Ernie Ball 2818 REGULAR SLINKY FLATWOUND SHORT SCALE 45-105
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Next-generation Flatwound : very smooth feel of flatwound strings, with response and presence inspired by roundwound strings.
- Cobalt Alloy : delivers a powerful, precise, and dynamic output, ideal for highlighting attack and nuances.
- Short Scale Format : designed for short scale basses, providing consistent tension and comfort.
- Regular Gauge 45-105 : versatile balance for grooves, pick or fingerstyle, with solid lows.
Manufacturer Information
Ernie Ball
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The Best of Both Worlds for Your Short Scale Bass
The Ernie Ball Slinky Flatwound 2818 opens a new path: the comfort of traditional flatwound strings while retaining the lively feel and "punch" often associated with roundwound strings. The result: a smoother playing experience, less abrasive under the fingers, and a sound that remains well present in the mix.
Comfort, Power, and Definition Thanks to Cobalt
Thanks to their cobalt material, these Regular Slinky Flatwound strings deliver a clear response, firm lows, and articulate mids. Whether you're seeking precise articulation for funky lines, a round yet defined tone for rock, or a sharp pick attack, they offer a true expressive range with a particularly pleasant feel.
Technical specifications
| Tension | Medium | 1st cord pull | 45 |
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end | Nbr of strings | 4 |
| Category | 4-string bass | Spun | flat |
| Classification | Regular | Material | cobalt |
| Draw | 45-65-85-105 | Special feature | short scale |
| Winding | flatwound | Number of strings | 4 |
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Questions frequently asked
Are these strings suitable for a short scale bass?
This set is specifically designed for 4-string short scale basses and features a ball end.
What is the gauge of the Ernie Ball 2818 Flatwound Short Scale?
The Regular Slinky gauge is 45-65-85-105, with the first string at .045. The indicated tension is medium.
What sound do cobalt flatwound strings produce?
The cobalt flatwound provides firm lows and clear mids. The response remains direct, with a sound that stands out in the mix. The attack is clean with a pick.
Is the feel less abrasive than roundwound strings?
The flatwound surface offers a smoother and less abrasive sensation under the fingers while maintaining punch.
Are these strings suitable for funk and rock?
Thanks to their precise articulation, they respond well to funky lines. Their round yet defined tone also suits rock.
