D’Addario XL Long Scale Bass Strings 45–105 are a go-to choice for bass players seeking versatility, clarity, and consistent performance. Designed for long scale electric bass guitars, this regular light top/medium bottom gauge set provides a balanced feel with a tight low end, articulate mids, and crisp highs.

Built with a high-carbon steel core and nickel-plated steel round wound wrap wire, XL bass strings are known for their bright tone, strong output, and smooth playing feel. The 45–105 gauge offers a comfortable balance between flexibility and tension, making it ideal for fingerstyle, pick playing, slap, and aggressive techniques alike.

Manufactured in the USA and packaged in corrosion-resistant packaging, D’Addario XL strings retain their tone and tuning stability longer. Whether you’re recording, gigging, or rehearsing, XL Nickel Bass Strings deliver the reliability and sound bassists have trusted for decades.

Key Features

• Long scale electric bass string set
• Regular light/medium gauge for balanced tension
• Nickel-plated steel round wound construction
• Bright tone with strong lows and clear highs
• Smooth feel for comfortable playability
• Excellent tuning stability and durability
• Corrosion-resistant packaging for longer string life
• Made in the USA

String Gauges

.045

.065

.085

.105