Best Bass Strings Review - April 2024

DR Strings Bass Strings, Black Beauties BASS Black Coated Nickel Plated Bass Guitar Strings on Round Core

Since 1989, dry has been committed to crafting hand made, superb-quality instrument strings. By blending the best of old-fashioned handmade craftsmanship With cutting edge materials or string coatings, dry continues to push the boundaries of the string-making process. That commitment to quality is what has brought countless top-flight bassists and guitarists to string-up with DRs - from u2's Adam Clayton to phish's Trey Anastasia and everywhere outside and in between. For reliable tone - acoustic or electric - you can rely on the handcrafted strings from dry with the dry Extra-Life black beaut... [Read More]

• ASIN: B0009FC928
• UPC: 600781001144
• ASIN: B0009FC928
• Brand: DR Strings
• Size: 45-125
• Manufacturer: DR Music

D'Addario ENR71-5 Half Round 5-String Bass Guitar Strings, Regular Light, 45-130, Long Scale

D'Addario Half Round bass strings are wound with pure nickel, then precision ground, leaving the outer surface smooth and "semi-flat." They retain the flexibility and many of the tonal characteristics of round wound strings. Our Half Round heat-treating process increases the brightness of the strings.

• ASIN: B0009FC94Q
• UPC: 019954947217
• ASIN: B0009FC94Q
• Brand: D'Addario
• Manufacturer: D'Addario &Co. Inc

Fender 9050 Stainless Flatwound Bass Strings

Fender stainless steel flatwound 9050’s are anexcellent choice for jazz, country, r & b and reggae.the first electric basses were made by fender, andthose basses came with flatwound strings. today, manyplayers use stainless steel flatwound 9050’s to add adifferent character to their tonal palette. from smoky jazzclubs to r&b venues, from reggae parties to countrymusic halls, 9050’s have you covered.by the way, the stainless steel construction also givesyou longer life, and the flatwound construction reducesfinger noise.

• ASIN: B003ACL2CK
• UPC: 717669852917
• ASIN: B003ACL2CK
• Brand: Fender
• Size: 55-105
• Manufacturer: Fender Musical Instruments Corp.

D'Addario ETB92 Tapewound Bass Guitar Strings, Medium, 50-105, Long Scale

Bass strings with a vintage tone and a smooth feel. Designed to produce a deep, warm tone with smooth feel, D'Addario Tapewound Bass strings are wound using a flattened black nylon, which is polished to an ultra-smooth finish. These long-lasting, well-balanced strings are expertly engineered to provide optimal tension and are gauged to fit properly on standard bass saddles and nuts. Tapewounds may be used on fretted or fretless basses and are designed to deliver a vintage tone ranging from the "thump" of an upright bass to the focused depth of traditional flatwound strings.

• ASIN: B0046XSEA0
• UPC: 019954968182
• ASIN: B0046XSEA0
• Brand: D'Addario
• Manufacturer: D'Addario &Co. Inc

Ernie Ball 5-String Regular Slinky Nickel Wound Bass Set, .045 - .130

The world's #1 electric bass strings. For over 50 years, Ernie Ball Slinky electric guitar strings have been the favorite of musicians across the globe, Ernie Ball's signature recipe consists of specific gauges and core to wrap ratios for balanced rich harmonics and that signature Slinky feel. Using the finest and freshest raw materials every string is manufactured in the dry Southern California climate using state of the art winding technology and undergoing strict quality control standards. Nickel wound Slinky bass strings consist of nickel plated steel wrapped around a tin plated high carbo... [Read More]

• ASIN: B000P5ZQ54
• UPC: 749699128366
• ASIN: B000P5ZQ54
• Brand: Ernie Ball
• Size: 5-String
• Manufacturer: Ernie Ball Music Man

Elixir Strings 80/20 Bronze Acoustic 4-String Bass Strings w NANOWEB Coating, Long Scale, Light (.045-.100)

Elixir Nano bass acoustic light string. Scale length: 34 inch, g-1-diameter(inch)/tension(pounds): 0. 045/48, d-2-diameter(inch)/tension(pounds): 0. 065/56, a-3-diameter(inch)/tension(pounds): 0. 080/47, e-4-diameter(inch)/tension(pounds): 0. 100/ 40.

