Detail 01
Nickel-plated steel
Brighter and more cutting than pure nickel, warmer and less abrasive than stainless steel. The common middle ground.
Product detailSKU #1273888004115
Fender7250L Super Bass Nickel-Plated Steel Long Scale Bass Strings - Light
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Nickel-plated steel roundwound bass strings in light gauge, long scale. Standard replacement set for a 34-inch scale 4-string bass.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players who want lower tension and easier fretting
- 34-inch scale basses with strings through body or bridge
- Bassists who bend or play fast lines
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Short or medium scale basses — the winding will land wrong
- Players wanting flatwound smoothness or reduced finger noise
- Anyone tuning down heavily and needing thicker cores
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
Light gauge
Less tension under the fingers. Easier bends and faster playing, at the cost of some low-end thickness and attack.
Detail 03
Long scale
Cut for a 34-inch scale bass. Silk or taper placement assumes that length; shorter basses may have winding over the nut.
Detail 04
Roundwound construction
Ridged outer wrap gives growl and finger noise. Wears frets faster than flatwounds over years of play.
Detail 05
4-string set
Covers E-A-D-G. A 5-string bass needs a separate low B.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure nut to bridge saddle — 34 inches means long scale
- 02String through body may need extra length past the bridge
- 03New strings stretch; expect retuning over the first hours
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit my 35-inch scale bass?
Often yes, but check that the wrap and taper clear the nut and reach the tuners. Some 35-inch basses need extra-long strings instead.
02What is light gauge for a bass?
Thinner than standard. Lower tension, easier to fret and bend, slightly less low-end weight and volume than a medium set.
03Do I need to change my setup after installing these?
If you switch from a heavier gauge, tension drops and the neck relief shifts. Expect to check truss rod, action and intonation.
04Nickel-plated or stainless steel?
Nickel-plated is warmer and gentler on frets and fingers. Stainless is brighter and more aggressive with more finger noise.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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