Description
If you’ve spent any time on a stage or in a studio, chances are you’ve already played EXL170s without even realizing it. These are the strings most working bassists reach for by default, and there’s a reason — they nail that classic nickel round wound sound: bright on top, thick in the low end, with the kind of clarity that keeps every note sitting right in the mix.
- Gauges: .045, .065, .080, .100 (wound)
- Nickel-plated steel wrap wire for a bright, punchy tone with strong output
- Built for long scale basses, up to 36 1/4″ scale length
- Precision wound on D’Addario’s computer-controlled machinery for tight intonation and consistent feel string to string
- Made in the U.S.A.
Feel-wise, EXL170 splits the difference nicely — not too stiff, not too floppy — so whether you’re locking in a pocket groove, slapping, or digging in with a pick, the response stays even across the neck. The clear fundamentals make them a solid pick for anyone who needs their bass to cut through live without sounding harsh.
They’re also just a smart, low-drama string to keep on hand. Reliable, familiar, and priced right for a fresh restring before a gig or a quick top-up for the stash. If your bass currently has whatever came stock on it, this is the upgrade most players make first.
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