Detail 01
Multi-stranded steel core
The core design is intended to make the strings easier to play under the left hand.
Product detailSKU #1416325126563
D'AddarioHelicore Hybrid Series Double Bass String Set 1/2 Size
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The 1/2-size Helicore Hybrid double-bass set is made for players who need a single setup to handle both bowing and pizzicato. Its multi-stranded steel core is designed for easy left-hand playing, and optimized damping balances sustain under the fingers with response under the bow. The result is a moderately warm tonal character suited to symphonic, jazz, and bluegrass use.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Fitting a 1/2-size double bass used for both bowing and pizzicato.
- Players covering symphonic, jazz, and bluegrass repertoire on one bass.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Replacing only one individual string rather than fitting a complete set.
- Double basses other than the 1/2 size named for this set.
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
It is designed to balance pizzicato sustain with bow response.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that your double bass is 1/2 size before ordering.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this set for a 3/4-size bass?
No. This is the 1/2-size set.
02What styles is it designed to cover?
It is designed to perform across symphonic, jazz, and bluegrass playing.
