Detail 01
Medium scale
Sized for about a 32-inch scale. The silk wrap and taper land in the wrong spot on a long-scale bass.
Product detailSKU #1274115044774
RotosoundRS66M Medium Scale Bass Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Medium-scale bass string set from Rotosound at a low price. For basses with roughly a 32-inch scale, not standard long-scale instruments.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Short-run basses built around a 32-inch scale length
- Players restringing a medium-scale bass without paying boutique prices
- Keeping a spare set in the case for gigs
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Standard 34-inch long-scale basses — the winding runs out short
- Players wanting a broken-in, thumpy flatwound feel
- Five-string basses needing a matched low B
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 construction
Ridged surface under the fingers. Brighter and grippier than a flat, with more finger and fret noise.
Detail 03
Medium gauge
Middle-of-the-road tension. Stiffer than a light set for slap, easier on the hands than heavies.
Detail 04
Four-string set
Covers E-A-D-G. Nothing here for a five- or six-string instrument.
Detail 05
Price under thirty dollars
Cheap enough to change strings on schedule rather than stretching a dying set for months.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure nut to bridge saddle first — medium scale is roughly 32 inches
- 02Roundwounds wear frets faster than flats over years of play
- 03Expect to retune repeatedly for the first day while they stretch
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit my Fender Precision or Jazz bass?
No. Those are long-scale, about 34 inches. A medium-scale set will not have enough winding past the nut. Buy the long-scale version instead.
02How do I know if my bass is medium scale?
Measure from the nut to the bridge saddle. Around 32 inches is medium scale, 34 inches is long scale, 30 inches is short scale.
03Can I cut long-scale strings down to fit?
Not cleanly. Cutting past the silk winding exposes the core and the string can unravel at the tuner post.
04How often should I change them?
Depends on how much you play and how acidic your hands are. Most players notice roundwounds go dull somewhere between one and three months.
