Detail 01
Round core
More flexible than hex core at the same gauge. Looser feel, easier bends, a slightly more elastic response.
Product detailSKU #1273887997674
DR StringsHi-Beams Lite 4-String Bass Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Round-core nickel bass strings in light gauge. For 4-string players who want a flexible, easy-bending feel and a lively, bright attack.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Slap and pop players wanting maximum string zing
- Light-touch fingerstyle players who dislike stiff strings
- Anyone whose hands tire on medium or heavy gauges
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Down-tuned playing where light gauge goes slack
- Players who want tight, controlled tension under a hard attack
- 5-string and extended-range instruments
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
Light gauge
Lower tension overall. Easy on the hands, but less headroom before the string rattles under a heavy attack.
Detail 03
Nickel wrap
Warm mids with clear top end. Less harsh than stainless and gentler on frets.
Detail 04
Round wound
Textured surface, bright and cutting. This is the standard slap and rock bass string surface.
Detail 05
4-string set
Standard E-A-D-G only. No low B or high C.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Round-core strings need care at the tuning post; kink the wrap before cutting or they can unravel
- 02Coming off medium gauge, expect truss rod and intonation adjustment
- 03Single set, standard scale. No tools or spares included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Hi-Beams or Lo-Riders?
Hi-Beams use a round core: flexible, easier bending, looser feel. Lo-Riders use a hex core: stiffer, tighter, more tension. Pick by feel preference.
02Do these fit a 34" scale bass?
Yes, standard long scale. Confirm the winding clears the nut on 35" or through-body-strung basses before cutting anything.
03Why do round-core strings unravel when I cut them?
The wrap isn't locked to the core the way a hex core grips it. Bend a sharp kink at the cut point first, then trim.
04Are light gauge strings too thin for rock?
No. Lighter gauge means easier bending and a brighter attack. Heavy players may prefer more tension, but light gauge handles rock fine.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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