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45-100 gauge
The most common bass gauge. Balanced tension — usually drops in without changing nut slots or truss rod.
Product detailSKU #1273887998553
Ernie Ball2834 Super Slinky Roundwound Bass Guitar Strings - (45-100)
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Standard-gauge roundwound bass strings in nickel-plated steel. A 45-100 set is the default for most 4-string basses, and one of the cheapest ways to make one sound new.
Strong match
Who this is for
- 4-string bass players who want bright, aggressive attack
- Players restringing on a budget or buying in bulk
- Rock, funk and slap styles that need string zing
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting warm, thumpy tone — get flatwounds instead
- 5-string basses; this set has four strings only
- Fretless basses, where roundwounds chew up the fingerboard
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.
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Roundwound
Wire wrapped in a ridged coil. Brighter and grittier than flats, with more finger and fret noise.
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Super Slinky in the bass line
Ernie Ball's lighter bass tension. Easier to bend and fret than a 50-105 medium set.
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100 on the E string
Standard E tension at standard pitch. Can feel loose if you tune down to D or lower.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One set of four strings — no extras, no spare G string
- 02Roundwounds wear frets faster than flatwounds over years of play
- 03Expect to retune several times over the first few days as they stretch
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit a short-scale bass?
They fit most standard 34-inch scale basses. On a short-scale bass the silk wrap or taper may land in the wrong spot, so check the string length against your bass before buying.
02Are these good for slap bass?
Yes. Roundwounds give the bright, snappy top end slap depends on. Flatwounds would sound dull for that style.
03How often should I change them?
Depends on how much you play and how acidic your hands are. Most players notice the brightness fading after a few weeks to a few months of regular playing.
04Can I use these on a 5-string?
Not on their own. This is a four-string set with no low B, so you would need to buy a B string separately.
