Detail 01
Coated
A surface layer slows sweat and grime buildup, so the set holds its tone longer than an uncoated equivalent.
Product detailSKU #1313854588357
DR StringsBLACK BEAUTIES Black Coated 5-String Bass Strings Medium (45-130)
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Black-coated 5-string bass set, medium gauge, 45-130. For bassists who want longer string life and a dark visual match.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players who sweat through uncoated strings in a few gigs
- 5-string basses tuned standard B with a .130 low B
- Anyone matching strings to a black or dark-finish instrument
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who want maximum bright new-string zing from a fresh set
- Drop or low tunings needing a heavier low string than .130
- 4-string basses — this is a five-string 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
45-130 gauge
Standard medium spread. The .130 low B keeps tension usable at standard pitch rather than flopping.
Detail 03
Medium gauge
Middle-ground tension and feel. Not the loose bend of a light set, not the stiff pull of a heavy one.
Detail 04
Black finish on the string
Purely visual — the coating is tinted, so the strings read black against the fretboard.
Detail 05
5-string set
Five strings in the pack, not six. A 4-string bass leaves you with a spare.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check your bass takes a .130 low B through the nut slot and bridge
- 02Confirm your scale length is covered before restringing before a gig
- 03Coated strings can shed a little coating dust during break-in
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit a 5-string bass with standard tuning?
Yes. The 45-130 medium set is built for a standard-tuned five-string, with the .130 covering the low B.
02Do coated strings sound different?
The coating trades some of the bright edge of a fresh uncoated set for tone that lasts longer.
03Is the black just for looks?
Yes. The black is the coating's color and does not change how the strings play.
04Are these for a 4-string bass?
No. This is a five-string set, gauges 45 through 130.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
