Detail 01
Super light gauge
Thinnest tension in the range. Easier to fret and bend, but less output and more prone to fret buzz.
Product detailSKU #1274034478043
D'AddarioEXL220S XL Nickel Super Light Short Scale Electric Bass Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Nickel-wound roundwound bass set, super light gauge, short scale. Standard replacement set for short-scale basses wanting a bright, easy-playing feel.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Short-scale bass owners needing a straightforward replacement set
- Players with weaker hands who want minimal fretting effort
- Bending and vibrato-heavy playing on bass
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Drop tunings — super light gauge goes floppy below standard
- Heavy-handed pickers who want tension to push against
- Long-scale 34-inch basses — wrong 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
Short scale
Cut for shorter basses. Wrap length and silk position are matched to that scale, not a 34" instrument.
Detail 03
Nickel plated steel
Warmer and smoother than pure stainless. Also gentler on frets and easier on fingertips.
Detail 04
Round wound
Textured surface gives brightness and growl, at the cost of more finger noise than flatwounds.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Verify scale length first — short-scale sets will not string a long-scale bass
- 02Lighter gauge changes neck tension; a truss rod and intonation check is likely
- 03Set includes strings only — no tools, winder or cleaner
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What scale length is this for?
Short scale. It is cut for shorter-scale basses like a Mustang or Jaguar bass, not a standard 34-inch instrument.
02Is super light too loose for standard tuning?
It works in standard E tuning, just with a slinkier feel. It gets floppy if you tune lower.
03Do I need to adjust my bass after switching gauge?
Usually yes. Changing gauge changes neck tension, so check relief and reset intonation.
04Are nickel strings quieter than stainless?
Slightly. Nickel is smoother under the fingers and less bright, so finger squeak is less pronounced.
