Detail 01
Long scale
Cut for a 34-inch scale bass. Measure nut to bridge saddle before ordering; short scale needs a different set.
Product detailSKU #1273888005989
GHSBoomers Long Scale Plus Lite Bass Guitar Strings
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
GHS Boomers bass strings in long scale, light gauge. Roundwound nickel-plated steel with a bright, aggressive attack for standard 34-inch basses.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Long-scale 34-inch basses — Precision, Jazz, and similar
- Rock and funk where you want pick attack and finger noise up front
- Players who prefer lower tension for faster fretting
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Short-scale or extra-long 35-inch basses — the winding length won't line up
- Fretless basses; roundwounds chew into an unfinished fingerboard
- Players wanting a dark, thumpy, motown-style tone
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
Roundwound
Ridged outer wrap. Bright and growly with pronounced finger squeak, and more abrasive on frets than flatwounds.
Detail 03
Plus Lite gauge
Lighter tension than a standard set. Easier to fret and bend, with slightly less low-end weight and a floppier feel tuned down.
Detail 04
Four-string set
Covers E-A-D-G on a standard four-string bass. A five-string needs a set with a low B.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure your scale length first — long scale strings won't fit a short-scale bass
- 02Changing gauge shifts neck relief and intonation; plan on a setup
- 03Bass strings ship coiled and long; you'll need cutters to trim the tuner ends
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How do I know if I need long scale?
Measure from the nut to the bridge saddle. Around 34 inches is long scale, which covers most full-size basses. Around 30 inches is short scale and needs a different set.
02What does Plus Lite mean?
It's GHS's lighter tension tier for Boomers. Easier on the hands and quicker to fret than a standard set, with a bit less bottom-end heft.
03Will these work on a fretless?
They'll fit, but roundwound strings wear grooves into an unfinished fretless board over time. Flatwounds are the safer choice there.
04Do these fit a five-string bass?
No. This is a four-string set covering E, A, D and G. You'd need a five-string set that includes a low B.
