Ernie Ball 2731 Cobalt Bass Power Slinky

Ernie Ball 2731 Cobalt Bass Power Slinky – more output, more punch and razor-sharp definition

Ernie Ball 2731 Cobalt Bass Power Slinky is a 4-string roundwound set for electric bass, made for players who want a more immediate response and a tone that cuts clearly through the mix. The cobalt winding couples more strongly to your pickups, so you’ll typically experience a higher perceived output, more attack and a more pronounced frequency response – especially when you play hard, dig in with a pick, or want the low end to stay tight and defined.

The core is steel (typically hex core in this series), and the cobalt-alloy roundwound winding delivers a bright, open and harmonically rich sound with plenty of overtones. At the same time, they feel surprisingly smooth for a bright roundwound type, giving you a “slick” playing feel, fast position shifts and a response that feels direct under your fingers – with the added bonus that the low end often comes through more clearly than on many traditional nickel/steel sets.

This Power Slinky set comes in a heavier gauge profile and is perfect for players who want more resistance from the strings, a thicker tone and a bigger foundation: 1,40 / 1,91 / 2,29 / 2,79 cm (equivalent to .055/.075/.090/.110). It can be a strong choice for drop tunings and aggressive playing, but note that the bright character can also be perceived as more clanky, the feel can be stiffer than comparable nickel sets, and finger noise can become more audible – especially on a very revealing bass/rig. Scale/length isn’t specified here, so if you play short scale or have a bass with specific length requirements, it’s a good idea to double-check fit before buying.

• Type: Roundwound basstrenge (elbas), 4-strenget sæt
• Materiale: Cobalt-legeret omvikling, stålkerne (typisk hex core)
• Dimensioner: Gauges: 1,40 / 1,91 / 2,29 / 2,79 cm
• Vægt (kg): 0,12
• Produkt: Ernie Ball 2731 Cobalt Bass Power Slinky
• Antal strenge: 4