Detail 01
.125 low B
A thick B string. More tension means less flop and clearer pitch on the lowest notes, where thinner B strings go vague.
Product detailSKU #1273887997711
DR StringsHi-Beams 6-String Bass Strings Medium .125 Low B
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Six-string bass set, medium gauge, .125 low B. For extended-range players who want the B string to stay tight and defined.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Six-string bass players tuned B-E-A-D-G-C
- Slap and fingerstyle players who want a bright, defined low B
- Anyone whose current B string feels loose or muddy
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Four- and five-string basses — you'd be paying for strings you can't use
- Players wanting a warm, thumpy flatwound sound
- Basses with narrow nut slots not cut for a .125
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
Six-string set
Covers the full B-through-C range in one purchase. Buying singles for a six-string usually costs more and takes longer.
Detail 03
Medium gauge
The middle ground. Enough tension for definition, not so much that the neck needs a major relief change from a light set.
Detail 04
Bass strings, ball end
Fits standard bass bridges. Check your bass takes ball-end rather than tapered or double-ball strings.
Detail 05
$38.99 per set
Six-string sets cost more than four-string sets — more strings, more metal, and a low B is expensive to make.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm the set length clears your bridge and reaches the tuner post on long-scale basses
- 02A .125 B may need the nut slot filed if you're stepping up
- 03Set only — no winder, cutters, or setup tools included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit my five-string bass?
This is a six-string set, so you'd have a leftover string. Workable, but a dedicated five-string set is the cheaper choice.
02Is a .125 B string too thick?
It's a common choice for six-string basses. Thicker means tighter and clearer down low. The tradeoff is a stiffer feel and possible nut slot work.
03Do these work on a 35-inch scale bass?
Check the winding length on the package against your bass. Extended-scale instruments need enough plain core to wrap the tuner post cleanly.
04Do I need a setup after installing these?
Check relief and intonation after they settle. Any gauge change shifts neck tension, and the B string affects it most on a six-string.
