Description
The EXL170-5SL brings D’Addario’s most trusted bass string formula to 5-string players on super long scale instruments. Built on the foundation of the brand’s best-selling XL Nickel Wound set, this pack adds a .130 low B to extend range without sacrificing the punch and clarity that made the original a favorite across genres.
- String gauges: .045, .065, .080, .100, .130 (wound)
- Nickel-plated steel wrap wire for bright, articulate tone with strong magnetic output
- Precision wound on digitally controlled machinery for tight intonation and consistent feel string to string
- Designed for super long scale 5-string basses, accommodating scale lengths up to 38 inches
- Manufactured in the U.S.A. with corrosion-resistant packaging
Whether you’re locking into a groove or soloing up the neck, this set delivers the clear fundamentals and even response D’Addario is known for. It’s a dependable, all-purpose choice for players who want their 5-string to sound as good in the low register as it does on top.
Grab an extra set for your gig bag — at String Central, these also make a great stocking stuffer for the bass player in your life.
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