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Long scale
Cut for roughly 34-inch scale basses. Too short for extra-long 35-inch necks, too long to sit right on a short-scale.
Product detailSKU #1274115044771
RotosoundRS66LH Bass Strings Long Scale
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Long-scale Rotosound bass set at a higher price point than the brand's entry sets. For players who want the RS66 sound on a standard 34-inch bass.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Standard 34-inch scale basses like a Precision or Jazz
- Players who want Rotosound's established bass string voicing
- Rigs where string-to-string consistency matters more than saving a few dollars
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Short-scale or medium-scale basses — wrong length
- Players restringing weekly on a tight budget
- Anyone wanting flatwound smoothness and thump
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.
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RS66 designation
Rotosound's long-running bass string family. The number identifies the specific set, not a gauge you choose.
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Around $40
Roughly double the brand's budget sets. You're paying for the specific RS66 construction rather than more strings.
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Matched full set
Tension is balanced across all strings so feel stays even from the low string to the high one.
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Rotosound build
Made by a specialist bass string maker. Consistency between sets is the practical benefit — the next set feels like this one.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure from nut to bridge saddle. Long scale means about 34 inches, not any four-string bass
- 02Some basses string through the body, which needs extra length — check yours
- 03Strings only. No winder, cutters, or setup tools included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What does long scale mean for bass strings?
It refers to the string's usable length, cut to suit a bass with roughly a 34-inch scale — the standard for most four-string electrics. Short-scale basses need shorter sets.
02Will these fit a string-through-body bass?
String-through routing adds several inches of path. Check the maker's stated winding length against your bass before ordering, since a set that's just long enough for a top-loader may fall short.
03Why are these more expensive than other Rotosound sets?
This is a different set in Rotosound's range, not a bigger one. The price reflects the specific construction of the RS66 line rather than quantity.
04How do I know if my bass is long scale?
Measure from the nut to the bridge saddle. About 34 inches is long scale — most standard four-string electrics. Around 30 inches is short scale.
