Pino Palladino’s New Ernie Ball Strings: Smoothie Flats Revealed
Ernie Ball has teamed up with a few artists to introduce signature string sets at NAMM this year. That list of artists includes the great Pino Palladino, who has collaborated with the company to create the Pino Palladino Smoothie Flats bass strings.
Ernie Ball says the strings were crafted for “effortless playability and exceptional tone.”
“Precision-polished for an ultra-smooth feel, these premium flatwound strings glide easily under your fingers,” they write. “Crafted with a cobalt alloy ribbon, they deliver a deep, rich tone that perfectly balances vintage warmth with modern flexibility.”
The set will be available in two string combinations: Extra Light (.038-.098) or Medium (.043-.108). The Ernie Ball Pino Palladino Smoothie Flats Signature Bass Strings will be available in late spring. A price point has not been announced.
Ernie Ball Pino Palladino Smoothie Flats Signature Bass Strings Features:
| Premium flatwound strings developed with Pino Palladino |
| Precision polished for an ultra-smooth feel |
| Wound with cobalt alloy ribbon for a rich, deep sound |
| Smooth, vintage tone and flexible, low-tension feel |
| Available in 2 gauge combinations: Extra Light (38, 54, 68, 98), Medium (43, 61,76, 108) |
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