Why do these strings turn my fingers black ? Anybody else had this problem ?

Have you seen a picture of SRV’s fingers? Permanently black/grey from playing. Probably the wear of the metal. Frets and strings wear out from play due to friction

What’s the difference between hybrid and regular strings?

The difference is the string gauges. The 9-11-16-26-36-46 is considered a "hybrid gauge" set. It has the 9-11-16 of their "super" slinky sets and the 26-36-46 of their "regular" sets. So it's a hybrid of the 9s and 10s. Hope that helps!

Are these strings round or hex core?

From the Ernie Ball website (do a search for 2253) they say this: "Made from pure nickel wire wrapped around tin plated hex shaped steel core wire, these guitar strings produce a warm rich tone with that signature Slinky feel. Gauges .009, .011, .016, .024w, .032, .042 " so according to Ernie Ball they are HEX CORE.

Which of the classic pure nickel slinky sets have unwound g (3rd) strings?

All of the Ernie Ball Pure Nickel Slinky sets currently available have unwound 3rd strings. This particular brand denotes "w" next to the 3rd string gauge number to denote a wound 3rd. Notice no "w"s are present on any of the packages here, so no sets contain a wound 3rd.

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EBL*2253 (Ernie Ball Class SUPER SLINKY (9-46))

EBL*2253 (Ernie Ball Class SUPER SLINKY (9-46))

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Brand
Ernie Ball
Colour
Silver
Instrument
Electric
String Gauge
.009
String Material Type
Nickel

🎸Super Slinky .009-.046 gauge for effortless bends

🔋Pure nickel for warm, vintage tone

🇺🇸Made in California, USA

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Description

🎸 Bend it like a pro — strings that keep up with your vibe!

COATED FOR LONGEVITY - Enhanced corrosion resistance keeps your strings fresh and vibrant longer, so you never miss a beat.
TRUSTED BY THOUSANDS - Join over 5,000+ players who rate these strings 4.8 stars for tone and durability.
PURE NICKEL COMPOSITION - Rich, warm vintage tone that makes your guitar sing with soulful vibrato and sustain.
CALIFORNIA CRAFTED EXCELLENCE - Premium strings forged in the heart of the USA for unmatched quality and reliability.
ULTRA LIGHT GAUGE 009 046 - Experience lightning-fast playability and effortless bending that fuels your creativity.

Ernie Ball Super Slinky Classic Pure Nickel electric guitar strings (9-46 gauge) are handcrafted in California using premium nickel and steel for a warm, vintage tone. Designed for effortless bending and vibrant vibrato, these strings are a favorite among professional and aspiring guitarists alike. With a 4.8-star rating from over 5,000 users and a 1-year manufacturer warranty, they deliver reliable performance and durability for your electric guitar.

Specifications

ASIN	B0002PBS86
Best Sellers Rank	#5,028 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #43 in Electric Guitar Strings
Brand Name	Ernie Ball
Coating Description	coated
Colour	Silver
Country of Origin	USA
Customer Reviews	4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (5,184)
Finish Type	Uncoated
Global Trade Identification Number	00749699122531
Importer Contact Information	MUSIC & MORE DIST.CO.PVT.LTD. C-4 to C-11 GATE NO- 3 Hosiery Complex Phase 2 Noida 201305
Included Components	1 set of Ernie Ball Super Slinky Classic Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings (9-42 gauge)
Instrument	Electric Guitar
Item Type Name	Strings
Item Weight	32 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	P02253
Material Type	Nickel, Steel
Model Name	Super Slinky Classic Pure Nickel
Model Number	P02253
Number Of Items	1
Packer Contact Information	ERNIE BALL STRINGS, 151 Suburban Rd.San Luis Obispo,CA 93401,USA
Recommended Uses For Product	Electric Guitar
Sound Profile	warm, vintage tone
String Gauge	.009
String Material Type	Nickel
UPC	749699122531
Warranty Description	1 Year Manufacturer

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