Ernie Ball Not Even Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 12-56 Gauge Description Ernie Ball Not Even Slinky’s 12-56 gauge is optimal for detuning. These electric guitar strings are precision manufactured to the highest standards and most exacting specifications to ensure consistency, optimum performance, and long life. Not Even Slinky wound strings are 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 for that iconic Slinky feel and tone that players have relied on for decades. Not Even Slinky gauges are .012 .016 .024p .032 .044 .056. From the Manufacturer Optimal For Detuning Ernie Ball Not Even Slinky Electric Strings are perfect for those who like to detune their instrument to lower tuning combinations. Metal fans worldwide have gravitated towards the Not Even Slinky set to give their guitar the optimal gauge combination for Drop D & Drop C tuning. These strings are precision manufactured to the highest standards and most exacting specifications to ensure consistency, optimum performance, and long life. Not Even Slinky wound strings are 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; producing a well balanced tone for your guitar. Gauges .012 .016 .024p .032 .044 .056. Part number 2626. Features: Ernie Ball Slinkys are played by legends around the world including Slash, Jimmy Page, Metallica, Eric Clapton, and more Not Even Slinkys 12-56 gauge is optimal for detuning Element Shield Packaging prolongs string life and keeps strings as fresh as the day they were made Bright, balanced tone Made in California, USA with the finest and freshest materials Ernie Ball strings are made from the finest materials so you get quality and consistency in every set Product Details: Brand: Ernie Ball String Gauge: .012 - .056 Color: Not Even (12-56) Instrument: Acoustic Guitar String Material Type: Nickel Steel Item Weight: 1.06 ounces Product Dimensions: 4.5 x 0.25 x 4.5 inches Country of Origin: USA Item model number: P02626 Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No Date First Available: July 16, 2004 Color Name: Not Even (12-56) String Gauge: .012 - .056 String Material: Nickel Steel Number of Strings: 6 Size: Single Pack Voltage: 240 Volts