Detail 01
Medium gauge
Standard tension in E standard. No truss rod or nut work needed if you were already on mediums.
Product detailSKU #1273887997712
DR StringsSunbeams NMR-45 Medium 4-String Bass Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Medium-gauge nickel-plated round core strings for 4-string bass, standard 34" scale. A stock replacement set at a low per-set price.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players restringing a 4-string bass on standard scale
- Anyone wanting a middle-ground gauge with no setup changes
- Keeping spare sets on hand for gigs
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- 5-string or extended-range basses — this set has four strings only
- Players who want heavy-gauge tension for low tunings
- Anyone needing extra-long strings for a 35" scale neck
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
4-string set
One string per pitch, E-A-D-G. Nothing here covers a low B or high C.
Detail 03
Round core construction
Rounds feel slightly more flexible under the fingers than hex core and settle after a short break-in.
Detail 04
Bass-specific set
Bass string cores and windings are sized for long scale tension; guitar sets will not work.
Detail 05
$25.99
Mid-range for bass strings. Bass sets cost more than guitar sets because of the larger core wire.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check your bass takes standard 34" scale strings before ordering
- 02Strings only — no winder, cutters or cleaning cloth included
- 03New strings stretch. Plan on retuning several times the first session
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit a 5-string bass?
No. This is a 4-string set covering E, A, D and G. A 5-string bass needs a dedicated 5-string set with a low B.
02Do I need to adjust my bass after installing these?
If you were already using medium gauge, no. Coming from light or heavy gauge, expect a truss rod tweak and possible intonation adjustment.
03How many sets come in this package?
One set of four strings.
04Is medium gauge a good default?
Yes for standard tuning. It's the most common bass gauge and works with factory setups on most instruments.
