Ernie Ball's Slinky Cobalt Flatwound Bass Strings represent the perfect marriage between vintage smoothness and contemporary sonic power. These strings feature a carefully engineered hex-core to wrap ratio that produces outstanding tonal balance and remarkable clarity right across the frequency spectrum.
The gauge range from .045 to .130 provides an ideal combination of string tension and tonal depth, ensuring every note rings out with both power and precision. This makes them exceptionally versatile for bassists working across multiple genres - from jazz and funk through to rock and beyond.
The flatwound construction offers that classic smooth feel under your fingers while the cobalt winding brings modern clarity and punch to your 5-string bass. These strings give you the flexibility to lay down both subtle grooves and driving rhythmic foundations with equal effectiveness.
- Gauges: .045, .065, .080, .100, .130
- Smooth feel of traditional flats
- Enhanced power of Cobalt construction
- SuperBright Cobalt ribbon wrap
- Cobalt underwraps for added durability
- Optimal hex-core to wrap ratio
- Perfect balance between vintage warmth and modern punch
- Suitable for a wide range of playing styles
- Delivers a dynamic and rich bass tone



