Detail 01
Multi-stranded steel core
The design is intended to make the string easy under the left hand.
Product detailSKU #1415894676304
D'AddarioHelicore Orchestral Series Double Bass E String 1/8 Size
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
This Helicore Orchestral E string is specified for a 1/8-size double bass. Its multi-stranded steel core is designed for warm tone, excellent bow response, and easier left-hand playing. The damping is centered on arco performance, making it a practical choice where bowed response is the priority. It also accommodates pizzicato parts when a warm sound with less sustain is the musical requirement.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Arco passages on a 1/8-size double bass needing warm tone and bow response.
- Pizzicato work where a shorter-sustaining, warm sound supports the part.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Double basses other than the 1/8-size instrument specified.
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
Arco-optimized damping
Bowed playing is the string's primary application.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your bass is 1/8 size and that you need an E string.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this an E string?
Yes, it is a Helicore Orchestral double bass E string.
02What kind of pizzicato response does it offer?
It is suited to pizzicato when a very warm, less-sustaining sound is desired.
