9 best bass strings

Product description

The world's #1 electric bass strings. For over 50 years, Ernie Ball Slinky electric guitar strings have been the favorite of musicians across the globe, Ernie Ball's signature recipe consists of specific gauges and core to wrap ratios for balanced rich harmonics and that signature Slinky feel. Using the finest and freshest raw materials every string is manufactured in the dry Southern California climate using state of the art winding technology and undergoing strict quality control standards. Nickel wound Slinky bass strings consist of nickel plated steel wrapped around a tin plated high carbon steel core for a balanced tone that compliments all electric bass types and playing styles. Each set is packaged in an ultra low humidity environment with Ernie Ball's Element Shield packaging to ensure every set is as fresh as the day it was made. Gauges .050, .070, .085, .105. Part number 2832.

• Most popular bass string alloy
• Well balanced
• Good all around sound

User questions & answers

Question:	Which set would be good for drop B
Answer:	A larger string gauge will produce higher tension. When you drop your tuning that higher tension will help retain note clarity and power. Go for the Power Slinky or buy an even larger 5 string set and use only the biggest 4 strings. You'll have to adjust the truss rod and bridge afterwards.
Question:	What’s the length in inches of these strings
Answer:	Unless otherwise noted, all of our bass strings are 48" in length and designed for basses with a scale length of 34".
Question:	Will these work on rbx jm2 John Myung signature
Answer:	Hi there, If the scale length of the bass is around 34 or 35 inches it should work. Also John Myung's name appears on the back as an endorsed artists for the strings. Hope this helps!
Question:	What are good for rock
Answer:	Slinky are basically made for Rock! Bright, but also well rounded tones. Hope that helps.

Product features

Slinky Bass Strings

A global leader in electric bass strings for over 50 years, Ernie Ball Slinky electric guitar strings have been the favorite of musicians across the globe. Ernie Ball's signature recipe consists of specific gauges and core to wrap ratios for balanced rich harmonics and that signature Slinky feel. Nickel wound Slinky bass strings consist of nickel plated steel wrapped around a tin plated high carbon steel core for a balanced tone that compliments all electric bass types and playing styles.

Ball End

Our ball ends are made using brass wire rod which is machined and cut to exacting specifications to ensure a precise fit and function.

Wrap Wire

Nickel Wound Slinky bass strings are precision wound with nickel plated steel wire providing a classic, balanced tone with superior intonation and consistency.

Core Wire

The core is made from tin plated high carbon steel hex wire providing excellent durability.

Product description

D'Addario XL Nickel Electric Bass strings are world-renowned as "The Player's Choice" amongst bass players of all genres and styles. All XL strings are precision wound on our exclusive computer-controlled machines, ensuring each string has excellent into nation, clear fundamentals, and unparalleled consistency. The nickelplated steel wrap wire is known for it's distinctive bright tone and excellent intonation and delivers a universally appealing tone for all playing styles.

From the Manufacturer

EXL170, D'Addario's best-selling bass set and the standard for most electric basses, offers the ideal combination of bright, booming tone and comfortable feel. The most versatile and universally appealing set for all playing styles. Fits long scale basses with a string scale length of up to 36 1/4 inches.

D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric Bass strings are world-renowned as "The Player's Choice" amongst bass players of all genres and styles. All XL strings are precision wound on our exclusive digitally-controlled machines, ensuring each string has excellent intonation, clear fundamentals, and unparalleled consistency. Each string is wound with a nickelplated steel wrap wire known for distinctive bright tone with excellent magnetic output delivering a universally appealing and versatile tone for all playing styles.

D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known as The Players Choice with a reputation for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario's innovative packaging reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.

• D'Addario's best selling bass guitar set
• Round wound with nickelplated steel for a distinctive bright tone with clear fundamentals
• Fits long scale basses with a string scale length of up to 36 1/4 inches
• String Gauges: Wound .045, .065, .080, .100
• Made in the U.S.A. for the highest quality and performance

User questions & answers

Question:	How are the mediums compared to lights, i am looking at these for my first string change and i don't know what i have now. Is there a big difference
Answer:	In my opinion they are good for a drop D
Question:	Is this a decent guage for drop b on a bass
Answer:	Yes
Question:	Do these strings have a real bright tone? I am playing praise and worship music and not sure I want that real bright tone
Answer:	Can also vouch that they were coated. Amazon gets the picture wrong on a lot of things, and if you ask me, they don't know anything about drum gear, so you should make sure to go by the description, not what's in the picture. Hope that helps.
Question:	Would the Medium gauge be good for drop D
Answer:	Yes

Product features

D’Addario XL Electric Bass Strings

XL Electric Bass Strings are precision-wound on D’Addario’s own digitally-controlled machines, ensuring each string has excellent intonation, clear fundamentals, and unparalleled consistency. With a variety of options in materials, gauges, and set sizes, D’Addario makes a bass string suitable for any playing style.

