D'Addario XS Nickel Coated Bass Guitar Strings
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Get that fresh-string punch and clarity for longer with D'Addario XS Bass: smooth-feeling coated roundwounds that stay lively, resist gunk, and hold tuning like a champ. Choose your ideal set (45-100, 45-105, 45-130 5-string, and multiscale options) and lock in your tone today.
Add a set to your cart and keep your low end sounding its best. We love helping you make music.
Stay brighter longer: D'Addario XS Bass Strings
If you love the feel and snap of a fresh set but hate how fast "new string day" fades, XS Bass is built for you. These are premium nickel-plated roundwounds with an ultra-thin XS coating for a smooth feel and maximum life, without that "blanket over the tone" vibe.
Why players choose XS Bass
- Ultra-thin XS coating for a smooth feel and extended life.
- Reformulated nickel-plated steel wrap wire with re-engineered core-to-wrap ratios for a familiar feel and accentuated harmonics.
- NY high-carbon steel core for improved tuning stability and greater break strength.
- Balanced, punchy tone that stays consistent gig after gig.
- Made in the USA.
Pick your perfect gauge (we can help!)
XS Bass comes in several player-favorite sets. Choose the feel under your fingers and the tension under your right hand:
45-100 Regular Light (Long Scale) - XSB45100
The go-to "do everything" set: quick response, comfortable feel, and a great balance of thump and definition. Gauges: .045 .065 .080 .100
45-105 Regular Light Top / Medium Bottom (Long Scale) - XSB45105
Keep the familiar feel up top, but add a little more authority and stability on the low end. Great for players who dig in or tune down occasionally. Gauges: .045 .065 .085 .105
45-130 Regular Light 5-String (Long Scale) - XSB45130
The classic 5-string set that keeps the B string clear, punchy, and dependable. Gauges: .045 .065 .080 .100 .130
45-130 Regular Light 5-String (Super Long Scale) - XSB45130SL
Built for 35-inch (and other extended) scale basses where you want proper winding length and a solid, confident feel. Gauges: .045 .065 .080 .100 .130
45-130 Hybrid Light 5-String (Multiscale) - XSB45130MS
Designed for multiscale instruments: optimized feel across the fan so your high strings stay fast while the low strings stay tight. Gauges: .045 .055 .075 .100 .130
32-130 Hybrid Light 6-String (Multiscale) - XSB32130MS
For extended-range multiscale basses: a clear, singing top with a controlled, focused low B. Gauges: .032 .045 .055 .075 .100 .130
Not sure which set fits your bass or your playing style? Call or text Spotts Music Center at 814-371-5666 and we will get you dialed in.
Specifications
- String type: Roundwound electric bass strings
- Coating: XS
- Wrap material: Reformulated nickel-plated steel
- Core: NY high-carbon steel (hex core)
- Available sets and gauges:
- XSB45100 (Long Scale): .045 .065 .080 .100
- XSB45105 (Long Scale): .045 .065 .085 .105
- XSB45130 (Long Scale, 5-string): .045 .065 .080 .100 .130
- XSB45130SL (Super Long Scale, 5-string): .045 .065 .080 .100 .130
- XSB45130MS (Multiscale, 5-string): .045 .055 .075 .100 .130
- XSB32130MS (Multiscale, 6-string): .032 .045 .055 .075 .100 .130
- Made in: USA