Description
Ernie Ball took the hybrid-gauge formula that made Skinny Top Heavy Bottom a staple on 6-string rigs and stretched it out for the 7-string crowd. You still get that thin .010 top string for effortless bending and lead lines, but the low end steps up hard with a .062 for chugging riffs and drop-tuned rhythm work that doesn’t feel flubby or loose.
That’s the whole appeal here — you’re not choosing between a set built for solos and one built for riffing. This one covers both jobs at once, which is exactly why it’s become a go-to for players who split time between shredding and heavy rhythm parts on seven strings.
Nickel wound construction gives you that classic Ernie Ball voice: warm, articulate, with enough brightness to cut through a mix without turning harsh. Fresh out of the pack, expect snap and clarity that make dead, oxidized strings feel like a completely different instrument by comparison. Swap this set in before your next session and notice the difference in sustain and tuning stability right away.
- Gauges: .010, .013, .017, .030, .042, .052, .062
- Nickel wound for balanced, classic tone
- Skinny top for easy bending and lead playability
- Heavy bottom for tight low-end rhythm and chords
- Built for 7-string electric guitars
Restring often? Keep a few sets of these in rotation at StringRush so you’re never stuck playing on strings past their prime.
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