Made from 92% copper, 7.7% tin, 0.3% phosphorus wire wrapped around tin plated hex shaped steel core wire. These strings have a light orange, gold color and provide a mellow, ringing sound, with excellent clarity.
Tim Henson Signature classical strings are the result of an exciting collaboration with a truly innovative player. Blending techniques and combining multiple genres to create something uniquely his own, these strings follow suit, pairing fluorocarbon treble strings with silver-plated copper basses. The result is a unique blend of materials built to Tim’s specifications, providing a more dynamic response and percussive tonality.
Ernie Ball Stainless Steel Flatwound guitar strings are the perfect complement for players seeking a warm, mellow tone and a smooth vintage feel. The wound strings are constructed with tin-plated steel hex cores, wound with a stainless steel ribbon wrap that has been polished to a smooth glass-like finish. The resulting sound is vintage-inspired with a dark, smooth fundamental. Due to the polished flat ribbon surface, the inherent finger noise with traditional strings is virtually eliminated making these strings a favorite among Jazz players and session recording artists alike. Gauges: .012, .016, .024w, .032, .042, .052
Ernie Ball Stainless Steel Flatwound Electric Bass Strings use flat stainless steel wire wrapped around a hex-shaped tin-plated steel core. They provide a smooth feel and mellow sound. Designed to fit 30" to 30.5" scale basses, the string length is 48" with a taper at 32.5". Gauges .050, .070, .090, .110
Pino Palladino Signature Smoothie Flats Bass Strings are engineered for a smooth, effortless playing experience. Precision-polished for an ultra-smooth feel, these premium flatwound strings glide easily under your fingers. Wound with a cobalt alloy ribbon, they deliver a deep, rich tone that perfectly blends vintage warmth with modern flexibility. Developed in collaboration with legendary bassist Pino Palladino, Smoothie Flats offer superior performance and exceptional playability.