  pack. I know its crazy but if you noticed the difference with the cobalt, try these and see if you like the longevity/how long they last you. Don't leave them in the sun, in dust etc. I leave my axe on a music stand so I cant say too much. I never have used a 7 string guitar. 5 string bass sure. Oh. And these DO NOT BREAK. EVER! I had one break due to a INSANELY sharp edge on the saddle the string was sitting on. Was a new Chibson (Harley Benton). Fixed that though. Try to break them. Within reason.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not nearly as bad as people make out...
*by C***S on 26 September 2019*

Now I actually bought these as a last resort. A few months before I purchased these I had treated myself to a Paul Gilbert signature fireman guitar and for the life of me I could not fathom why i was snapping high E strings almost every week (snapped 2 in a day once) I did a little bit of research and found nothing and i had concluded that the strings were consistently snapping at the bridge, I thought at first what a silly design for a bridge, but then I couldn't figure out how Paul was using so many different models with the same bridge for videos and gigs and having no snapping at all (little did i realise he was using RPS strings at this point) after seeing some of the Paradigm ads on Facebook I desperately bought some as the guitar had became my main gigging instrument.I'd seen lots and lots of negative reviews saying they snapped in the first 24 hours, that they rust easy etc etc etc, but like i say i was desperate, I think i purchased these on January 23rd 2019... 50 or gigs later, plenty of weekly rehearsals and a lot of playing at home I literally cannot even fault these. Before i wrote this review i had a little clean of the strings, they're a bit grubby but the tone is still there and they have that snap that new strings lose after a few weeks of playing, I am actually quite shocked myself they still feel and sound so good after 8 months of hard work (I am a pretty hard player myself and strings do suffer)Usually I don't tend to leave good reviews as I think to myself "well yeah they're doing as advertised" and I am really nit picky about these sort of things but I am well and truly impressed by the durability of these strings. The only reasons i can think of for people snapping these strings within the first 24 hours is 1. They've been sent a bad batch, unlikely but it does happen and 2. which is far more likely, whoever is finding these snapping after 24 hours or 1 use obviously doesn't know how to restring a guitar correctly or doesn't have their guitar properly set up.So if you're reading this and you are like i was and you're sceptical then my advice is definitely give these a try, ignore all the bad reviews and see for yourself, I'm glad I did.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good strings.
*by R***F on 28 June 2024*

A wee bit expensive however they should last longer,feel good under the fingers and plenty of sustain,will buy again and would recommend.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Do last longer but retaining that usual Slinky sound.
*by M***S on 16 May 2019*

Decided to take a punt on these afer reading about them on a guitar website. I have used both Regular Slinky and Super Slinky for years and these seem to be the natural succesor. Sound-wise there is barely any difference, but they do seem to resist rust and burring very well, they retain that "freshly restrung" sound for a lot longer, noticeably so. I will probably stick with these on my gigging guitars and continue to use my usual slinkys on everything else.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-24*