Detail 01
.130 low B
Heavier than the common .125. More mass keeps the B tight and pitch-defined instead of loose and boomy.
Product detailSKU #1273887997888
DR StringsHi-Beams 6-String Bass Strings Medium .130 Low B (30-130)
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Six-string bass set, .030-.130, round core stainless. For extended-range players who want a tight low B and bright high C.
Strong match
Who this is for
- 6-string bass players covering chords and solo lines
- Extended-range players needing a defined low B
- Bassists who want flexible feel across a wide string spread
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- 4- and 5-string basses — wrong string count entirely
- Players wanting warm, dark, vintage tone
- Anyone whose nut is not already slotted for a .130
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
.030 high C
Thin top string for solo and chordal work. Bright and fast, but easier to break with a hard pick attack.
Detail 03
Round core
Lower tension and more flex at a given gauge than hex core. Helps a heavy .130 stay playable rather than stiff.
Detail 04
Stainless steel
Brighter and more cutting than nickel, holds its zing longer, and is harder on frets over the long run.
Detail 05
Roundwound
Ridged surface for growl and sustain. On a 6-string that top-end clarity helps chords stay separated.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01A .130 B may need the nut slot widened if you're stepping up from .125
- 02Six strings at higher tension usually calls for a truss rod and intonation check
- 03Round core: thread through the tuner before cutting to keep the wrap from unraveling
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will a .130 fit my nut slot?
Only if it was cut for that gauge. Coming from a .125 or .120 B, the slot likely needs a small widening by a tech, otherwise the string binds and goes out of tune.
02What tuning is this set for?
Standard 6-string bass tuning, B-E-A-D-G-C. The .130 handles the low B and the .030 covers the high C.
03How long do stainless strings stay bright?
Longer than nickel-plated. Stainless resists corrosion better and keeps its top end further into the life of the set, though sweat and playing hours still dull them.
04Are these long scale?
Check the winding length against your bass. Most 6-strings run 34" or 35" scale, and string-through-body bridges need extra length beyond the nut-to-bridge distance.
