D'Addario EXL170-5 XL Nickel Bass Strings (.045-.130 Light, 5-String Long Scale)

The D'Addario EXL170-5 XL Nickel Wound Bass String Set is the industry-standard choice for 5-string bassists seeking a classic, versatile, and bright tone in a comfortable Light gauge. As D'Addario's best-selling bass series, EXL strings utilize a nickel-plated steel winding over a high-carbon steel hex core, delivering a signature bright tone, excellent intonation, and superior magnetic output across the entire 5-string range.

Key Performance Features

XL Nickel Wound Construction: Features the classic nickel-plated steel winding, renowned for its distinctive bright, articulate tone and superb magnetic output, making it ideal for slap, fingerstyle, and pick playing across all musical genres.

5-String Light Gauge (.045-.130): This set is accurately gauged for 5-string basses (.045, .065, .080, .100, .130). This balanced Light set provides flexibility and speed on the upper strings while maintaining a tight, authoritative tension on the low B (.130), delivering a clear, focused bottom end.

Long Scale Optimization: Designed for standard Long Scale basses (up to 36 3/4 inches winding length), ensuring proper fit, intonation, and tension on the majority of 34-inch scale instruments.

Hex Core for Stability: Built on a proprietary high-carbon steel Hexagonal Core, these strings provide increased core-to-wrap adhesion, resulting in superior tuning stability, exceptional durability, and accurate intonation across the fretboard.

Tone and Versatility: The EXL series provides a crisp, clear top-end and a tight, focused low-end, making them highly versatile for rock, jazz, funk, and blues—the true standard for bass tone.

In the Box

The D'Addario EXL170-5 XL Nickel Bass String Set includes:

• 1x G String (.045)
• 1x D String (.065)
• 1x A String (.080)
• 1x E String (.100)
• 1x Low B String (.130)

Specifications

Rely on the global standard for bass strings. The EXL170-5 offers the perfect blend of classic tone, reliable performance, and balanced light tension across all five strings.

Upgrade to D'Addario EXL170-5 and get the brightness your 5-string bass deserves!