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Flatwound
Flat ribbon outer wrap instead of round wire. Slick under the fingers, almost no squeak, thumpier and darker than roundwound.
Product detailSKU #1273888003807
Fender9050ML Stainless Steel Flatwound Long Scale Bass Strings - Medium Light
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Long-scale stainless flatwound bass strings with a smooth, low-friction surface and dark, thumpy tone. For players chasing vintage bass sound.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Motown, reggae, soul and country bass parts
- Fretless bass, where flats spare the fingerboard
- Players who dislike finger noise on recordings
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Slap, funk and modern rock needing bright zing
- Short-scale or 32" medium-scale basses
- Players who want strings that feel loose and bendy
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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Stainless steel
Brighter and harder than nickel, and more corrosion-resistant. Holds its top end longer than nickel flats.
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Medium light gauge
Lower tension than standard flats, which normally pull tight. Easier on the fretting hand and gentler on the neck.
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Long scale
Sized for 34" scale basses, which covers most Precision, Jazz and similar four-strings.
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Flats and fret wear
The smooth surface grinds frets far less than roundwound. One reason flats last for years, not weeks.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your bass is 34" scale before ordering; short-scale needs different strings
- 02Flats sound dull for the first days, then settle into their tone
- 03Check whether your bridge takes through-body stringing; that needs extra length
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will flatwounds fit my Precision bass?
Yes, if it's a standard 34" scale four-string, which almost all Precision basses are. Check your bridge routing if the strings pass through the body.
02How long do flatwound strings last?
Far longer than roundwound. Many players keep a set on for years, since flats mellow rather than go dead and the smooth wrap resists grime buildup.
03Are these good for slap bass?
No. Slap wants the bright, aggressive attack of roundwound. Flats sound muted and thumpy under a thumb pop.
04Do flatwounds feel stiffer than roundwound?
Usually yes, since flats run at higher tension. Medium light is the lower-tension option in the flatwound world, so this set feels closer to standard roundwound.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Medium Light
