Best strings for Djent

Ranked by the CYS expert team. Updated 2026-04-20.

#1

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Ernie Ball

Not Even Slinky Cobalt (.012–.056)

.12 – .56

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Drop CDrop BMetal

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#2

Ernie Ball

7-String Slinky Cobalt (.010–.062)

.10 – .62

Price tier: $$

Drop CDrop BDjent

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#3

Ernie Ball

7-String Slinky Cobalt Custom (.009–.062)

.9 – .62

Price tier: $$

Drop CDrop BDjent

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#4

Ernie Ball

7-String Regular Slinky Cobalt (.010–.056)

.10 – .56

Price tier: $$

Drop DDrop CProgressive metal

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