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D'Addario XTB50105 XT Nickel Plated Steel Bass Guitar Strings - .050-.105 Medium Long Scale

.050-.0105 Medium Nickel Plated Bass Guitar Strings - 4-string Long Scale
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Achieve Better Tone and Tuning with XT Treated Bass Strings

D’Addario’s XT strings are among the longest-lasting bass strings we at Sweetwater have tested, thanks to their thin, durable coating. And we do mean thin — you won’t even know it’s there. XT bass strings employ D’Addario’s proprietary high-carbon steel core and fusion twist technology, ensuring that they play easier and stay in tune better, even under the heat of a live performance. XT bass strings boast nickel-plated windings with enhanced magnetic properties for increased output and enhanced dynamic range. Whether you play rock or soul, you’ll appreciate the clarity, warmth, and balance you get out of D’Addario’s XT bass guitar strings.

Thin, durable coating protects every string

XT bass strings feature D’Addario’s thinnest and most durable coating yet. This nearly imperceptible coating protects every string from corrosion while maintaining the natural feel and tone of their popular NYXL series. D’Addario is the only string company who draws wire, coats it, then winds it — other companies apply the coating after the strings are made. If you’re dissatisfied with most coated bass guitar strings, give D’Addario XT bass strings an audition. You’ll be impressed.

D’Addario XTB50105 Bass Guitar Strings Features:

  • 4-string set; .050, .070, .085, .105
  • Thin, durable coating protects every string
  • Balanced clarity and warmth
  • High-carbon steel core yields unrivaled strength and elasticity
  • Improved tuning stability compared to traditional bass strings
  • Manufactured in D’Addario’s New York factory
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Tech Specs

  • Guitar Type: Electric Bass
  • Number of Strings: 4
  • Coated: XT Coating
  • Gauges: .050, .070, .085, .105
  • Winding Type: Round Wound
  • Core Material: Hexagonal Steel
  • Winding Material: Nickel Plated Steel
  • Scale Length: Long, 36.875"
  • Manufacturer Part Number: XTB50105

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Rated 5/5

Great Strings

I love these strings. I have been using the NYXLs for years, but always found them a little too bright for what I needed. These are amazing. I can still get the funky sounds I need, but I also get a much warmer tone. I know it says they're coated, but I honestly cannot tell the difference in feel between these and the NYXLs.

As for the comments saying they die quickly, I thought they actually lasted quite a bit longer than the NYXLs. They might sound dead if you're used to a brighter toned string, but they kept a full sound for 4 gigs longer than other strings I've used.

Overall, if you're wanting a warmer tone definitely give these a try and big thanks to my man John Tonello for the recommendation.
Music background: 17 years professional experience
Rated 2/5

Was NOT impreassed

I was not impressed by these strings. at all. they were dull sounding to start with and only got worse. have gone back to Elixirs.
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