Ernie Ball 2738 SLINKY COBALT 5S 50-135
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Ernie Ball
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Power, Clarity, and Playing Comfort
Designed for bassists seeking punch and definition, the Slinky Cobalt strings leverage the attraction of cobalt to maximize output level while maintaining precise response across the entire dynamic range. The lows remain solid in the mix, while the highs stay bright without harshness. The silky feel reduces fatigue and promotes stable intonation both in the studio and on stage. The 50-70-85-105-135 set provides progressive tension and tonal balance string to string.
Technical specifications
| Tension | Hard | 1st cord pull | 50 |
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end | Nbr of strings | 5 |
| Category | 5-string bass | Material | cobalt |
| Draw | 50-70-85-105-135 | ||
| Number of strings | 5 | Gauge | 50-70-85-105-135 |
| 1st string gauge | 050 | ||
Questions frequently asked
What are the gauge sizes of the Ernie Ball 2738 Slinky Cobalt 5C strings?
The set uses gauges .050, .070, .085, .105, and .135. This configuration is specified as hard tension for 5-string bass.
Are these strings suitable for a 5-string bass?
This set is designed for a 5-string bass. The thinnest string is .050 and the heaviest is .135.
What sound do cobalt bass strings provide?
The cobalt material maximizes output level thanks to its magnetic attraction. The lows remain solid in the mix, while the highs stay bright without harshness. The response is said to be precise across the entire dynamic range.
Are the Slinky Cobalt 50-135 strings easy to play?
The silky feel is designed to reduce playing fatigue. Intonation is reported to be stable both in studio and on stage.
What type of string end is used on this set?
Each string is fitted with a ball end.
