--- product_id: 237488231 title: "8-String 2625 Slinky Nickel Wound Set.010 - .074" brand: "ernie ball" price: "£16.91" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Ernie Ball" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/237488231-8-string-2625-slinky-nickel-wound-set-010-074 store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 8-string set for extended range .010-.074 gauge for versatile tuning Element Shield packaging for freshness 8-String 2625 Slinky Nickel Wound Set.010 - .074 **Brand:** ernie ball **Price:** £16.91 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your sound with strings that stay fresh and fierce! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 8-String 2625 Slinky Nickel Wound Set.010 - .074 by ernie ball - **How much does it cost?** £16.91 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/237488231-8-string-2625-slinky-nickel-wound-set-010-074) ## 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 - • **Premium Nickel Wound:** Experience smooth, warm tones with durable nickel-steel construction trusted by pros worldwide. - • **Proven Player Favorite:** Join thousands of musicians who rate this set 4.8/5 for reliability and sonic performance. - • **Versatile Medium Gauge:** From bright leads to heavy riffs, the .010-.074 gauge balances playability and powerful low-end response. - • **Extended 8-String Range:** Unlock deeper, richer tones with a full 8-string set designed for multiscale and low tunings. - • **Element Shield Freshness:** Keep your strings sounding brand new longer with innovative packaging that preserves string life. ## Overview The Ernie Ball 8-String 2625 Slinky Nickel Wound Set (.010-.074) offers a premium nickel-steel construction tailored for electric guitars, especially suited for extended range and low tunings. Featuring Element Shield packaging, these strings maintain their fresh tone longer, making them a top choice among professional and aspiring musicians alike. With a 4.8-star rating from over 1,500 reviews, this set delivers reliable performance and versatile playability for modern guitarists. ## Description Product Description Review: Sufficient length - Nice set, just changed to them on my reverse headstock 8 string 28.5" to 25.5" multiscale guitar. The length is sufficient Review: Good. - Great for low tunings. Lacks in brightness but okay. ## Features - Element Shield Packaging Prolongs string life and keeps strings as fresh as the day they were made ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B004Y9YQS0 | | Best Sellers Rank | #5,540 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #20 in Bass Guitar Strings | | Brand | Ernie Ball | | Brand Name | Ernie Ball | | Coating Description | coated | | Colour | Original (10-74) | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 1,576 Reviews | | Finish Type | Uncoated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00749699126256 | | Importer Contact Information | MUSIC & MORE DIST.CO.PVT.LTD. C-4 to C-11 GATE NO- 3 Hosiery Complex Phase 2 Noida 201305 | | Instrument | Electric Guitar | | Item Type Name | Electric Guitar Strings | | Item Weight | 68 g | | Manufacturer | ERNIE BALL STRINGS, 151 Suburban Rd.San Luis Obispo,CA 93401,USA, Ernie ball | | Manufacturer Contact Information | ERNIE BALL STRINGS, 151 Suburban Rd.San Luis Obispo,CA 93401,USA | | Manufacturer Part Number | P02625 | | Material Type | Nickel, Steel | | Model Name | 2625 | | Model Number | P02625 | | Packer Contact Information | ERNIE BALL STRINGS, 151 Suburban Rd.San Luis Obispo,CA 93401,USA | | Recommended Uses For Product | Electric Guitar | | String Gauge | Medium | | String Material Type | Nickel | | UPC | 749699126256 | | Warranty Description | 1 Year Manufacturer | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Ernie Ball - **String Gauge:** Medium - **Colour:** Original (10-74) - **Instrument:** Electric Guitar - **String Material Type:** Nickel ## Images ![8-String 2625 Slinky Nickel Wound Set.010 - .074 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81eOHo6oE+L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does it djent?** A: These strings will djent my friend! **Q: Is the 74 tapered? I have locking tuners** A: I believe so - they had no problem fitting in the tuners for my 6-string guitar. HOWEVER, I would greatly recommend thicker strings - particularly if you have a longer-scale guitar. I'm currently rocking a .10-.90 set on my 8 string and the difference is incredible. Many people would have you believe that you need expensive active pickups to get a good sound; but with a thick enough set handling the bass register, all the wimpiness I was experiencing is gone.Check out www.stringjoy.com **Q: Do these strings fit an Ibanez RG9?** A: Yep. **Q: What's the string length?** A: Around 35 to 36 inches in length ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sufficient length *by K***H on 25 February 2026* Nice set, just changed to them on my reverse headstock 8 string 28.5" to 25.5" multiscale guitar. The length is sufficient ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good. *by D***Y on 23 October 2020* Great for low tunings. Lacks in brightness but okay. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Finger destroyer *by H***I on 7 June 2016* Ive been using the same gauge in daddario for over 1 year now. I am tuned to drop g#. they are fairly tight at that tuning and somehow the tone lasts longer on these. They have a certain twang that i look for in a guitar tone and although the daddario also has that it tends to fade within a week. Infact while recording my album with the daddario it lasted for 4 songs and then i could tell a difference between the original and later tracks. These strings so far sound like the tone lasts longer. This could be a placebo but i feel i wont be going back to daddario any time soon. ## Frequently Bought Together - Ernie Ball 8-String Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 10-74 Gauge (P02625) - Ernie Ball Mammoth Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 12-62 Gauge (P02214) - Ernie Ball 7-String Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 10-62 Gauge (P02615) --- ## 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.co.uk/products/237488231-8-string-2625-slinky-nickel-wound-set-010-074](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/237488231-8-string-2625-slinky-nickel-wound-set-010-074) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-07-01*