Detail 01
6-string set
Covers low B through high C. The high C is the fragile one; a poorly cut nut slot or sharp saddle will break it first.
Product detailSKU #1274115036682
ThomastikIN366 Superalloy 6-String Bass Long Scale Strings
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Long-scale 6-string bass set from the Superalloy line. For extended-range players who need a matched set covering low B through high C.
Strong match
Who this is for
- 34" scale six-string basses needing a full matched set
- Players running low B and high C who want even tension
- Restringing an extended-range bass without mixing brands across strings
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- 4- or 5-string basses — you'd be paying for strings you won't use
- Short and medium scale instruments
- Players who change strings monthly on a budget
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
Long scale
Built for 34" basses. Six-string necks are often 35", so measure nut to saddle rather than assuming.
Detail 03
Superalloy
Thomastik's proprietary winding alloy, not standard nickel-plated steel. Response and feel differ from a generic roundwound.
Detail 04
Price around $130
Premium tier. On a six-string that's already expensive to restring, cost per string is roughly in line with the 5-string set.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Measure scale length first — many six-string basses ship at 35", not 34"
- 02The high C needs a properly sized nut slot or it binds and snaps
- 03Wider string spacing changes bridge setup; check intonation on all six after fitting
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this set fit my 35-inch six-string?
This is a long-scale set for 34" instruments. On 35" necks the B and E may not leave enough winding at the tuner. Measure before ordering.
02Can I use this set on a five-string?
You'd have a leftover string and possibly mismatched tension across the ones you use. The dedicated 5-string set is the cleaner choice.
03What order do the strings go in?
Standard six-string bass tuning runs B-E-A-D-G-C, low to high. Match each string to its slot by gauge before winding anything.
04Do six-string sets break more often?
The high C is the thin one and takes the most abuse from nut binding and sharp saddle edges. Smooth contact points reduce breakage.
