Guitar Strings

The Ernie Ball 10885 Slinky Flatwound 85 is an American-made cobalt string. It sports an 85 gauge and a flat thread which emits a smoother and warmer sound. This bass string is of exceptional quality and is sold individually. It is also resistant to oxidation and wear. Cobalt strings are characterized by a wide dynamic range, exceptional harmonics, deep bass and crystal clear highs.

ARTICLE N° 94137
  • Ernie Ball 10885 Slinky Flatwound 85
  • Bass string
  • Sold individually
  • Yarn: flat
  • Material: cobalt
  • Pull: 085
  • Resistant to oxidation and wear
  • Made in the USA
The Ernie Ball reference 10885 Slinky Flatwound 85 is a solid, American-made bass string with an 85 gauge. Cobalt was selected as the main material for the manufacture of this item. Thanks to its flat net, you will have softer and warmer sound.

Breathe new life into your guitar with this remarkable product and give new impetus to your musical career.

Cobalt is distinguished by a stronger magnetic force than that of other alloys combining iron and nickel. Cobalt Slinky strings have a smooth and silky texture, which allows you to perform bends with great ease.

The Ernie Ball Company has built a strong reputation as the premier brand in the market, thanks to the exceptional quality of its products.
Type of guitar
 Acoustic bass, Electric bass
Instrument type
 Acoustic bass, Electric bass
Gauge of the pack
 85
Number of strings
 1
Installation type
 ball-end strings
Core Wire
 Cobalt
Wiring type
 Flat Wound
Wiring material
 Cobalt