ERNIE BALLSilver Slinky John Mayer Signature Electric Guitar Strings - 10.5-47

Designed in Collaboration with John Mayer

The Ernie Ball Silver Slinky John Mayer Signature strings are the result of a groundbreaking collaboration between Ernie Ball, one of the world’s most respected string manufacturers, and Grammy Award-winning guitarist John Mayer. Created to meet John’s personal requirements, these strings offer players a truly unique combination of tone, feel, and tension.

Every detail, from the specific gauges to the core-to-wrap ratios, has been carefully crafted to align with Mayer’s exacting standards, ensuring that they deliver a premium playing experience. Whether you’re an avid John Mayer fan or simply looking for top-tier strings, this set brings innovation and quality to your guitar.

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Signature Gauge Combination for Superior Playability

The standout feature of the Silver Slinky set is its innovative gauge combination. These strings are available in gauges that have never been offered before: 10.5, 13.5, 17.5, 27, 37, and 47. This blend of gauges strikes the perfect balance between light and medium, offering the flexibility of lighter strings with the enhanced tone and durability of heavier gauges. The mid-range gauge sizes provide improved control over bending and vibrato while maintaining excellent tuning stability.

This unique combination allows guitarists to achieve a dynamic tonal range, without sacrificing comfort or playability. Whether you’re riffing through complex solos or laying down smooth rhythm parts, these strings give you the versatility to play with precision and ease.

Unmatched Tone and Stability

Ernie Ball’s Reinforced Plain Strings (RPS) technology ensures these strings go beyond just great tone—they offer exceptional tuning stability and resilience. With the added strength of the RPS design, the plain strings are far more resistant to breakage, even under high tension, making them ideal for guitarists who play hard and demand reliability. The meticulous construction of each string, with carefully measured core-to-wrap ratios, ensures a balanced response, consistent tension, and superior sustain.

The Silver Slinky strings are designed to maintain their tonal integrity for longer, giving you the rich, full sound that professional guitarists like John Mayer rely on in the studio and on stage. These strings provide not only superb tone but also the stability to keep you in tune for longer playing sessions. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or an aspiring player, the Silver Slinky set brings a level of quality and performance you can count on.

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