45-130
REGULAR LIGHT 5-STRING SUPER LONG SCALE BASS STRINGS
45-130
Regular Light 5-String Super Long Scale Bass Strings EPS170-5SL
XL ProSteels are D’Addario’s brightest bass guitar strings. The unique, highly magnetic alloy in ProSteels delivers super-bright tone with magnified presence and attack. Made with a high carbon steel core and stainless steel wrap wire, ProSteels produce enhanced interaction with magnetic pickups, offering a palette of harmonically rich, brilliantly penetrating highs, combined with pronounced, tight-and-tough lows. Made for 5-string basses, 45-130 Regular Light Super Long Scale strings provide players with an extremely versatile, super long scale option, in our most popular string gauge.
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Product Specs
- Coating: Uncoated
- Number Of Strings: 5
- Scale Length: Super Long
- Set Type: Sets
- Wrap Material: Stainless Steel
Product Features
- D’Addario’s brightest bass guitar string.
- Stainless steel wrap wire produces enhanced interaction with magnetic pickups, offering a palette of harmonically rich, brilliantly penetrating highs, combined with pronounced, tight-and-tough lows.
- Like all D’Addario electric bass strings, XL ProSteels are made with our proprietary Hex-Core, ensuring perfect intonation, consistent feel, and reliable durability.
- XL ProSteels sets have a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
- D’Addario bass guitar strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility.
String Tension Chart
| Item # | Note | Diameter | Tension |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSB045 | G2 | 0.045 in | 44.5 lbs |
| PSB065 | D2 | 0.065 | 50.3 |
| PSB080 | A1 | 0.080 | 41.6 |
| - | E1 | 0.100 | 35.9 |
| - | B0 | 0.130 | 33.4 |
Additional Resources
Why does the ball end side of the low B string for my bass have a taper?
Many 5-string bass players prefer a tapered end for the low B string. This allows the heavier gauge low B string to be positioned on the bridge more evenly with the other 4 strings. The taper can also improve the clarity of the fundamental tone, which improves intonation.
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How can I extend the life of my strings?
There are many factors that can affect the lifespan of your strings. Here are some tips to help extend the life of your strings:
1. Wipe down your strings after each use.
2. Try D'Addario X-Series strings! Our two X Series options each use a distinct method to extend lifespan, while preserving the tone of uncoated strings.
3. Try these maintenance and care products to prolong string life and performance.
BRIGHT & BRILLIANT TONE
D'Addario XL ProSteels utilize an exclusive corrosion-resistant steel alloy that delivers super-bright tone without shrill overtones. They offer a palette of harmonically rich, brilliantly penetrating highs combined with pronounced, tight-and-tough lows.
BRIGHT & BRILLIANT TONE
D'Addario XL ProSteels utilize an exclusive corrosion-resistant steel alloy that delivers super-bright tone without shrill overtones. They offer a palette of harmonically rich, brilliantly penetrating highs combined with pronounced, tight-and-tough lows.
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SIX SIDES OF STABILITY.
HEX CORE CONSTRUCTION
Precision drawn hexagonal core was pioneered by D'Addario. This innovation allows the wrap wire to grip the core for superior dimensional stability, enhanced durability, and precise intonation.
SIX SIDES OF STABILITY.
HEX CORE CONSTRUCTION
Precision drawn hexagonal core was pioneered by D'Addario. This innovation allows the wrap wire to grip the core for superior dimensional stability, enhanced durability, and precise intonation.
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