Ernie Ball 2243 Turbo Slinky RPS E-guitar strings

Hybrid Gauge Electric Guitar Strings with RPS Reinforcement

Ernie Ball 2243 Turbo Slinky RPS Nickel Wound strings are built for electric guitarists who want the bend-friendly feel of a 9-gauge set without sacrificing the low-end punch of a 10. The hybrid .0095–.046 calibration sits exactly between the popular Regular Slinky and Super Slinky options, giving players a versatile middle ground that works across rock, pop, jazz, and metal. Nickel-plated steel wrap wire is wound around a tin-coated hexagonal steel core, producing the bright, well-balanced tone Slinky sets are known for. The patented RPS (Reinforced Plain Strings) design adds a tight brass wire wrap around the ball end of each plain string, dramatically reducing the slippage and breakage that typically happen at the bridge anchor point during heavy bending.

Technical Specifications

• Gauge: .0095" / 0.24 mm, .012" / 0.30 mm, .016" / 0.41 mm, .026" / 0.66 mm, .036" / 0.91 mm, .046" / 1.17 mm
• Number of Strings: 6 (set of 6)
• Material: Nickel-plated steel wrap wire
• Core: Tin-coated hexagonal steel core
• Winding Type: Round wound
• Ending: Ball end with RPS brass reinforcement on plain strings
• Finish: Uncoated
• Made in: USA

Who It's For

The Ernie Ball 2243 Turbo Slinky RPS set is the right choice for electric guitarists who want a hybrid gauge between 9-42 and 10-46 and need extra durability on the plain strings during aggressive bending. Players in rock, pop, jazz, and metal styles will appreciate how the bright, balanced tonality stays clear on clean passages and tight under high-gain distortion. The RPS reinforcement makes this set especially well suited to lead players who push strings hard, as well as rhythm guitarists looking for a stable, long-lasting set that holds tuning through demanding sessions. Made in the USA to standard Slinky specifications, this set offers a reliable upgrade for anyone seeking the feel of lighter top strings with the body of heavier bottom strings.