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product_id: 358871886
title: "Slinky Flatwound Bass Strings"
brand: "ernie ball"
price: "KD 24.93"
currency: KWD
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/358871886-slinky-flatwound-bass-strings
store_origin: KW
region: Kuwait
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# Super bright cobalt ribbon Optimal core-to-wrap ratio for tension & playability Cobalt under wraps for clarity & output Slinky Flatwound Bass Strings

**Brand:** ernie ball
**Price:** KD 24.93
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎸 Elevate your bass game with strings that shine as bright as your sound!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Slinky Flatwound Bass Strings by ernie ball
- **How much does it cost?** KD 24.93 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/358871886-slinky-flatwound-bass-strings)

## Best For

- ernie ball enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ernie ball brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Lightweight Precision:** At just 91g, these strings offer effortless handling for extended jam sessions.
- • **Brilliant Cobalt Sheen:** Experience unmatched brightness and a sleek silver finish that stands out on stage.
- • **Comfort-Driven Tension:** Perfectly balanced core-to-wrap ratio ensures smooth playability without sacrificing string tension.
- • **Enhanced Sonic Clarity:** Cobalt wraps boost output and deliver crisp, articulate bass tones that cut through any mix.
- • **Proudly Made in the USA:** Crafted with premium cobalt alloy for durability and consistent performance.

## Overview

Ernie Ball Slinky Flatwound Bass Strings feature a super bright cobalt ribbon and cobalt under wraps for superior sheen, clarity, and output. Designed with an optimal core-to-wrap ratio, these 4-string, .045 gauge strings deliver comfortable tension and exceptional playability, all crafted in the USA with premium cobalt alloy.

## Description

Slinky Flatwound Bass Strings

## Features

- Super bright cobalt ribbon offers superior sheen and feel.
- Cobalt under wraps delivers added clarity and output.
- Optimal core to wrap ratio ensures comfortable tension and playability.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Product Dimensions | 15.88 x 1.91 x 19.05 cm; 91 g |
| Item model number | P02813 |
| Body Material | Cobalt |
| Colour | Silver |
| String Gauge | .045 |
| String Material | Cobalt |
| Number of Strings | 4 |
| Material | Cobalt alloy |
| Voltage | 240 |
| Item Weight | 91 g |
| Manufacturer | Ernie Ball |
| Country of Origin | USA |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Ernie Ball
- **String Gauge:** .045
- **Colour:** Silver
- **Instrument:** Bass Guitar
- **String Material Type:** Cobalt

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is the Cobalt ethically sourced? where can more information regarding manufacturing be found?**
A: Yuke in with the answer of the year. cobalt is a mineral. minerals are sourced with strip mining. strip mining deliberately defaces the environment so id say no. its not ethically sourced. thousands of cobalts died to make these strings

**Q: How is this different from 'ernie ball cobalt xxxxx slinky bass set' series ?**
A: The regular Ernie Ball Cobalt is a roundwound string. This is a flatwound string. While it exhibits the characteristics of other flats, less string noise, smooth slides, etc., with the treble cranked it can slap and pop. These flats tend to have more mids than other flats and are so bright for flats that I have to insert a bridge mute in order to get a James Jamerson type of sound. Hope this helps.

**Q: Are you supposed to cut these before installing?**
A: Cutting Bass strings seems to be a highly discussed topic, but it is not rocket science, it is actually common sense. Since Bass strings have a solid core and a wrap wire, urban legend says that by cutting the strings, the inner core will somehow detach from the wrap.

Yes, you should cut the strings, and here is how is done: Thread the string through the bridge and bring it up to your headstock with no slack, hold the string against the tuning post that corresponds to that string. From that post, measure two tuning posts further away and bend the string about 90 degrees on that point. Then, cut the string half an inch beyond that bend (not too close to the bend), make sure to use a cutter able to easily snap clean that string in one go. By doing so, you will not have too many or too few windings around the tuning post (and no, your string’s inner core will not detach).

**Q: Is just the B string available so I can mix it with one of the other sets?**
A: Not sure, but I think they only come in sets.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Ernie Ball Hybrid Slinky Flatwound Bass Guitar Strings, 45-105 Gauge (P02813)
- Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Nickel Wound Bass Guitar Strings, 50-105 Gauge (P02832)

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*Last updated: 2026-02-20*