• ASIN: B0015UEBUO
• UPC: 733132145027
• ASIN: B0015UEBUO
• Brand: Elixir
• Size: Lt, Long Scale (.045-.100)
• Manufacturer: KMC Music Inc

Ernie Ball Flatwound 5-string Bass Set, .045 - .130

Flat chrome plated steel wire wrapped around a hex shaped tin plated steel wire. Provides a smooth feel and mellow sound. Gauges .045 .065 .080 .100 .130. Part number 2810.

• ASIN: B000B6IURS
• UPC: 749699128106
• ASIN: B000B6IURS
• Brand: Ernie Ball
• Size: Group V
• Manufacturer: Ernie Ball

DR Strings Bass Strings, Black Beauties - Extra-Life, Black-Coated

Since 1989, dry has been committed to crafting hand made, superb-quality instrument strings. By blending the best of old-fashioned handmade craftsmanship With cutting edge materials or string coatings, dry continues to push the boundaries of the string-making process. That commitment to quality is what has brought countless top-flight bassists and guitarists to string-up with DRs - from u2's Adam Clayton to phish's Trey Anastasia and everywhere outside and in between. For reliable tone - acoustic or electric - you can rely on the handcrafted strings from dry with the dry Extra-Life black beaut... [Read More]

• ASIN: B000EEJH9C
• UPC: 600781001137
• ASIN: B000EEJH9C
• Brand: DR Strings
• Size: 45-105
• Manufacturer: KMC Music Inc

Thomastik-Infeld Spirocore 3/4 Upright Double Bass String Set - Medium Gauge

Thomastik-Infeld Spirocore for Upright Double Bass are a flexible spiral steel core string that provide a quick response, consistent performance, with gut-like tonal power. These strings have great sustain and a big sound good for many styles, but remain a jazz favorite. You'll also find them on lots of general use basses, for bluegrass, blues, and other styles where that big sound and sustain are prized. These Bass strings are one of the most popular and versatile sets on the market today. Spirocores are equally suited to arco and pizzicato playing, providing exceptionally strong, rich tonal ... [Read More]

• ASIN: B004U4CZ2S
• ASIN: B004U4CZ2S
• Brand: Thomastik
• Manufacturer: Thomastik

D'Addario ECB82 Chromes Bass Guitar Strings, Medium, 50-105, Long Scale

D'Addario Chromes Flatwound Bass strings are famed for their smooth feel and warm, mellow tone. The strings are wound using an outer flattened, "ribbon" wire which is then polished to a smooth finish. Chromes deliver a deep, rich low end tone that's ideal for jazz and R&B, but also has applications in contemporary pop music.

• ASIN: B000EEJ7Q0
• UPC: 333335566614
• ASIN: B000EEJ7Q0
• Brand: D'Addario
• Manufacturer: D'Addario &Co. Inc

D'Addario Helicore Hybrid Bass String Set, 3/4 Scale, Medium Tension

Scaled to fit 3/4 size bass with a playing length of 41 3/4 inches (1060mm), these medium tension strings are optimized for a majority of players.

• ASIN: B0002Q0V3S
• UPC: 019954273057
• ASIN: B0002Q0V3S
• Brand: D'Addario
• Size: Full Set
• Manufacturer: D'Addario &Co. Inc

Rotosound SM665 Swing Bass 66 Stainless Steel 5 String Bass Guitar Strings (40 60 80 100 125)

The most popular Roundwound bass string ever. Rotosound was the first string company to produce this kind of string. Introduced in 1962 it changed the sound of the instrument instantly. The favourite string of many players including Billy Sheehan, John Paul Jones and Geddy Lee. Available in all popular gauges and scale lengths. The steel used to produce these strings is unique, combined with a highly secretive manufacturing process.

• ASIN: B0002GO1NY
• UPC: 686194000172
• ASIN: B0002GO1NY
• Brand: ROTOSOUND
• Manufacturer: RotoSound

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• ASIN: B071GVQT5N
• ASIN: B071GVQT5N

Ibanez 5 String Bass Guitar, Right, Deep Violet Metallic (GSR205DVM)

An affordable lightweight 4-string perfect for a new player or a working musician with Phat II active powerful bass boost. For more than 30 years, Ibanez Sound gear series have given bass players a modern alternative. With its continued popularity, Ibanez is constantly endeavoring to answer the wider needs of a variety of players, at a variety of budgets. But no matter what the specs, the heart is the same-SR continues to excite with its smooth, fast neck, lightweight body, and perfectly matched electronics. A sleek, comfortable, GSR5 Maple neck-widely recognized as the industry standard for p... [Read More]

