Description
The EPS165-5 extends D’Addario’s popular hybrid ProSteels concept to 5-string bass. It pairs the top two strings from the EPS170 set (.045 and .065) with the bottom two from the EPS160 set (.085 and .105), then rounds out the low end with a dedicated .135 Low B string. The result is a gauge combination that balances snap and clarity on top with weight and definition down low.
ProSteels earn their name from a specialized steel alloy wrap that’s more magnetic and reflective than typical nickel-plated strings. That construction pushes harmonic content and top-end brilliance while keeping the low strings tight and focused, giving players the piano-like tone that steel-string devotees look for. Whether you’re fingerstyle or dig in with a pick, these strings respond with enough edge and output to stay audible in a dense mix.
- Hybrid 5-string set combining EPS170 highs and EPS160 lows for a fuller, more versatile feel
- Bright, magnetic ProSteels alloy for harmonically rich, penetrating tone
- Designed to fit long-scale basses with a string length up to 36 1/4 inches
- Manufactured entirely in the U.S.A. on precision digitally controlled equipment
- Gauges: .045, .065, .085, .105, .135 (all wound)
Backed by D’Addario’s reputation for consistency, this set is a solid pick for 5-string players who want extended low-B response without sacrificing the bite and clarity that made ProSteels a favorite in the first place.
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