XL ProSteels are D’Addario’s super-bright bass guitar strings. Their unique, highly magnetic alloy creates a super-bright tone with a strong presence and sharp attack. Crafted with a high carbon steel core and stainless steel wrap wire, ProSteels interact better with magnetic pickups. You'll get harmonically rich, piercing highs and well - defined, tight lows. These 45 - 130 Regular Light gauge strings are designed for 5 - string basses, adding a low B - string to the most popular bass gauge. Features: Ideal for metal and all genres, and nickel - free. Made with D'Addario's proprietary Hex - Core for perfect intonation, consistent feel, and reliable durability. The stainless steel wrap wire enhances pickup interaction, delivering rich highs and tight lows. D’Addario bass guitar strings are proudly made in the USA at their New York production facility. Specifications: Uncoated, 5 strings, long scale length, stainless steel wrap material, and light gauges of .130, .100, .080, .065, .045.
Using these D'Addario bass guitar strings is straightforward. Just replace your old strings with these new ones on your 5 - string bass. When installing, make sure the strings are properly seated in the tuning pegs and the bridge. As for maintenance, keep your bass in a dry and clean environment to prevent rust on the strings. After each use, you can wipe the strings with a clean cloth to remove sweat and dirt. Avoid excessive bending or stretching of the strings during normal play to ensure their durability. And remember, these strings are nickel - free, so if you have a nickel allergy, they're a great choice.
