Detail 01
Extra super light gauge
Lowest tension in the EXL line. Easy on the fingers, but looser feel and less attack.
Product detailSKU #1274034478217
D'AddarioEXL180 XL Extra Super Soft/Long Bass Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Long-scale bass strings in an extra-light nickel-wound set. For 4-string players who want low tension and easy fretting over volume and punch.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players with hand fatigue or grip strength issues
- Fast fingerstyle lines where light tension helps speed
- Bassists who bend or use heavy vibrato
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Slap players who need tight strings that snap back
- Low tunings — extra-light gauges go flabby below E
- Anyone chasing maximum output and low-end weight
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
Long scale
Fits standard 34-inch basses. Check your bridge type — through-body stringing eats extra length.
Detail 03
Nickel-plated steel wrap
Warmer and less abrasive than pure steel. Gentler on frets, less bright top end.
Detail 04
Roundwound construction
Ridged surface gives finger noise and growl. Wears frets faster than flats.
Detail 05
Hex core
Wrap grips the core tightly, so tuning stays put and the set holds pitch after stretching.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One set, four strings. No extras or cleaning cloth.
- 02Lighter gauge means less pull — expect a truss rod tweak
- 03Lower tension can raise action slightly; recheck saddle height after install
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?
Long scale covers 34-inch necks. A 35-inch bass may work depending on bridge design, but check the string's silk wrap doesn't land on the nut or tuning post.
02Are these good for drop tuning?
Not really. Extra-light gauges lose tension fast when you tune down and feel loose and rattly. A heavier set holds pitch better below E.
03How do these compare to the EXL170 set?
This is the lighter option in the same nickel roundwound family. Easier to fret, less tension, thinner low end.
04Do they fit a 5-string bass?
No. This is a four-string set with no low B.
