Cobalt produces a stronger magnetic relationship between pickups and strings than any other alloy previously available
Cobalt electric guitar strings provide an extended dynamic range, incredible harmonic response, strong low end, and crisp, clear highs
Wound strings consist of Ernie Ball’s Cobalt alloy wrapped around a tin-plated high-carbon steel core wire
Beefy Slinky’s 11-54 gauge is optimal for detuning
Made in California, USA with the finest and freshest materials
**Optimal For Detuning** Engineered to maximize output and clarity, Ernie Ball Cobalt Slinky guitar strings are the one of the latest innovations in string technology. Seeking to provide guitarists and bassists with a new voice, Cobalt strings provide an extended dynamic range, incredible harmonic response, increased low end, and crisp, clear highs. Cobalt provides a stronger magnetic relationship between pickups and strings than any other alloy previously available. Cobalt Slinkys are also soft and silky to the touch, making string bending a breeze. Cobalt strings have a slight blue hue, compared to other Ernie Ball electric strings. Gauges .011, .015, .022p, .030, .042, .054. Part number 2727.