The selection of XL electric bass strings include:

Product description

D'Addario EXL160BT Balanced Tension electric bass strings are comprised of mathematically optimized string gauge combinations, resulting in greater control and playing comfort. Combined with the distinctive bright tone of XL nickel wound strings, each set offers greater dynamic control and a more consistent feel between strings for evenly balanced bending, strumming, fretting, picking, plucking and slapping. D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric Bass strings are world-renowned as "The Player's Choice" amongst bass players of all genres and styles. All XL strings are precision wound on our exclusive digitally-controlled machines, ensuring each string has excellent intonation, clear fundamentals, and unparalleled consistency. Each string is wound with a nickelplated steel wrap wire known for distinctive bright tone with excellent magnetic output delivering a universally appealing and versatile tone for all playing styles. D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known as The Players Choice with a reputation for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario's innovative, environmentally friendly packaging reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.

From the Manufacturer

• Balanced Tension sets allow the player to apply the same amount of fret hand pressure to each string
• Round wound with nickelplated steel for distinctive bright tone
• Environmentally friendly, corrosion resistant packaging for strings that are always fresh
• Made in the U.S.A. for the highest quality and performance
• String Gauges: Nickel Wound .050, .067, .090, .120

User questions & answers

Question:	Do they fit into a 35'' scale bass
Answer:	I doubt that they would unless you had a very short distance between the bridge and tailpiece and two-on-a-side tuners. They are designed for up to a 34" scale length. I'd look for something comparable in "super long."
Question:	How many strings are in this packaging
Answer:	4 numbers, 45, 60, 80, 107, means 4 strings.
Question:	Are they gonna be ok for drop a sharp tuning and for c standard? wouldn't they be too loose or to tense
Answer:	I play with a 0.135 for the "B" string, so I'm pretty sure a 0.120 for a "C" string would be ok. Assuming that set is a "bead" standard tuning, a bit more tension, you will get.

Product features

D’Addario XL Electric Bass Strings

XL Electric Bass Strings are precision-wound on D’Addario’s own digitally-controlled machines, ensuring each string has excellent intonation, clear fundamentals, and unparalleled consistency. With a variety of options in materials, gauges, and set sizes, D’Addario makes a bass string suitable for any playing style.

The selection of XL electric bass strings include:

Product description

ProSteels are D'Addario's brightest and most magnetic bass strings. A specialized alloy delivers harmonically rich, brilliant high-end coupled with deep, tight lows that work in tandem to create the coveted piano-like tone steel players crave.

From the Manufacturer

EPS165 is a popular D'Addario hybrid bass set combining the high strings from an EPS170 (.45 and .65) with the low strings from an EPS160 (.85 and .105). This set is optimal for players looking for the ideal combination of biting high end, punchy lows and super long life. Fits basses with a string scale length of up to 36 1/4 inches.

ProSteels are D'Addario's brightest and most magnetic bass strings. A specialized steel alloy delivers harmonically rich, brilliant high-end coupled with deep, tight lows that work in tandem to create the coveted "Piano tone" steel players crave. Great for both articulate fingering or aggressive picking, ProSteels give you the extra edge and punch you need to cut through the mix.

D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known as The Players Choice with a reputation for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario's innovative packaging reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.

• Hybrid gauge that combines EPS170 and EPS160 for an ideal combination of tone and feel with bigger bottom end
• D'Addario's brightest and most magnetic bass strings offering harmonically rich, deep and penetrating tone
• Fits long scale basses with a string scale length of up to 36 1/4 inches
• Made in the U.S.A. for the highest quality and performance
• String Gauges: Wound .045, .065, .085, .105

User questions & answers

Question:	If I use these, will I still be able to tune to E Standard
Answer:	Unfortunately these will not fit a Precision Bass as they are "short scale" strings. The Precision Bass and other basses like it are "long scale" basses. Thankfully D'addario makes the same set with the same materials and gauge for long scale basses. Here is a link to that set. https://www.amazon.com/DAddario-EPS170-ProSteels-Guitar-Strings/dp/B0006Z4B6S
Question:	Are the “pro steels” stainless steel
Answer:	I installed the fender 7150m strings on my Son's bass which is 4 string bass fender and it sounds great. It sounds better then the original strings it came with. I recommend these strings fender 7150m for your bass.
Question:	is this for five sets of strings
Answer:	They are made for electric, and not very loud. Without amplification you'll dissapear. If you're amplified on acoustic, and looking for more of an upright sound (darker, thumpier) give them a try.
Question:	Will these fit a Fender Precision
Answer:	Not yet, I won't officially go into the history books until after my death!

