Detail 01
Flat wound
Smooth ribbon outer wrap instead of round wire. Almost no finger squeak, darker tone, easier on frets and fingerboards.
Product detailSKU #1274034477967
D'AddarioECB84 Chromes Flat Wound Custom Light Long Scale Electric Bass Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Flatwound bass set in a light gauge, long scale. For players who want the thump and smooth feel of flats without heavy-gauge stiffness.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Motown, soul and reggae lines where a thumpy, dark tone works
- Fretless bass — flats won't chew up the fingerboard
- Players who slide a lot and hate fret and finger noise
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Slap and pop players who need bright, zingy attack
- Anyone wanting modern hi-fi treble content from a bass
- Short-scale or 35" extra-long-scale basses — check your string length
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Custom light gauge
Lighter than typical flats, so less tension and an easier left hand. Flats normally feel stiff; this set softens that.
Detail 03
Long scale
Sized for a standard 34" bass. Measure from nut to bridge saddle before ordering.
Detail 04
Chromes series
D'Addario's stainless flatwound line. Brighter than most flats when new, settling into a darker thump.
Detail 05
Light tension with flats
Lower tension can mean more string movement; you may need to raise action slightly to stop rattle.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure string length through your bridge — string-through bodies need more winding length
- 02Cut flats only after seating them; a bad cut can unravel the wrap
- 03Expect to reset intonation and action after moving from rounds to flats
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit a short-scale bass?
No. This is a long-scale set for a standard 34" bass. A short-scale bass needs a shorter set so the wound section clears the nut correctly.
02Do flatwounds sound dead?
They start brighter than expected and settle into a warm, thumpy tone with strong fundamental and little top-end zing. That settled sound then stays put for a long time.
03Are flatwounds good for fretless?
Yes. The smooth surface causes far less wear on an unlined or uncoated fingerboard than roundwounds, and it makes sliding quieter.
04How is custom light different from regular light?
Custom light sits between gauges, giving lower tension and an easier feel than a standard flatwound set while keeping enough mass for tone.
