Detail 01
Roundwound
Textured winding gives brighter attack and more finger noise than flatwounds. More fret wear over time.
Product detailSKU #1274115037504
ThomastikEB346 Medium Light Power Bass Roundwound 6-String Bass Strings
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Roundwound 6-string bass set in medium light gauge from Thomastik. For players wanting a lower-tension, brighter set on an extended-range bass.
Strong match
Who this is for
- 6-string bass players who find standard sets stiff under the fingers
- Players who want roundwound brightness without high tension
- Anyone replacing a worn factory set on a 6-string
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- 4- and 5-string players — wrong string count
- Players chasing high tension for hard picking or low tunings
- Anyone on a tight budget; this is a premium-priced set
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
Medium light gauge
Lower tension than a standard set. Easier bends and lighter left-hand effort, slightly looser feel.
Detail 03
6-string set
Covers the low B and high C. Only fits basses built with six string slots and matching spacing.
Detail 04
Price around $162
Well above typical bass string cost. Expect to change them less often than budget sets.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm your bass is a 6-string; a 5-string set will not stretch to cover
- 02Check your bridge — some require through-body loading with longer string length
- 03Lighter tension may need truss rod and intonation adjustment after fitting
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these fit a 5-string bass?
No. This is a 6-string set. You would have a leftover string and gauges that do not match a 5-string layout.
02What does medium light gauge feel like?
Lower tension than a standard set. Easier on the fretting hand, more give under a pick, slightly less output from the thinner cores.
03Are roundwounds noisier than flatwounds?
Yes. The wound texture creates finger squeak when sliding. That is the trade for the brighter, more cutting tone.
04Do I need a setup after changing to these?
Check relief and intonation. Changing gauge or tension shifts neck bow and string height enough to matter on most basses.
