Detail 01
Nickel-plated steel
Bright and cutting, but slightly warmer and easier on frets than pure stainless. The common all-purpose bass roundwound choice.
Product detailSKU #1274115035480
ElixirNickel-Plated Steel 4-String Bass Strings with NANOWEB Coating, Long Scale, Light (.045-.100)
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Coated nickel-plated steel bass strings, long scale, .045-.100 light gauge. For 4-string players who want long life and a bright, familiar tone.
Strong match
Who this is for
- 34-inch scale 4-string basses, the standard for Precision and Jazz types
- Players who hate the dead-string feel after two weeks
- Fingerstyle and pick playing needing clear note definition
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Short or medium scale basses — these will be too long
- 5-string players; this set covers four strings only
- Anyone chasing dark, thumpy flatwound tone
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
NANOWEB coating
Thin coating keeps sweat and grime out of the windings. Also cuts finger squeak noticeably compared to uncoated roundwounds.
Detail 03
Long scale
Sized for 34-inch scale basses. Won't fit short-scale instruments, and through-body stringing can eat usable length.
Detail 04
Light .045-.100
Easier on the fretting hand and lower tension than a .105 set. Slightly less low-end punch and more give under a hard attack.
Detail 05
4-string set
Four strings, E to G. No low B, so 5-string players need a different set.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Four strings only — no winder, cloth, or spare included
- 02Verify your bass is 34-inch scale before ordering long scale
- 03Coming down from .105s, expect to reset intonation and check relief
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit my bass?
They fit standard 34-inch long-scale 4-string basses. Short-scale and medium-scale instruments need a different set, and 5-strings need a five-string set.
02How long do coated bass strings last?
Considerably longer than uncoated roundwounds. The coating blocks the sweat and skin oil that kill brightness, so a set often holds its tone for months.
03Do coated strings sound dull?
No. NANOWEB is thin enough that these stay bright. What you mainly notice is less finger squeak and a slightly smoother feel under the hand.
04Is .045-.100 too light?
It is lower tension than the common .045-.105 set. Easier to play, with a bit less low-end punch. Players in dropped tunings usually want heavier.
