--- product_id: 263008785 title: "6-String Short Scale Bass Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 20w-90 Gauge (P02837)" brand: "ernie ball" price: "100.30 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Ernie Ball" url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/263008785-6-string-short-scale-bass-slinky-nickel-wound-electric-guitar store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # 6-string short scale precision nickel-plated steel for bright tone Made in USA, premium quality 6-String Short Scale Bass Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 20w-90 Gauge (P02837) **Brand:** ernie ball **Price:** 100.30 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your bass game with strings that scream pro-level clarity! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 6-String Short Scale Bass Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 20w-90 Gauge (P02837) by ernie ball - **How much does it cost?** 100.30 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/263008785-6-string-short-scale-bass-slinky-nickel-wound-electric-guitar) ## 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 - • **Small Ball Ends:** Guitar-style ball ends for easy installation and compatibility with a wider range of basses. - • **Bright & Balanced Tone:** Nickel-plated steel wire wrapped around hex steel core delivers clarity and punch that stands out in any mix. - • **Pro-Level Craftsmanship:** Handcrafted in California with the freshest materials, trusted by top artists worldwide. - • **Precision Short Scale Fit:** Tailored 6-string gauges (.020-.090) for perfect tension and playability on short scale basses. - • **Durability Meets Freshness:** Uncoated finish preserves natural feel while ensuring long-lasting performance and tone. ## Overview Ernie Ball 6-String Short Scale Bass Slinky Nickel Wound Strings (20w-90 gauge) are precision-crafted in California using nickel-plated steel wrapped around a hex steel core. Designed for short scale bass guitars, these strings feature small ball ends for easy installation and deliver a bright, balanced tone favored by top musicians. With medium gauge strings and an uncoated finish, they offer durability and fresh, punchy sound for serious bassists. ## Description Ernie Ball 6-string Bass Guitar string sets are round-wound for maximum clarity and serious punch. Each string is manufactured with the finest and freshest raw materials in the beautiful Coachella Valley of Southern California. The list of endorsers for Ernie Ball Slinky bass strings reads like a who's who of top selling artists. Strings have small ball ends like guitar strings, not large ball ends used on bass stings. Gauges .020 .030 .042 .054 .074 .090. Part number 2837. Review: SX Jazz Bass short scale 30" - SX Jazz Bass short scale 30" scale length. These fit and sound good. The string lengths are just long on 3 of the strings and one string was just right without clipping. The stock SX bass bridge has small holes for the strings so the guitar ball ends work just fine. Replacement bridges may not work due to larger string holes. The tension is good for a light set. For someone with Ulnar issues that makes them very playable. For the folks who will complain about the reduction in low bass thump it's there just boost the bass on the amp / preamp. The note definition on the low E is excellent and provides good intonation all the way up the neck. The strings are high quality and have that nickel wound sound in abundance. These strings are being used on a 4 string bass since Ernie Ball does not make a 40 ish to 90 short scale set. In fact that would be Rotosound if you like the sound of their strings. I have used these on Danelectro Bass VI (baritone) guitars and that is how I know about these strings and why I had a spare set lying around. The other 4 string basses Squier and Fender I have owned needed the Bass sized ball ends to prevent the strings from pulling through the bridge. Same issue on the Squier Mini Precision. Review: Bien - Todo ok ## Features - Made from nickel plated steel wire wrapped around tin plated hex shaped steel core wire - Manufactured with small ball ends like guitar strings, not large ball ends used on traditional electric bass stings - Most popular bass string alloy - Bright, balanced tone - Made in California, USA with the finest and freshest materials ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0002DUVJU | | Body Material Type | Steel | | Brand | Ernie Ball | | Brand Name | Ernie Ball | | Coating Description | coated | | Coating description | coated | | Color | 6-String Short Scale Bass (20w-90) | | Colour | 6-String Short Scale Bass (20w-90) | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 347 Reviews | | Finish Type | Uncoated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00749699128373 | | Included Components | Strings only | | Instrument | Bass Guitar | | Item Type Name | Bass Guitar Strings | | Item Weight | 83 g | | Manufacturer | Ernie Ball Music Man | | Manufacturer Part Number | P02837 | | Material Type | Nickel-Plated | | Model Name | SLINKY NICKEL WOUND | | Model Number | P02837 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Strings for 6-String Bass Guitar | | Set Name | Slinky | | Sound Profile | Bright, balanced tone | | String Gauge | Medium | | String Material Type | Nickel | | String gauge | Medium | | String material type | Nickel | | UPC | 749699128373 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Ernie Ball - **Colour:** 6-String Short Scale Bass (20w-90) - **Instrument:** Bass Guitar - **String gauge:** Medium - **String material type:** Nickel ## Images ![6-String Short Scale Bass Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 20w-90 Gauge (P02837) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81b-VxThx1L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ SX Jazz Bass short scale 30" *by X***4 on 23 June 2026* SX Jazz Bass short scale 30" scale length. These fit and sound good. The string lengths are just long on 3 of the strings and one string was just right without clipping. The stock SX bass bridge has small holes for the strings so the guitar ball ends work just fine. Replacement bridges may not work due to larger string holes. The tension is good for a light set. For someone with Ulnar issues that makes them very playable. For the folks who will complain about the reduction in low bass thump it's there just boost the bass on the amp / preamp. The note definition on the low E is excellent and provides good intonation all the way up the neck. The strings are high quality and have that nickel wound sound in abundance. These strings are being used on a 4 string bass since Ernie Ball does not make a 40 ish to 90 short scale set. In fact that would be Rotosound if you like the sound of their strings. I have used these on Danelectro Bass VI (baritone) guitars and that is how I know about these strings and why I had a spare set lying around. The other 4 string basses Squier and Fender I have owned needed the Bass sized ball ends to prevent the strings from pulling through the bridge. Same issue on the Squier Mini Precision. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bien *by T***K on 6 October 2024* Todo ok ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Updated review to correct mistakes made by me *by B***B on 21 April 2017* Update: As said previously by myself and others, these are for v-short scale 6 string basses. However, when using them to re-string my vintage short scale Jedson 4 string bass I made a mistake. I had assumed these strings were for a barritone guitar and were for guitar tuning EADGBE and so I used the bottom 4 strings. In fact these are for v-short scale basses and are for tuning BEADGC. So to rectify my tuning problems with what I thought was my E string I will get another set of these and instead use strings 2 to 5 i.e EADG. These packages are mislabeled by EB but so long as you know they are guitar scale with small ball-ends then they are perfect for the job they are intended for. They will not fit your full scale 6-string bass as they are actually a set of heavy strings for a barritone guitar. I actually used these on a 1973, 3/4 scale Jedson Telebass. I used the bottom 4 strings (E, A, D & G) and they fit really well. So if you want to re-string a very short scale bass such as the Ibanez Mikro then these are fine. But really these are for barritone players. ## Frequently Bought Together - Ernie Ball Slinky 6-String w/ small ball end 29 5/8 scale Bass Guitar Strings - 20-90 Gauge - Ernie Ball P02839 Slinky 6-String w/ small ball end 29 5/8 scale Baritone Guitar Strings - 13-72 Gauge - D'Addario Guitar Strings - XL Nickel Electric Guitar Strings - EXL157 - Perfect Intonation, Consistent Feel, Reliable Durability - For 6 String Guitars - 14-68 Medium Baritone --- ## 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.tn/products/263008785-6-string-short-scale-bass-slinky-nickel-wound-electric-guitar](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/263008785-6-string-short-scale-bass-slinky-nickel-wound-electric-guitar) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-07-31*