Detail 01
LH-40 light gauge
Lightest common bass gauge. Easy to fret and bend, but low tension means less headroom before rattle.
Product detailSKU #1273887997869
DR StringsLo Rider LH-40 Lite Stainless Steel 4 String Bass Strings
1/3
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Stainless steel 4-string bass set in a .040 light gauge, built for left-handed basses. Low tension, bright attack.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Left-handed players who want stainless brightness
- Fast fingerstyle where light gauge reduces effort
- Players with lighter touch who fight heavier sets
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone downtuning — .040 goes floppy fast below standard
- Slap players who want stiff, snappy string resistance
- Right-handed basses, where the winding direction fights the setup
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
Lo Rider construction
Hex core. Stiffer and more focused than round core, with tighter tension feel at the same gauge.
Detail 03
Stainless steel
Bright and cutting with long sustain. Sharper attack than nickel, more fret wear over years.
Detail 04
Left handed
Wound and finished for a lefty bass. Puts the taper and silk in the right place for reversed stringing.
Detail 05
4-string set
Covers EADG standard. No low B, so 5-string players need a different set.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Light gauge often needs truss rod and action adjustment after switching from mediums
- 02One set of four strings. Nothing else included
- 03Hex core resists kinks, but still avoid sharp bends at the tuner post
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can a right-handed player use these?
They are made for left-handed basses. On a right-handed bass the taper and silk wrapping land in the wrong spots, which affects fit at the nut and bridge.
02Is .040 too light for standard tuning?
It works fine in standard EADG. It just feels slinkier under the fingers than a .045 set and has less resistance if you dig in hard.
03What is the difference between Lo Rider and Hi-Beam?
Lo Rider uses a hex core for a stiffer, tighter feel. Hi-Beam uses a round core for more flexibility. Same stainless brightness, different tension response.
04Will I need to adjust my bass after installing these?
If you are coming from a heavier gauge, expect to check relief and action. Lower tension pulls less on the neck, so the truss rod usually needs a small tweak.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPlayability
- Orientation
- Left handed
