XS Nickel Bass strings combine a premium nickel-plated wrap wire with an ultra-thin coating for a smooth feel, maximum life, and punchy, balanced tone.

Designed for bassists who demand durability without sacrificing clarity or response.

Made for 5-string basses, this 45-130 Regular Light gauge set takes our most popular gauge and adds a low B-string.

Specifications

• Coating: XS
• Number Of Strings: 5
• Set Type: Sets
• Wrap Material: Reformulated Nickel-Plated Steel
• Construction: Round Wound
• Fretted Instrument Type: 5-String Bass
• Scale Length: Long

Product Features

• XS Nickel Bass strings combine a premium nickel-plated wrap wire with an ultra-thin coating for a smooth feel, extended life, and punchy, balanced tone.
• Premium reformulated nickel-plated steel wrap wire used for XS bass strings features re-engineered core-to-wrap ratios, for a more versatile string which still maintains a familiar feel, plus accentuated harmonics.
• NY High Carbon Steel cores allow XS bass guitar strings stay in tune better and offer greater break strength than standard bass strings.
• XS bass sets have a code on the recyclable, resealable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
• XS bass guitar strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility.