Detail 01
Multi-stranded steel core
Supports an easy feel under the left hand.
Product detailSKU #1416325126615
D'AddarioHelicore Hybrid Series Double Bass C (Extended E) String 3/4 Size Medium
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
This is the medium-gauge Helicore Hybrid C (Extended E) string for 3/4-size double bass. Its multi-stranded steel core is designed for easy left-hand playing and a moderately warm tonal character. Optimized damping helps it retain pizzicato sustain without giving up bow response, so it suits parts that shift between plucked and bowed technique in symphonic, jazz, or bluegrass work.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing the C (Extended E) string on a 3/4-size double bass in medium gauge.
- Parts that alternate between pizzicato playing and bowing in symphonic, jazz, or bluegrass settings.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players needing a string specified for an instrument size other than 3/4.
- Players seeking a gauge other than medium.
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
Optimized damping
Keeps pizzicato sustain and bow response in balance.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm you need the C (Extended E) string.
- 02Check that 3/4 size and medium gauge match your required replacement.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the core construction?
It uses a multi-stranded steel core.
02Is it intended for bowing as well as pizzicato?
Yes. Its damping is designed to balance bow response with pizzicato sustain.
