Ernie Ball .056 COBALT WOUND ELECTRIC GUITAR STRINGS
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A More Present Sound, a More Precise Response
The Ernie Ball Cobalt Slinky strings are designed for guitarists who want to gain definition without sacrificing feel under the fingers. Their design emphasizes a more responsive playing dynamic and a richer harmonic content, resulting in better sound clarity, particularly appreciated with modern distortion, complex chords, or palm-muted parts.
Cobalt stands out for its ability to enhance the interaction between your strings and your pickups. The result: a higher output level, increased presence in the mix, and an attack that stands out more clearly. If you play an electric guitar and seek a "more connected" feel to the amp, these strings will help you achieve a more direct signal while maintaining a beautiful tonal richness.
With a 56 gauge, this set is particularly suitable for low tunings (Drop, D standard, etc.) and powerful playing styles that require sustain, while still being adapted for musicians who want a solid low string for clear and stable rhythms.
Technical specifications
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end |
| Category | Electric single string |
| Draw | 56 |
| Nbr of strings | 1 |
| Spun | round |
| Material | cobalt |
| Brand | Ernie Ball |
| Series | Slinky Cobalt |
| Type | electric guitar strings |
| Alloy | cobalt |
| Features | enhanced playing dynamics, more harmonics, increased clarity, optimized magnetic interaction with pickups, increased output level |
| Gauge | 56 |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Ernie Ball Slinky Cobalt 56 string suitable for low tunings?
The .056 gauge provides a solid low string, suitable for Drop tunings and standard D tuning. It promotes stable tuning for heavy rhythm playing.
What material is this electric guitar string made of?
This string is made of cobalt and uses round winding. This alloy optimizes magnetic interaction with electric guitar pickups.
Is the 56 gauge suitable for palm muting?
Thanks to its .056 gauge, this string is designed for clean and stable rhythm playing. The increased dynamics and enhanced clarity support the definition of palm-muted parts.
Does this string increase the output level of pickups?
The cobalt enhances the magnetic relationship with pickups, resulting in increased output level and a more present attack.
Is this a single string with a ball end?
The reference is sold individually, with a ball end. It is intended for electric guitar.
