Detail 01
Nickel-plated wrap
Warmer, less abrasive than stainless steel. Easier on frets and fingers, slightly rolled-off top end.
Product detailSKU #1274034478091
D'AddarioXL165-5 Electric 5-String Set Bass Guitar Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Nickel-wound 5-string bass set from D'Addario in a light gauge. For players who need a workaday replacement set with a low B included.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players restringing a 5-string bass without changing feel
- Anyone wanting lighter tension for faster fretting-hand movement
- Buying spares in bulk for gigs and sessions
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- 4-string bass players — the extra B string is wasted
- Short-scale basses, where standard-length windings may not fit
- Players chasing heavy tension for aggressive downtuning
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
Roundwound construction
Textured surface gives growl and finger noise. Brighter attack than flatwounds, more fret wear over time.
Detail 03
5-string set
Includes a low B alongside the standard four. Only useful on a bass built for five.
Detail 04
Light gauge
Lower tension means easier bends and faster playing, but less punch and more fret buzz if action is low.
Detail 05
Long scale
Cut for standard 34-inch basses. Winding placement matters — too short and the wrap sits on the nut.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check your bass is long scale before ordering — measure nut to bridge saddle
- 02New strings stretch; expect to retune several times over the first days
- 03Truss rod and intonation may need adjustment if switching gauges
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit a 34-inch scale bass?
Yes. This is a standard long-scale set. Check the string-through or top-load routing on your bridge, since string-through basses need extra winding length.
02How is the low B on a light set?
Lighter B strings can feel floppy, especially on shorter scales. If you play the B hard or tune below standard, a heavier set holds pitch better.
03Nickel or stainless steel?
Nickel is warmer and gentler on frets. Stainless is brighter and more aggressive. These are nickel, which suits most rock, pop and R&B playing.
04How often should I change bass strings?
Depends on playing time and hand chemistry. Heavy players may go a few weeks; casual players get months. Change when they sound dull and stop intonating cleanly.
