Detail 01
Multi-stranded steel core
Designed for easy left-hand playing.
Product detailSKU #1416325126623
D'AddarioHelicore Hybrid Series Double Bass D String 1/2 Size
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
For a 1/2-size double bass, this Helicore Hybrid D string combines a multi-stranded steel core with a moderately warm tonal character. The core design is made to feel easy under the left hand, while its damping is tuned to balance pizzicato sustain and response under the bow. It is suited to D-string replacement where players use both approaches across symphonic, jazz, or bluegrass material.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing the D string on a 1/2-size double bass.
- Music that calls for both pizzicato sustain and bow response in symphonic, jazz, or bluegrass work.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who need a D string specified for a size other than 1/2.
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
Balances the needs of pizzicato sustain and bowed response.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that you need a D string for a 1/2-size double bass.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What tone character does this D string offer?
It has a moderately warm tone quality.
02Can it support both pizzicato and bowing?
Yes. Its damping is designed to balance pizzicato sustain with bow response.
