Detail 01
Six-string set
Includes both the low B and the high C. A five-string set will not cover the top string on a six.
Product detailSKU #1274034478036
D'AddarioEXL170-6 Nickel Round Wound 6-String Set Long Bass Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Six-string bass set, nickel roundwound, long scale. For extended-range players who need a low B and a high C.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Six-string bass players covering both low B and high C range
- Chordal and solo bass work using the upper strings
- Players who want bright roundwound attack for slap or fingerstyle
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Four and five-string basses — the string count will not match
- Players wanting a dark, smooth feel; roundwounds are bright and textured
- Short or medium-scale instruments; these are cut long scale
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
Round wound
Ridged winding gives bright attack and sustain, and lets slap and pop cut through. It also grinds on frets over time.
Detail 03
Nickel wound
Warmer and less abrasive than stainless. A middle ground between full brightness and fret wear.
Detail 04
Long scale
Cut for a 34-inch bass, which is standard for most six-strings. Check yours before ordering if it is unusual.
Detail 05
Light gauge
Lower tension and easier bending, though the low B can feel slack on shorter scale lengths.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Verify your bass is long scale — six-strings sometimes ship at 35 inches and need extra-long sets
- 02Roundwound texture wears frets faster than flats; expect fret work eventually
- 03Strings only. No winder, cutter, or setup tools in the pack
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit a 35-inch scale bass?
Not reliably. This set is cut for long scale, typically 34 inches. On a 35-inch bass the winding can run short at the tuner post. Measure nut to bridge saddle first.
02Can I use these on a five-string bass?
You would have a spare string left over and gauges that may not match your intended tuning. Buy a five-string set instead.
03Will a light gauge low B be floppy?
On a 34-inch scale a light B string has less tension than a medium one. If you play hard or tune below B, a heavier gauge tracks better.
04How do roundwounds differ from flatwounds here?
Roundwounds are brighter with more attack, sustain, and finger noise. Flats are darker and smoother. For slap or modern tones, roundwound is the usual choice.
