Detail 01
Short-scale cut
Winding length matches roughly 30-inch instruments. On a long-scale bass the silk or taper can sit over the nut or saddle.
Product detailSKU #1273887997683
DR StringsH-Beams Short-Scale 4-String Bass Strings Medium (45-105)
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Medium-gauge stainless-ish round-core bass strings cut for short-scale instruments. For 30-inch-scale bass owners who want strings that fit without trimming guesswork.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Short-scale basses where full-scale sets overhang the nut
- Players wanting standard medium tension on a 30-inch neck
- Replacing a worn set on a Mustang or Jaguar bass
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Standard 34-inch long-scale basses — the winds land wrong
- Five-string players; this is a four-string set only
- Anyone tuning below standard, where 45-105 goes slack
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
45-105 gauge
Standard medium set. Familiar tension and feel, no truss rod or nut slot changes when coming off another medium set.
Detail 03
Medium gauge on short scale
Short scale lowers string tension at the same gauge, so this feels slightly looser than 45-105 on a 34-inch bass.
Detail 04
4-string set
Covers E-A-D-G only. No B string, so five-string owners need a different set.
Detail 05
Round core construction
H-Beams use a round core rather than hex. Tends toward a more even, less brittle attack and holds tuning through bends.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your bass is short scale — measure nut to bridge saddle, around 30 inches
- 02Check whether your bridge is string-through-body; that adds length beyond scale
- 03One set only. No tools, winder, or cleaning cloth included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit my 34-inch bass?
No. These are cut for short-scale instruments. On a long-scale bass the tapered end can land on the tuning post or the nut, which causes tuning and breakage problems.
02What gauges are in the set?
45-65-85-105, running G to E. That is a standard medium set.
03Are these good for drop tuning?
Not really. 45-105 on a short scale is already lower tension than long scale, so dropping further gets floppy. Look at a heavier set.
04Do they work on a medium-scale 32-inch bass?
Often yes, but check the total winding length against your bass. Medium-scale instruments sit between the two cuts, so fit varies by bridge design.
