Ernie Ball Announces Papa Het’s And Slash Signature Strings

COACHELLA, CA – Ernie Ball is proud to announce that two of its most celebrated signature string lines are now available in single packs: Papa Het’s Hardwired Master Cores and the Slash Signature String Set. Giving players more flexibility and easier access to their preferred artist tones, these offerings represent a milestone for fans of both Metallica’s James Hetfield and guitar legend Slash.

PAPA HET’S HARDWIRED MASTER CORES SIGNATURE STRINGS – NOW IN SINGLE PACKS

Papa Het’s Hardwired Master Cores signature string packs have been co-developed with Metallica’s James Hetfield over the past decade to best meet his demanding performance requirements. This signature set consists of James’ preferred 11–50 gauge combination using thicker Paradigm core wire wound with nickel-plated steel wrap wire and a proprietary Everlast nanotreatment. Ideal for James’ aggressive style and technique, the strings offer a heavier sound with extra pitch stability. The plain strings consist of Paradigm core wire with brass reinforcement at the ball end for added strength and tuning stability.

“With all the companies we’re with, we’re super proud to be with Ernie Ball! For them to take on the challenge of, hey I got an idea, can you do this… they have stepped up to the challenge! I’m super proud!”
— James Hetfield

Key Features:

Never-before-offered gauge combination: 11, 14, 18, 28, 38, 50
Superior strength and durability
Enhanced corrosion resistance and longevity via Everlast nanotreatment
Heavier core to wrap ratio for added pitch stability
Brass reinforcement at ball end on plain strings for tuning stability

Papa Het’s Hardwired Master Core Signature Strings in single packs are available now at ernieball.com.

SLASH SIGNATURE SLINKY STRINGS – NOW IN SINGLE PACKS

Slash’s signature string packs are the culmination of over three decades of Slash and Ernie Ball’s ongoing pursuit to create strings that provide more durability and tuning stability without sacrificing tone or feel. These new packs feature Paradigm core wire wound with nickel-plated steel wrap wire and a proprietary Everlast nanotreatment, while the Paradigm plain strings use a heavier brass reinforcement at the ball ends to improve tuning stability and strength.

Key Features:

Superior strength and durability
Enhanced corrosion resistance and longevity via Everlast nanotreatment
Heavier brass reinforcement on plain strings for improved tuning stability
Gauges: 11, 14, 18, 28, 38, 48

Slash Signature Slinky Strings in single packs are available now at ernieball.com.

About Ernie Ball

In 1962, veteran player and guitar teacher Ernie Ball created Slinkys®, the innovative light gauge electric guitar strings widely revered by thousands of iconic players including Eric Clapton, Keith Richards, Jimmy Page, Paul McCartney, Metallica, Brad Paisley, Slash, John Petrucci, Angus Young, and John Mayer. The strings are all crafted in Coachella, CA. Ernie Ball also offers state-of-the-art instrument accessories that are carried in more than 6,000 stores in the U.S. and 120 countries worldwide. Officially purchasing the Music Man® company in 1984, Sterling, joined later by his sons Scott and Brian, has built a team of dedicated professionals based in San Luis Obispo, CA who collectively share a common goal: crafting the highest level of hand-crafted instruments available. Originally founded by Tom Walker, Forrest White, and Leo Fender in 1974, Music Man built its name leading an industry revolution, introducing active electronics on its production instruments. As part of the team during the ’70s, Sterling Ball played an important role in the design and development of the iconic StingRay basses. The family-run company maintains its founder’s dedication to preserving the musician’s playing experience and delivering superior sound quality through the development of new products, such as Cobalt Slinkys, M-Steel, Earthwood, and the revolutionary Element Shield Packaging, keeping each set as fresh as the day they were made. The company also fosters artist development through musician-focused programs such as the world’s largest and longest-running unsigned artist programs, where bands compete each year to play live on national tours, festivals, and events.

Visit them online at www.ernieball.com and www.music-man.com.