Detail 01
.130 gauge
On the thicker end for a low B. More tension and less floppiness at standard tuning, especially on shorter scales.
Product detailSKU #1273887997771
DR StringsHi-Beams Medium 5-String Bass .130 Low B String
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A single low B string for 5-string bass, .130 gauge, round-core stainless steel. Replacement for a broken or dead B on a Hi-Beam set.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a snapped low B without buying a full set
- Players already running DR Hi-Beams who kill the B first
- Keeping a spare B in the gig bag
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone needing a full 5-string set — this is one string
- 4-string players; there is no low B to replace
- Basses whose nut slot is cut narrower than .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
Hi-Beam construction
Round core rather than hex. Generally more flexible under the fingers and less stiff than a same-gauge hex-core string.
Detail 03
Stainless steel
Brighter and more cutting than nickel, with more fret wear over time. Noticeably grindy under a pick.
Detail 04
Medium gauge
Matches the .130 B found in DR's medium 5-string sets, so it sits evenly next to a medium E and A.
Detail 05
Single string, not a set
Your other four strings stay as they are. A fresh B next to worn strings will sound brighter than its neighbors.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check your bass takes .130 — some nuts and bridges are cut for .125
- 02Confirm your scale length; .130 feels slack under 34 inches
- 03Nothing else included — no full set, no winder
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this one string or a whole set?
One string — the low B only, .130 gauge. If you need all five, buy the full set instead.
02Will it fit a 34-inch scale bass?
Yes, standard 5-string basses are typically 34 or 35 inch scale. Check the winding length clears your bridge and tuner post before installing.
03Will it match my existing Hi-Beams?
Yes if your set is DR Hi-Beams medium. A new B will sound brighter than older strings until it settles in.
04Does it work through the body or top-load?
Depends on your bridge. Through-body routing uses more string length, so verify the winding does not reach the nut or saddle.