• ASIN: B01HS8B7JO
• ASIN: B01HS8B7JO
• Brand: Ibanez
• Manufacturer: Hoshino USA

La Bella 0760M Original 1954 Flat Wound Stainless Steel 52-110, Perfectly Balanced Sets, Heavy Tension - Perfect for Professional Bass Players

La Bella 0760M Original 1954 Flat Wound Stainless Steel 52-110 👉The 0760M Original 1954 Flat Wound Stainless Steel are the fullest and deepest sounding bass strings ever made. These heavy tension strings have been the choice of professional bass players in the 1960s. Special Design 👉The 0760M Deep Talkin’ Bass, 1954 Style is a perfectly balanced set that is made of Stainless Steel Flat Wound; constructed with thick cores to produce full, deep, vintage tone.Extremely reliable, they are responsive and can sustain the needs of today's guitarists. 0760M Original 1954 Flat Wound S... [Read More]

• ASIN: B001L8NIJK
• UPC: 656295008865
• ASIN: B001L8NIJK
• Brand: La Bella
• Manufacturer: LaBella

Personnel: Marilyn Manson (vocals, guitar, saxophone, Mellotron, synthesizer, bass, drums, loops); John (guitar, strings, piano); Tim Skold (guitar, accordion, keyboards, synthesizer, bass, programming); MW Gacy (keyboards, synthesizer, loops); Ginger Fish (drums).Producers: Marilyn Manson, Tim Skold, Ben Grosse.Recorded at Doppelherz, The Mix Room, Burbank, California and Ocean Way Studios, Los Angeles, California."Mobscene" was nominated for the 2004 Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance.Marilyn Manson proudly wears his musical influences on his band's fifth studio album, where the perpetually androgynous singer and company continue their crusade of industrial rock outrage, making nods to forerunners while never losing that which is quintessentially Manson. "mOBSCENE," reeks of ANGEL DUST-era Faith No More. "Para Noir" offers a romantic agenda in grand Manson style, with little chance for radio edit status. "Better Of Two Evils" and "Your Fist And Not Your Mouth" rally with undeniable choruses while "This Is The New Shit" nails a Korn-inflected groove. The set's down-tempo title track is built around a haunting piano line, and "(s)AINT" deftly captures the Powerman 5000 style. The album track most likely to get extensive re-mixing is the incredibly catchy "Ka-boom Ka-boom." THE GOLDEN AGE OF GROTESQUE drops yet another bomb on convention, and Marilyn Manson clearly planned it that way.

THE GOLDEN AGE OF GROTESQUE [CLEAN]

• UPC: 3481535
• Rating: 5.0

Personnel: John McCutcheon (vocals, 6 & 12-string acoustic & electric guitars, banjo, hammered dulcimer, fiddle); Mike Cotter, Mary Ann Redmond, Demetra Katson); Pete Kennedy (acoustic & electric guitars, banjo, mandolin); Bob Read (clarinet, soprano saxophone, saxophone); Jon Carroll (accordion, piano, background vocals); John D'earth (trumpet); Doug Elliott (trombone); Michael Aharon (piano, electric piano, organ, synthesizer); JT Brown (bass, background vocals); Robert "Jos" Jospe (drums, percussion); Kevin Davis (congas, percussion); Bob Dawson (percussion).Recorded at Bias Studios, Springfield, Virginia.All tracks have been digitally mastered using HDCD technology.JOHN MCCUTCHEON'S FOUR SEASONS: AUTUMNSONGS was nominated for a 1999 Grammy for Best Musical Album For Children.Nothing's what you expect it to be on AUTUMNSONGS. McCutcheon is known as a first rate folk guitarist, but he underplays both his guitar skills and his folkie side in favor of full band arrangements featuring lots of electric instruments. This is ostensibly a children's album, but if you weren't listening intently to the skew of the lyrics, you'd just think it was a straight-up contemporary singer-songwriter effort. This recording continues McCutcheon's seasonal series, and it does contain songs about Halloween, Thanksgiving and such, but it seems to venture far beyond the theme. AUTUMNSONGS is ultimately a family album rather than just a kids' recording.

FOUR SEASONS: AUTUMNSONGS

• UPC: 3440779