D&#39;Addario EPS165 ProSteels Bass, Custom Light, 45-105, Long Scale

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$27.99

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$28.00

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Elevate your bass playing experience with the D'Addario EPS165 ProSteels Bass strings, designed for those who crave a harmonious blend of crisp highs and profound lows. Ideal for the long-scale bass enthusiast, this custom light set combines the best of both worlds - agility in the trebles and steadfastness in the bass, ensuring your performance is nothing short of electrifying.

Key Features:

Gauge sizes: .045, .065, .085, .105, perfect for a balanced playability
Crafted with a hex-shaped high carbon steel core for unparalleled durability
Offers exceptional resistance to corrosion, ensuring a longer string life
Delivers an extremely bright attack, perfectly complemented by a deep, harmonic bass tone
Proudly made in the U.S.A, with eco-friendly, corrosion-resistant packaging

Product specs

Guitar Type	Electric Bass
Number of Strings	4
Coated	No
Gauges	.045, .065, .085, .105
Winding Type	Round Wound
Core Material	Hexagonal Steel
Winding Material	Stainless Steel
Scale Length	Long, 36.875"

FAQs

What is the tonal characteristic of D'Addario EPS165 ProSteels Bass Strings?: The D'Addario EPS165 ProSteels Bass Strings are known for their bright, punchy tone with enhanced clarity and harmonics, making them ideal for genres like rock, metal, and slap bass styles.
Are D'Addario EPS165 ProSteels suitable for long-scale bass guitars?: Yes, the D'Addario EPS165 ProSteels are designed for long-scale bass guitars with a scale length of up to 36.875 inches.
What is the gauge range for D'Addario EPS165 ProSteels Bass Strings?: The D'Addario EPS165 ProSteels Bass Strings have a light top/medium bottom gauge range of .045, .065, .085, and .105.
Are D'Addario EPS165 ProSteels Bass Strings coated?: No, the D'Addario EPS165 ProSteels Bass Strings are not coated, which contributes to their bright and crisp sound.
What is the winding type of D'Addario EPS165 ProSteels Bass Strings?: The D'Addario EPS165 ProSteels Bass Strings feature a round wound winding type, providing a lively, articulate sound.

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PROS

Provides a "gut-wrenching" sound that cuts through in live performances
Delivers a bright, zingy tone that lasts for weeks
Retains volume and sustain during long performances
Excellent for drop tunings, maintaining tension and intonation
Consistent quality and performance across different sets
Stiff but comfortable feel, suitable for aggressive playing styles
Offers a deep bass growl or pop for versatile play
Stays in tune well, even with frequent transport
Affordable price point for long-lasting quality
Perfectly suited for genres like hard rock and speed metal

CONS

Rougher feel than nickel strings, may require adjustment
Higher tension requires a harder stroke, may cause initial fatigue
Not as much midrange as some competitors, requiring more EQ adjustments
Might not be as bright as expected in certain setups

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about D'Addario EPS165 ProSteels Bass, Custom Light, 45-105, Long Scale.

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ProSteels are praised for rock and metal, offering punchy slap tones and warmth when tone knob is adjusted.
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ProSteels can sound tinny compared to XL nickel wounds, which are preferred for a less metallic tone.
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Owners note that ProSteels can be rough on frets, suggesting careful use to avoid damage.
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skylinerr

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over 5 years ago

sad times

it pains me to say it but these have now replaced rotos for me

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Bryan Beller

Bassist

Dethklok

Verified via Daddario

According to the D'Addario artist page, Bryan Beller uses D'Addario EPS165 ProSteels Bass, Custom Light, 45-105, Long Scale strings.

Pär Sundström

Bassist

Sabaton

Verified via Daddario

Pär is listed as a D'Addario Strings artist.

Ron Blair

Bassist

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers

Verified via BassPlayer.com

Mentioned by Blair in this January 2013 Bass Player interview.

Live, I’m using an Ampeg SVT Heritage from 2010, and on my Jazz Bass, D’Addario XL Pro Steels strings gauged from .045 to .105.

Becky Baldwin

Bassist

Mercyful Fate

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Becky Baldwin is confirmed to use D'Addario EPS165 ProSteels Bass, Custom Light, 45-105, Long Scale strings, as indicated on her artist page on the D'Addario website.

Steve Bailey

Bassist

Bass Extremes

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According to the D'Addario artist page, Steve Bailey uses D'Addario EPS165 ProSteels Bass, Custom Light, 45-105, Long Scale strings.

Genre Usage

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