Detail 01
Short scale
The silk and taper are positioned for roughly a 30-inch scale. On a long-scale bass the winding lands on the nut.
Product detailSKU #1273888003845
Fender5250XL Nickel-Plated Steel Short Scale Bass Strings - Extra Light
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Extra-light nickel-plated steel bass strings cut for short-scale instruments. For Mustang, Bronco and similar 30-inch-scale basses.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Short-scale basses where standard-length strings won't intonate
- Players who want minimal tension and easy fretting
- Guitarists moving to bass who find standard sets stiff
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- 34-inch long-scale basses — the winding length is wrong
- Players who slap or dig in hard and need tension
- Anyone chasing deep, thick low end
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
Extra light gauge
Lowest tension option. Very easy to fret and bend, but floppier feel and more susceptible to buzz.
Detail 03
Nickel-plated steel
Middle ground for brightness — more bite than pure nickel, less abrasive than stainless on frets.
Detail 04
Four-string set
Covers E-A-D-G. Five-string players need a separate low B.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure nut to bridge saddle — short scale is roughly 30 inches
- 02Extra light tension may need truss rod and action adjustment
- 03Check whether your bass is top-load or string-through; that changes usable length
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit a 32-inch medium scale bass?
Probably not. Short-scale sets are cut for around 30 inches, so the taper may end up over the nut on a medium-scale neck.
02Are these good for a Squier Bronco?
Yes. The Bronco is a short-scale bass, which is what this set is dimensioned for.
03How do extra light compare to light?
Lower tension and thinner core. Easier on the hands, but less output and more prone to fret buzz with low action.
04Can I use these on a Mustang PJ?
If it's the short-scale version, yes. Confirm the scale length first, since some Mustang models are built long-scale.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Extra Light
