How often to change the strings?

Havent used Ernie Ball strings for years but the only Cobalt pack I ever bought lasted two weeks at most with regular playing. They rusted badly very quickly. The sound is also quite abrasive by design and were too tight for my liking. But then they are meant for an aggressive attack if that is the sound you are after.

Are these suitable for B standard and Drop A tuning?

Yeah man, perfect to go down to Drop G as well

Will these go to drop A tuning?

Yes, but as usual expect s slightly looser tension in the string. Buy yeah they're great for drop A, I use them exclusively in drop A

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Ernie Ball Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky Cobalt 7-String Electric Guitar Strings - 10-62 Gauge

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Details

Brand
Ernie Ball
Colour
Skinny Top
Instrument
Electric
String gauge
.010 .013 .017
String material type
Cobalt

⚡Cobalt alloy for max output

🎸7-string versatility

🇺🇸Made in USA quality

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Description

🎶 Elevate your 7-string game with the power of cobalt – sound that commands attention!

TRUSTED LEGACY - Crafted by Ernie Ball, the choice of legendary guitarists since 1962.
TAILORED GAUGE SET - Skinny top and heavy bottom (10-62) for perfect balance and drop tuning flexibility.
EXTENDED DYNAMIC RANGE - Experience crisp highs, strong lows, and harmonic clarity that elevate your sound.
UNMATCHED MAGNETIC POWER - Cobalt alloy boosts pickup response for richer tone and higher output.
DURABILITY MEETS PLAYABILITY - Robust cobalt strings resist wear while offering a silky smooth bending feel.

Ernie Ball Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky Cobalt 7-String Electric Guitar Strings feature a cutting-edge cobalt alloy that enhances magnetic pickup interaction, delivering superior output, dynamic range, and tonal clarity. Designed with a 10-62 gauge for versatile playability and durability, these uncoated strings are made in the USA and trusted by iconic musicians worldwide.

Specifications

ASIN	B009XNP2NA
Best Sellers Rank	7,635 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 315 in Guitar Strings
Body Material Type	Cobalt
Brand Name	Ernie Ball
Coating Description	uncoated
Colour	Skinny Top Heavy Bottom (10-62)
Country of Origin	USA
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,264)
Finish Type	Uncoated
Global Trade Identification Number	00749699127307, 00749699227304
Instrument	Electric Guitar
Item Type Name	Electric Strings
Item Weight	45 g
Manufacturer	Ernie Ball
Manufacturer Part Number	P02730
Material Type	Cobalt
Model Name	Slinky
Model Number	P02730
Number of Items	1
Product Warranty	None.
Recommended Uses For Product	Guitar
Set Name	Skinny Top Heavy Bottom Slinky Cobalt 7-String
String Gauge	.010, .013, .017, .030, .042, .052, .062
String Material Type	Cobalt
UPC	749699127307 749699227304

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