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D'Addario XT Nickel Plated 5-String Bass Guitar Strings
$36.99The XT 5-String Bass Nickel Plated Steel strings combine D'Addario's most popular electric bass guitar alloy with an extended lifespan treatment on every string in the set, preserving the natural tone and feel of un...h m s
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D'Addario NYXL Nickel Wound Bass Set Long Scale
$29.99D'Addario's NYXL electric bass string sets feature the innovative combination of NYXL nickel-plated wrap wire wound on our NY Steel core for expanded dynamic range and harmonic response. NYXL offers more flexibility...h m s
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D'Addario EXL170 Nickel Wound Electric Bass Guitar Strings Long Scale
$23.99D'Addario XL Electric Bass strings are world-renowned as The Player's Choice amongst bass players of all genres and styles. XL strings are wound with nickelplated steel, known for it's distinctive bright tone and ...h m s
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D'Addario ECB81-5 Chromes XL Flatwound 5-String Bass Guitar Strings
$62.99Known for their warm, mellow tone and smooth polished feel, the ECB81-5 are the 5-string version of D'Addario's best-selling Flatwound bass strings. With the addition of a .132 low B, Chromes deliver a deep, rich lo...4 Payments of $15.75
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D'Addario EXL170-6 XL Nickel Wound 6 String Bass Guitar Strings
$32.99D'Addario XL Nickel Electric Bass strings are world-renowned as The Player's Choice amongst bass players of all genres and styles. All XL strings are precision wound on our exclusive computer-controlled machine...h m s
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D'Addario ECB81 XL Chromes Flatwound Electric Bass Guitar Strings
$46.69 - $49.99ECB81, DAddario's best-selling Flatwound bass strings, are known for their warm, mellow tone and smooth polished feel. Chromes deliver a deep, rich low bottom end which makes them the flat wound choice of Jazz, R&B ...4 Payments of $12.50
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D'Addario EXL170S XL Nickel Wound Bass Guitar Strings
$21.99EXL170S is the short scale version of D'Addario's best-selling bass set. Offering the ideal combination of distinctive bright, booming tone and comfortable feel, it is the most versatile and universally appealing se...h m s
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D'Addario EXL160-5 XL Nickel Wound 5 String Bass Guitar Strings
$28.99EXL160-5 is the 5-string version of D’Addario’s top-selling heavy gauge bass string set. With the addition of the .135 gauge low B string, this set provides an ideal combination of strong overall fundamentals with ...h m s
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D'Addario EXL BT Balanced Tension Nickel Wound Electric Bass Strings
$21.99 - $23.99Comprised of mathematically optimized string gauge combinations, the DAddario XL Balanced Tension Nickel Wound Bass Strings provide oustanding control and playing comfort. Combined with the distinctive bright, boo...h m s
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D'Addario NYXL45130MS Regular Light Multiscale 5-String Fanned Fret Bass Strings
$31.29NYXL bass guitar strings thump harder, bend farther and sound thicker than any bass string you’ve played before. As our premium uncoated bass string, NYXL bass strings provide higher break strength, enhanced tuning ...h m s
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D'Addario NYXL45130 Nickel Wound 5-String Bass Strings
$34.99 - $54.95D'Addario's NYXL electric bass string sets feature the innovative combination of NYXL nickel-plated wrap wire wound on their NY Steel core for expanded dynamic range and harmonic response. NYXL45130 offers 5-string ...4 Payments of $13.74
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D'Addario EPS XL ProSteels Electric Bass Guitar Strings
$23.99EPS160 D’Addario’s top-selling heavy gauge ProSteels bass string set, delivering biting high end, punchy lows and super long life. Fits basses with a string scale length of up to 36 1/4 inches and a good choice f...h m s
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bass Guitars
Got questions about finding the right bass guitar? You’re not the only one. Here are some quick answers to help you get started and keep your groove tight.
Are acoustic bass guitars loud enough without an amp?
They’ll project more than an unplugged electric, but usually not enough for a band setting. Most players still plug their acoustic bass guitar into an amp for gigs.
How often should I change bass strings?
If you play a lot, every few months keeps your tone fresh. If you like a darker, more mellow sound, you can stretch it longer.
Do I need an amp to play a bass guitar at home?
Technically no, but without an amp you’ll barely hear the low end. Even a small practice amp will let your bass shine and make your practice sessions feel way more legit.
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