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DR Strings SMR5-45 Hi-Beam Short-scale Bass Guitar Strings - .045-.125 Medium 5-string

Q: What type of bass guitars are the DR Strings SMR5-45 Hi-Beam strings designed for?

Q: What kind of tone can I expect from DR Strings Hi-Beam stainless steel bass strings?

Q: How do these round wound stainless steel strings feel to play?

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Quality Short-scale Bass Strings from DR Strings!

Since 1989, DR has been committed to crafting hand made, superb-quality instrument strings. By blending the best of old-fashioned handmade craftsmanship with cutting edge materials or string coatings, DR continues to push the boundaries of the string-making process. That commitment to quality is what has brought countless top-flight bassists and guitarists to string-up with DRs - from U2's Adam Clayton to Phish's Trey Anastasio and everywhere outside and in between. Take it from the Sweetwater crew - for reliable tone - acoustic or electric - you can rely on the handcrafted strings from DR.

DR's Hi-Beam stainless-steel bass strings are round-wound and constructed upon a unique round core. These short-scale strings are noted for being highly flexible, musically bright, long lasting, and for having excellent string-to-string balance.

DR Hi-Beam 5-string Bass Strings Features at a Glance:
  • 5-string set for short-scale basses
  • Medium gauge
  • .045, .065, .085, .105, .125
  • Roundwound
For bright strings with a balanced tone, check out DR Hi-Beam bass strings!
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Tech Specs

  • Guitar Type: Electric Bass
  • Number of Strings: 5
  • Coated: No
  • Gauges: .045, .065, .085, .105, .125
  • Winding Type: Round Wound
  • Core Material: Round Steel
  • Winding Material: Stainless Steel
  • Scale Length: Short, 33" at taper
  • Manufacturer Part Number: SMR5-45

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Reviews

My Favorite Strings
I use these strings on my 32" Bantam 5 string bass. The tone is classic Hi Beam DR and a very important part of my sound. These are the only strings I use.
Music background: Hobbyist/Local Gigs: 20+ Years
Defective
My tech said the B string popped when he tried to string it. He said it wound all the way to the thicker part then it snapped which shouldn't have happened. 20 years at Epiphone he's never seen a bass string snap!