Detail 01
Roundwound
Round wire wrapped over the core. Bright, growly, with pronounced attack — and audible finger squeak when you shift.
Product detailSKU #1274034478098
D'AddarioEXL160-5 XL 5-String Bass Regular/Long String Set
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Nickel roundwound five-string set in regular gauge, long scale. The standard replacement set for a 34" five-string.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Rock, pop and country players wanting a familiar bright attack
- Standard 34" scale five-string basses
- Regular gigging where strings get changed often
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who want smooth feel and low finger noise
- Four-string basses — the low B has no use
- Extra-long 35" instruments where the winding may fall short
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
Nickel wound
Warmer and smoother than stainless steel. Easier on frets and less abrasive under the fingers.
Detail 03
5-string set
Adds a low B below standard tuning. Extends range down a fourth without moving out of first position.
Detail 04
Regular gauge
Middle-of-the-road tension. Balanced feel with enough mass for a tight low B.
Detail 05
Long scale
Cut for a standard 34" bass. Not intended for extra-long or short-scale instruments.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your bass is 34" scale, not 35" — measure nut to bridge saddle
- 02Roundwounds are brightest for the first few hours, then settle
- 03A gauge change from your old set usually needs intonation and truss rod adjustment
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these work on a 35" scale bass?
Not reliably. This is a long-scale set cut for 34" instruments. On 35" the low B in particular may not have enough winding past the nut.
02Do these fit through a string-through-body bridge?
String-through routing adds length behind the bridge. Measure your total path first — a long-scale set can come up short on some string-through designs.
03Nickel or stainless steel?
Nickel is warmer, smoother under the fingers, and less abrasive on frets. Stainless is brighter and more aggressive. This is the nickel set.
04Can I buy the low B on its own?
This is a full five-string set. It is not sold as an individual string.