Product features

D’Addario XL Electric Bass Strings

XL Electric Bass Strings are precision-wound on D’Addario’s own digitally-controlled machines, ensuring each string has excellent intonation, clear fundamentals, and unparalleled consistency. With a variety of options in materials, gauges, and set sizes, D’Addario makes a bass string suitable for any playing style.

The selection of XL electric bass strings include:

Product description

Since 1989, dry has been committed to crafting hand made, superb-quality instrument strings. By blending the best of old-fashioned handmade craftsmanship With cutting edge materials or string coatings, dry continues to push the boundaries of the string-making process. That commitment to quality is what has brought countless top-flight bassists and guitarists to string-up with DRs - from u2's Adam Clayton to phish's Trey Anastasia and everywhere outside and in between. For reliable tone - acoustic or electric - you can rely on the handcrafted strings from dry with the dry Extra-Life black beauties bass strings, you'll snag the signature crisp tone, clarity, and volume of dr's traditional handmade strings. Yet, you'll get the added bonus of dr's super-thin coating on the plain strings and on the wrap wire, which extends the life of your favorite strings. And, just as the name suggests, dr's Extra-Life black beauties sport a stealth-style black coating.

From the Manufacturer

BLACK BEAUTIES™ Black Colored Bass Strings aren’t just about the sleek and sophisticated look. They feature a round core wire and a stainless-steel wrap wire to maintain brightness and feel. All strings in the set are coated with a jet-black version of DR’s K3™ ultra-hard coating, delivering longevity, more projection, fewer unwanted overtones, and outstanding clarity and articulation.

• Gauge: Medium
• Hand-made with black polymer coat
• Signature crisp tone, clarity, and volume of dr's traditional handmade strings
• Super-thin coating on the plain strings and on the wrap wire
• Extended string life

User questions & answers

Question:	Are these the strings that feel lime plastic
Answer:	No, these strings have very good sound, the problem whith these strings is that if you like "bends" and "vibrato", big erosion on strings caused by the frets in minutes.
Question:	Does the black come off on your fingers
Answer:	The coating wears off eventually, but my uncontested strings leave way more black on my fingers than these do.
Question:	Does this have these 4 strings
Answer:	Yes, this is the standard guage .45, .65, .85, .105 (5 string set has a .125 B string, 6 string set has a .35 for the high C string as well as the .125 low B). Hope I've helped
Question:	would like to see black beauty flat wound short scale
Answer:	That would be amazing! We have offered Black Beauty Round Wounds for Short Scale before. We are waiting for more to be manufactured but do not have a definite ETA. Coated Flats would be very very difficult to make. Flats are polished smooth after the flat ribbon wire is wound. Unfortunately if they were coated they would not be able to be polished so will not be nearly as sooth as a traditional flatwound. Maybe look at Black Nylon Tapewounds if you would like a black flat string. Jason FretNation

Product description

Ernie Ball Slinky Flatwound Bass Strings combine the smooth feel of traditional flats with the modern power of Cobalt. Featuring a super bright Cobalt ribbon wrap, Ernie Ball’s optimal core to wrap ratio deliver an innovative new bass string that features the tonal qualities of a round would with the silky smooth feel and fundamentals of a flatwound string. Gauges .045, .065, .080, .100. Part number 2814.

