Detail 01
45–125 gauge range
The set runs from .045 to .125.
Product detailSKU #1500000426374
FoderaNickel Extra Short Scale 5 String Bass Set 45 - 125
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Fodera x DR’s 45–125 set is made for extra-short-scale five-string basses and is described as a lighter-gauge option. The handmade strings use a custom taper and proprietary alloy blend. Their described response combines warm low end, crisp high frequencies, and a quick attack, positioning the set for players who want that balance from an extra-short-scale five-string setup. The product is presented for rock-and-roll playing and for bassists working against a full-band mix.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Extra-short-scale five-string bass setups using a 45–125 string gauge range.
- Rock-and-roll bass parts where quick attack and full-band projection are desired.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Bass setups that are not extra short scale.
- Players looking for a string count other than five.
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
Custom taper
The strings use a custom taper.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that your bass is extra short scale.
- 02Confirm that your bass uses five strings.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What gauges are in this set?
The set is gauged .045 through .125.
02What scale length is it intended for?
It is an extra-short-scale five-string bass set.
03Are the strings handmade?
Yes. They are described as handmade.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- 125
