Description
The EXL165-6 extends D’Addario’s popular hybrid bass concept to six-string setups. It pairs the top strings of the EXL170 set (.045 and .065) with the low strings from the EXL160 set (.085 and .105), then rounds things out with a .032 high C and a .135 low B. The result is a balanced tension curve that keeps the low end tight and thunderous while the highs stay comfortable and responsive.
- Round wound nickel-plated steel wrap for a bright, articulate voice with strong fundamentals
- Precision wound on D’Addario’s digitally controlled machinery for consistent intonation string to string
- Designed to fit long scale 6-string basses up to 36 1/4 inches in scale length
- Gauges: .032, .045, .065, .085, .105, .135 (wound)
- Manufactured in the U.S.A. under D’Addario’s strict quality standards
D’Addario has built its reputation as the go-to string maker for bassists across genres, and the XL Nickel line is central to that legacy. The nickel-plated wrap wire delivers a versatile tone that suits everything from funk slap to heavy low-B riffing, while the corrosion-resistant packaging keeps strings fresh until you’re ready to install them. Whether you’re restringing a workhorse 6-string or outfitting a new instrument, the EXL165-6 offers a proven, road-tested tension balance that many players consider the standard for extended-range bass.
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