• SuperBright Cobalt Ribbon - Superior Sheen and Feel
• Cobalt Under wraps - Added Clarity and Output
• Optimal Core to Wrap Ratio - Comfortable Tension and Playability
• The Package Dimensions of the Product is 7.5"H x 6.25"L x 0.75"W

User questions & answers

Question:	are these good for rock, alternative and punk
Answer:	I use them to play rock and funk.Use your amp.and bass controls to get the sound you like.
Question:	Are you supposed to cut these before installing
Answer:	Cutting Bass strings seems to be a highly discussed topic, but it is not rocket science, it is actually common sense. Since Bass strings have a solid core and a wrap wire, urban legend says that by cutting the strings, the inner core will somehow detach from the wrap. Yes, you should cut the strings, and here is how is done: Thread the string through the bridge and bring it up to your headstock with no slack, hold the string against the tuning post that corresponds to that string. From that post, measure two tuning posts further away and bend the string about 90 degrees on that point. Then, cut the string half an inch beyond that bend (not too close to the bend), make sure to use a cutter able to easily snap clean that string in one go. By doing so, you will not have too many or too few windings around the tuning post (and no, your string’s inner core will not detach).
Question:	Is the Cobalt ethically sourced? where can more information regarding manufacturing be found
Answer:	Yuke in with the answer of the year. cobalt is a mineral. minerals are sourced with strip mining. strip mining deliberately defaces the environment so id say no. its not ethically sourced. thousands of cobalts died to make these strings
Question:	How is this different from 'ernie ball cobalt xxxxx slinky bass set' series
Answer:	The regular Ernie Ball Cobalt is a roundwound string. This is a flatwound string. While it exhibits the characteristics of other flats, less string noise, smooth slides, etc., with the treble cranked it can slap and pop. These flats tend to have more mids than other flats and are so bright for flats that I have to insert a bridge mute in order to get a James Jamerson type of sound. Hope this helps.

Product description

The gold standard of electric bass strings for over 50 years. Used by top players such as Geddy Lee, Billy Sheehan, John Paul Jones, etc... 4 string set of 45,65,80,105.

• Stainless Steel
• Package Dimensions: 16.002 L X 2.286 H X 16.002 W (Centimeters)
• Country Of Origin: United Kingdom
• Product Type:Stringed Instruments

Product description

Engineered to maximize output and clarity, Ernie Ball Cobalt Slinky Bass Strings are one of the latest innovations in string technology. Seeking to provide guitarists and bassists with a new voice, Cobalt strings provide an extended dynamic range, incredible harmonic response, increased low end, and crisp, clear highs. Cobalt provides a stronger magnetic relationship between pickups and strings than any other alloy previously available. Cobalt Slinkys are also soft and silky to the touch with perfect intonation. Gauges .050, .070, .085, .105. Part number 2732.

• Cobalt provides a stronger magnetic relationship between pickups and strings than any other alloy previously available
• Patented technology brings a new definition to “low end” capabilities Soft and silky to the touch
• Element Shield Packaging Prolongs string life and keeps strings as fresh as the day they were made
• Made in California, U.S.A. Featuring the finest and freshest materials.

User questions & answers

Question:	What's so special about cobalt
Answer:	No I would get a capo with a bigger handle it will give you more leverage. This one works well but it is pretty stiff.
Question:	Which gauge should I use for C standard tuning
Answer:	A classical (nylon string) guitar typically has a thicker neck. I purchased a Kyser capo for mine that was advertised for classical guitars and I've had great luck with it. My standard capos do NOT fit well on a classical neck and even if you get them on they don't sit flush and tend to pull the strings slightly out of tune. Search for a classical capo and you'll be much happier. Good luck!
Question:	How would these strings work on a fretless
Answer:	If it doesn’t work use can return it back for free and get your money back.
Question:	Will these work with an acoustic bass
Answer:	Hi,friend.Guitar Capo Acoustic， 6-String Acoustic and Electric Guitars, also fit different Instruments (Acoustic Guitar,Bass Guitar, Electric Guitar,Ukulele, Banjo,Mandolin).

Product features

Cobalt Slinky Bass

Engineered to maximize output and clarity, Ernie Ball Cobalt Slinky Bass Strings are one of the latest innovations in string technology. Providing bassists with a new voice, Cobalt bass strings provide an extended dynamic range, incredible harmonic response, increased low end, and crisp, clear highs. Cobalt provides a stronger magnetic relationship between pickups and strings than any other alloy previously available. Cobalt Slinkys are also soft and silky to the touch with perfect intonation.

Ball End

Our ball ends are made using brass wire rod which is machined and cut to exacting specifications to ensure a precise fit and function.

Wrap Wire

Cobalt Slinky bass strings are precision wound with a patented iron-cobalt alloy wire providing higher output and clarity with superior intonation and consistency.

Core Wire

The core is made from tin plated high carbon steel hex wire providing excellent durability.

Product description

The GHS Bass Boomers are the classic Power String and have been for years. Today they are one of the most popular bass strings in the world and are used by bass greats including the legendary Flea. Like the guitar version, Bass Boomers feature a nickel plated wrap that provides brilliance, volume, sustain and strength, unlike any other bass string.

