Detail 01
Five-string set
Includes a low B. Confirm your bass has five tuners and a nut slot cut for it.
Product detailSKU #1274115044727
RotosoundSM665 Swing Bass 5-String RoundwoundBass Strings
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Rotosound Swing Bass roundwound set for five-string basses. Bright, aggressive stainless-style tone with a low B included.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Five-string players who want cutting brightness, not warmth
- Rock, metal and slap where string clarity has to punch through
- Basses already set up for a low B
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players after vintage thump — flatwounds or nickel suit that better
- Anyone bothered by rough feel and finger squeak
- Four-string basses; the fifth string is wasted
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
Textured winding gives sharp treble and grind, with more finger noise and faster fret wear.
Detail 03
Swing Bass series
Rotosound's brightest, most aggressive voicing. Not a subtle string.
Detail 04
Low B string gauge
B tension depends on scale length. Short 34-inch scales can leave the B feeling loose.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Low B needs a wide nut slot — the string may not seat on some basses
- 02Expect a setup: five-string tension changes relief and intonation
- 0335-inch scale basses hold B tension better than 34-inch
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will the low B fit my nut?
Check the slot width. B strings are noticeably thicker than E, and some nuts need filing to seat one properly. A tech can widen it.
02Are these too bright?
Swing Bass is a bright, aggressive roundwound. If you want warm or vintage tone, choose flatwounds or a nickel set instead.
03Can I use these on a four-string?
You'd have a spare string and mismatched gauges. Buy the four-string set instead.
04Why does my low B feel floppy?
Usually scale length. A 34-inch bass gives the B less tension than a 35-inch. Higher action and a truss rod tweak help somewhat.
