Introducing the D'Addario XTB45130 XT Nickel Plated Steel Bass Guitar Strings, a perfect blend of durability, superior tone, and innovative design. These strings are set to redefine your musical experience, offering unprecedented longevity without compromising the natural feel and tone of uncoated strings.

The D'Addario XTB45130 XT Bass Guitar Strings bring the best of D'Addario's popular electric bass guitar alloy, topped with an advanced corrosion resistance treatment on each string. This ensures that your strings maintain their pristine tone for a longer period while still providing the familiar feel of uncoated strings.

The XTB45130 strings are crafted using D’Addario’s proprietary high-carbon steel core and fusion twist technology, providing exceptional strength and elasticity. This technology also grants improved tuning stability, ensuring your strings stay in tune even under the pressures of live performance.

These strings are coated with D’Addario’s thinnest and most durable coating yet, a nearly imperceptible layer that protects every string from corrosion while maintaining the natural feel and tone of their popular NYXL series. Whether you're a rock enthusiast or a soul music lover, you'll appreciate the clarity, warmth, and balance that these strings bring to your music.

Key Features:

• 5-string set with gauges: .045, .065, .080, .100, .130
• Thin, durable coating protects every string
• High-carbon steel core yields unrivaled strength and elasticity
• Improved tuning stability compared to traditional bass strings
• Balanced clarity and warmth
• Manufactured in D’Addario’s New York factory
• Roundwound for a smooth feel and a warm, punchy tone
• Suitable for long scale basses (34"+) with a taper at 36 - 7/8"
• Strings last at least 4 times longer than traditional uncoated strings.
• Inner packaging features a resealable zip closure for ease of opening and storage of unused strings.

Product specs

FAQs

What are the benefits of the XT coating on D'Addario XTB45130 bass strings?

The XT coating on D'Addario XTB45130 bass strings provides extended string life by protecting against corrosion while maintaining a natural feel and tone. This ensures the strings retain their brightness and playability over time.

Are D'Addario XTB45130 strings suitable for all 5-string bass guitars?

These strings are designed for long-scale bass guitars with a scale length of up to 36.875 inches. Ensure your bass is compatible with this scale length for optimal performance.

What kind of tone can I expect from D'Addario XTB45130 nickel plated steel strings?

D'Addario XTB45130 strings offer a bright and punchy tone with enhanced sustain, making them suitable for a wide range of musical styles, from rock to jazz.

How do the gauges of D'Addario XTB45130 strings affect playability?

With gauges ranging from .045 to .130, these strings provide a balanced tension ideal for regular light play on a 5-string bass, offering both comfort and precision in performance.

What is the winding type of D'Addario XTB45130 bass strings, and how does it impact sound?

These strings are round wound, which contributes to their bright and articulate sound, making them a popular choice for players seeking clarity and definition in their bass tone.