ABOUT GHS STRINGS

GHS Strings are manufactured in a state-of-the-art, climate controlled facility using precision equipment and only the purest of materials. The air-tight Fresh Pack locks in factory freshness that endures the test of time and locks out corrosion. When you buy GHS strings you get quality, consistency, lasting intonation and superbly harmonious sound!

GHS Strings - The String Specialists since 1964.

M3045 Set: DYB45-DYB65-DYB85-DYB105

• Model: M3045
• Featuring the air-tight Fresh Pack, guaranteed fresh from the factory!
• Roundwound Nickel Plated Steel on Strengthened Core
• The classic POWER string for increased brilliance, volume, sustain and strength.
• Medium Gauge: 045-065-085-105

User questions & answers

Question:	Would these strings work for my dean e09m edge
Answer:	I don't see why not. I'm not familiar withe model or whether or not it's full scale. I have a Fender Jazz bass.
Question:	Will these work on an ibanez gsr 200 gio
Answer:	Hi, Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, our capos should work well even with left-handed guitars too. Hope this helps! Please don't hesitate to contact us again should you have any further questions, we're here for you. :-) Best regards, Manilyn / Nordic Essentials
Question:	Are these strings Hex Core
Answer:	They aren't very big, I use them on my 6 string guitar and on my sons smaller guitar.
Question:	will these strings work on a squier by fender affinity jazz bass
Answer:	Partial capos can easily be used together with altered tunings, and a number of very fruitful combinations are already in use by some players. Tunings and capos are sort of "mirror images" of each other, and each have their own advantages and disadvantages.

Product features

GHS Bass Boomers

GHS Bass Boomers are one of the most popular bass strings in the world. Utilizing a nickel-plated steel wrap wire (with a special combination of stainless steel and nickel-plate on the low E and B strings) over a hex core, Bass Boomers have a distinctive low-mid punch that sits well in any musical genre. This IS your power string.

GHS Bass Boomers are available in a wide range of sets and gauges.

GHS Strings are manufactured from the purest materials, free from environment damaging chemical processes. GHS manufacturing facility is 100% humidity controlled with state-of-the-art equipment and highly skilled technicians to ensure factory freshness in every package produced.

World Wide!

Whether touring the world, the nation, the local club scene or even just practicing in the bedroom, GHS Strings has been helping bass players hold down the low end and find their unique sound for decades. With bass experts in the office and constant communication with endorsing artists, GHS is committed to making sure you sound your best, no matter your audience.

About GHS

GHS Strings is not just an electric guitar string company – we're much more! We are the string brand inspiring you to play an extra encore. We are the string brand encouraging you to play harder, go longer. We are the string brand that's got you covered – whether you're playing electric or acoustic guitar, bass guitar, mandolin, banjo, ukulele and more.

Since 1964, we've been winding guitar strings in the same southwest corner of Michigan that gave birth to one of the most famous guitar brands. Though based in Battle Creek, we are global, but our values remain rooted in midwestern soil. We are fiercely independent – we are no-nonsense perfectionists believing in hard work, craftsmanship, and the power of music.

GHS Strings is a family of artists and experts built on tradition to help aid in the quest for personal string design and tone. To that end, we still use round core wire for much of our guitar strings and use some string specs decades old.

Flea Signature Set

The Red Hot Chili Peppers count on Flea to provide that hard driving bottom end and these strings are a crucial part of that signature sound. Using the Bass Boomers formula found in our entire line (nickel-plated steel with a special combination of stainless steel and nickel-plate on the low E string), Flea is able to provide the bottom end to the RHCP sound that has inspired many for decades.

BEAD Tuning

Tuning a 4 String Bass BEAD (or, the lower 4 strings of a 5 string bass) is not a new development. However, players had to either purchase strings separately or a 5 string set and throw away the G string to be able to do this.

With the BEAD Tuned Bass Boomers sets from GHS Strings, players can now buy the exact sets they want without the previous hassle.

5, 6 & 8 -String sets

Got a 5, 6 or 8-string bass? Boomers have you covered! GHS Bass Boomers are one of the most popular bass strings in the world. Utilizing a nickel-plated steel wrap wire (with a special combination of stainless steel and nickel-plate on the low E and B strings) over a hex core.

Short, Medium & Long Scale Sets

Many sets are available in short, medium and long scale. Bass Boomers have a distinctive low-mid punch that sits well in any musical genre. This IS your power string.