Detail 01
Flatwound
Smooth outer wrap. Almost no finger squeak, darker and rounder than roundwound, and far easier on fretboards.
Product detailSKU #1315669844259
La Bella760FHB2 Deep Talkin' Bass Flat Wound Light Strings for Hofner Beatke Bass - (39-96)
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A light-gauge flatwound bass set built to fit the Hofner Beatle bass. For players chasing that thumpy, dark short-scale tone.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Hofner violin/Beatle bass owners replacing a worn set
- Players who want smooth, low-squeak strings under the fingers
- Vintage thump on Motown, soul and early-rock lines
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Long-scale basses — the string length won't fit right
- Players wanting bright, aggressive modern slap tone
- Anyone who prefers the grip of roundwound texture
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
39-96 gauge
Light for a bass set. Less tension, softer feel, easier bends, but a looser attack if you dig in hard.
Detail 03
Cut for Hofner Beatle bass
Ball ends and string length are matched to that short-scale body. Not a general-purpose long-scale set.
Detail 04
Light gauge on a short scale
Short scale already drops tension. Pairing it with light gauge gives a very slinky, low-effort feel.
Detail 05
Deep Talkin' Bass series
La Bella's flatwound line. Expect a long break-in where the tone settles dark and stays there.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your bass takes this scale length before ordering — flats can't be trimmed freely
- 02Flats need a truss rod and intonation check after install; tension differs from roundwounds
- 03Strings only. No tools, winder or setup included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit a regular long-scale bass?
No. They're cut for the short-scale Hofner Beatle bass. On a long-scale instrument the wrap and length won't sit correctly at the nut and tuner.
02How long do flatwounds last?
Much longer than roundwounds. Flats hold their tone for years rather than weeks, since the smooth surface traps far less dirt and sweat.
03Are these hard on the fingers?
The opposite. The smooth surface and light 39-96 gauge make them one of the easier sets to play for long sessions.
04Do I need a setup after installing?
Check it. Switching gauge or from roundwound to flatwound changes neck tension, so relief and intonation usually need a small adjustment.
