Detail 01
Nickel-plated steel wire
The set is voiced for a traditional warm nickel sound.
Product detailSKU #1500000314408
MarkbassUltimate Series Soft Touch Electric Bass Nickel Plated Steel Strings (40 - 100) Light
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Built for electric bass in a 40–100 light gauge, this Ultimate Series set uses nickel-plated steel wire wound by hand around hexagonal, high-carbon-content cores. Its stated softer feel makes the set a considered choice for players who want a lighter-gauge option without leaving behind a warm nickel voice. Markbass also describes the response as even from string to string, keeping the set focused on a balanced overall sound.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Electric bass players selecting a 40–100 light-gauge set with a softer stated feel.
- Players seeking the warm, traditional character associated with nickel-plated steel strings.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who need a medium 45–105 or 45–130 gauge 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
Hand-wound hexagonal high-carbon-content core
This is the core-and-wrap construction used for the strings.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that the 40–100 light gauge matches the range you want.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What gauge is this set?
It is a light 40–100 gauge set.
02What sound is it designed to deliver?
Markbass describes a warm, traditional nickel sound with balanced response between strings.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- 100) Light
2 detailsOther
- Light Gauge
- 40 - 100
- Medium Gauge
- 45 - 105
