Detail 01
High-carbon steel hex core
The core is shaped to keep the winding tight and support longer string life.
Product detailSKU #1500000470896
GibsonLong Scale Brite Wire Electric Bass Strings Light
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A light-gauge long-scale electric bass set built with a high-carbon steel hex core and nickel-plated steel windings. The hex core holds the winding securely, supporting longer string life through regular practice. Its construction is voiced for clear, full notes with strong output, useful when the bass needs to remain audible in a band or at home. Choose this light version from Gibson’s Brite Wire range when that gauge is your preference.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Long-scale electric bass maintenance when you prefer the light gauge option.
- Regular practice sessions requiring strings designed to retain freshness over extended playing.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Bassists looking for the medium or ultra-light gauge options in this string range.
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
Nickel-plated steel windings
They are intended to produce clear, full, loud notes.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that your bass uses long-scale strings.
- 02This SKU is the light-gauge version.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What type of bass are these for?
They are long-scale electric bass strings.
02What is the core shape?
Each string has a hex-shaped high-carbon steel core.
03What gauge version is this?
This is the light-gauge set.
