Ernie Ball FLATS LIGHT 11-50
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A flatwound set designed for jazz, studio, and mellow tones
The Ernie Ball Flatwound 2580 strings are designed for guitarists seeking a warm, silky, and decidedly vintage tone. Their construction features tin-plated steel cores providing a solid foundation, wrapped with a polished stainless steel ribbon. The result: a softer attack, less aggressive highs, and a particularly pleasant feel under the fingers.
Thanks to the flat winding, these strings greatly reduce sliding and finger noise compared to roundwound strings. This is a major advantage for jazz, clean guitar tones, precise recordings, or any situation where quiet and controlled playing is desired. With a Light 11-50 gauge, they are suitable for both rich chords and melodic lines, offering beautiful roundness and excellent consistency.
Technical specifications
| Tension | Soft | 1st cord pull | 11 |
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end | Nbr of strings | 6 |
| Category | electric | Spun | flat |
| Classification | Light | Material | stainless steel |
| Reference | Ernie Ball 2580 | Gauge | 11-50 |
| Winding | flat | 1st string gauge | 011 |
| Number of strings | 6 | ||
Questions frequently asked
What sound do the 11-50 flatwound strings produce?
The polished stainless steel flatwound produces a soft attack, with less aggressive highs and a warm tone.
Are the Ernie Ball 2580 suitable for jazz?
This model is designed for jazz tones and clean playing. The Light 11-50 gauge supports rich chords as well as melodic lines, delivering consistent roundness.
Do flatwound strings reduce finger noise?
Flatwound winding significantly limits sliding and finger noise compared to roundwound strings. This feature is suitable for precise recording and muted playing styles.
What is the exact gauge of the Ernie Ball 2580 Flats Light?
The first string is .011 and the full set uses an 11-50 gauge. The indicated tension is soft.
Are these strings suitable for electric guitar?
Designed for electric guitar, this set includes 6 ball-end strings. The tin-plated steel cores form the base construction under a polished stainless steel flatwound wrapping.
