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Ernie Ball introduces their latest artist signature string collaboration with guitarist/vocalist James Hetfield of Metallica. Papa Het’s Hardwired Master Core Signature Strings are available through the Metallica.com Store starting April 26, 2022 here: https://ernieb.al/MetallicaStrings
They will be available through domestic and international Ernie Ball retailers starting May 10, 2022.
Co-developed with Hetfield over the past decade, Papa Het’s new Hardwired Master Core set consists of James’ unique never before offered 11-50 gauge combination, ideal for his aggressive style and technique. These limited edition signature sets are housed in a compact tin box with custom artwork designed by James.
Product Features:
Never before offered gauge combo (11, 14, 18p, 28, 38, 50)
“Master Core” heavier core to wrap ratio
Wound strings wrapped with Paradigm plasma-enhanced nickel-plated steel around ultra-high-strength tin-plated steel hex core
Paradigm ultra-high-strength tin-plated steel plain strings
Thicker sound
Added pitch stability