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About Bass Strings
We bassists obsess about everything that affects our tone. It doesn’t take long on the road to low-end literacy before you realize that different types of strings impart interesting and unique characteristics to your sound — from the piano-like attack of a fresh set of rounds or the old-school thump of a set of flats.
Are you searching for a special set of strings to unlock new vibes from your favorite acoustic or electric bass? you've come to the right place. Sweetwater is proud to partner with industry leaders D’Addario, Ernie Ball, Stringjoy, La Bella, and many more to bring you the widest selection of bass strings under one roof.
Shop Bass Guitar Strings by Set
For electric basses, check out our packs for 4-, 5-, and 6-stringed instruments. Your options include top string gauges ranging from 0.23 to 0.90 and bottom string gauges from .078 to .135. You can also get these with or without protective coatings. All the scale length bases are covered from short to super long. We have a dizzying array of options for electric bass, but we also have top-quality strings for upright double bass that deliver superior sound and feel. We even have sets for Bajo Quinto and Bajo Sexto.
How String Winding Affects Tone and Feel
Take a look at our selection of winding styles for electric bass guitars. Of course, you've got your standard roundwound sets in all standard gauges. If you want to reduce finger noise while adding a smoother feel and a warmer tone, check out our flatwound strings. We also offer half-round winding, which is ground down for a smoother feel and sits between flat and round in terms of tone and touch. If you’re after a thumping feel with shortened decay, you owe it to yourself to check out a set of tape wounds. These guys get their signature sound from the nylon outer wrapping.
Bass String Materials Explored
As a bass player, the variety of string materials at your disposal is exhaustive. You can choose from all the popular standard choices, including nickel-plated steel, phosphor bronze, and iron/cobalt, as well as interesting options like Type 52. While it sounds mysterious, Type 52 strings are roundwound strings with a black polymer coating. They’re known for providing extra punch in the midrange and an extra long lifespan.
Stock Up On Your Favorite Bass Strings at Sweetwater
If you’re unsure which string sets are appropriate for your bass, give our knowledgeable Sales Engineers a call. They’ll help you find the bass guitar strings that best fit your needs. And don’t forget to check out our inSync articles, “Flatwound vs. Roundwound Bass Strings” and “When Should You Change Your Guitar and Bass Strings” for more info on bass guitar strings.
What are the most popular brands for Bass Guitar Strings on Sweetwater.com?
What are the most popular Bass Guitar Strings on Sweetwater.com?
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La Bella 760FS Deep Talkin' Bass Flatwound Bass Guitar Strings - .045-.105 Standard
5 out of 5 stars 82 reviews
$45.95 -
La Bella LTF-4A Low Tension Flexible Flats Bass Guitar Strings - .042-.100
4.5 out of 5 stars 51 reviews
$45.95 -
La Bella 760FS-S Deep Talkin' Bass Flatwound Bass Guitar Strings - .045-.105 Standard Short Scale
5 out of 5 stars 33 reviews
$45.95 -
La Bella 760FHB2 Deep Talkin' Beatle Bass Flatwound Bass Guitar Strings - .039-.096 Light
5 out of 5 stars 40 reviews
$45.95 -
La Bella 767-6F Deep Talkin' Bass Flatwound VI Strings - .026-.095
4.5 out of 5 stars 21 reviews
$62.99
Why shop Bass Guitar Strings at Sweetwater.com?
With a massive selection of Bass Guitar Strings, free shipping, a free 2-year warranty, 24/7 access to award-winning support - and more - Sweetwater gives you more than any other retailer! If you have any questions about Bass Guitar Strings, make sure to give your personal Sales Engineer a call at (800) 222-4700.
