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50-105

Medium Long Scale Bass Strings

$72.99

Tone

Bright Mellow

Product comes with code for 500 Points This item does not come with Points

Product Details

SKU: NYXL50105

As our premium uncoated bass string, NYXL bass strings provide higher break strength, enhanced tuning stability, and accentuated harmonics versus our standard bass strings. Using a NY Steel core and premium nickel-plated steel wrap wire, with a reengineered core-to-wrap ratio, NYXL bass guitar strings deliver extra versatility, familiar feel, and a boosted tone that’ll expand the scope of your low-end. This 50-105 Medium gauge set has a higher tension, affording increased low-end response and output.

Ideal For: All Genres

Made in the USA at our New York production facility.

Product Specs

Product Features

NYXL bass guitar strings are our premium uncoated bass string, delivering superior strength and tuning stability, plus enhanced tonal response, versus our standard bass strings.
The premium nickel-plated steel wrap wire used for NYXLs provides accentuated mid-range frequency response, so you get more presence and crunch to cut through the mix.
Thanks to the NY Steel core wire, NYXL bass guitar strings stay in tune better and offer greater break strength than our standard bass strings.
NYXL bass sets have a code on the recyclable, resealable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
NYXL bass guitar strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility.

String Tension Chart

Item #	Note	Tension
NYXLB050	G2	49.200 lbs
NYXLB070	D2	53.300 lbs
NYXLB085	A1	45.500 lbs
NYXLB105	E1	37.700 lbs

FAQs

How do I restring my guitar?

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How do I tune my guitar?

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How can I extend the life of my strings?

There are many factors that can affect the lifespan of your strings. Here are some tips to help extend the life of your strings:

1. Wipe down your strings after each use.

2. Try D'Addario XT or XS strings! Our two X Series options each use a distinct method to extend lifespan, while preserving the tone of uncoated strings.

3. Try these maintenance and care products to prolong string life and performance.

NYXL HD Extended Range Single

Custom NYXL Guitar String Sets

45-130

50-105

55-110

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I've been using your strings for years I am a professional bassist

I've been using your strings for years I am a professional bassist ...this is the first time I've ordered your strings directly from the company. Fast and easy...I was impressed and I will order from you again. Needless to say, I am a fan of your NYXL bass strings !

Great strings

Great strings, excellent price.

Commit To Your Craft

D’Addario NYXL strings will bend further, sing louder, and stay in tune better than any string you’ve played before. Envisioned, perfected, and manufactured by D’Addario in New York, this precision-engineered, break-resistant, high-carbon steel core and plain steel alloy delivers a whole new level of freedom, confidence, and power.

NYXL 40-95

"When I discovered the NYXL strings, I was hooked! They've got fantastic feel and tone for days. I don't have to change my strings before every show."
– Harmoni Kelley

Learn More

NY Strong.

NY Steel

NY Steel is processed in D'Addario's exclusive wire facility in Farmingdale, New York. Through advanced machinery and processes, our premium high carbon steel delivers unmatched tuning stability and superior break resistance.

NY Strong.

NY Steel

NY Steel is processed in D'Addario's exclusive wire facility in Farmingdale, New York. Through advanced machinery and processes, our premium high carbon steel delivers unmatched tuning stability and superior break resistance.

Six Sides Of Stability.

Hex Core Construction

Precision drawn hexagonal core was pioneered by D'Addario. This innovation allows the wrap wire to grip the core for superior dimensional stability, enhanced durability, and precise intonation.

Six Sides Of Stability.

Hex Core Construction

Precision drawn hexagonal core was pioneered by D'Addario. This innovation allows the wrap wire to grip the core for superior dimensional stability, enhanced durability, and precise intonation.

Wound To Perfection 800,000 Times A Day.

String Winding Technology

String winding equipment is designed and built by D'Addario's engineering team, guaranteeing a production range of 500,000 to 800,000 strings per day. Digitally-controlled string winding machines ensure productivity, accuracy, and consistency.

Wound To Perfection 800,000 Times A Day.

String Winding Technology

String winding equipment is designed and built by D'Addario's engineering team, guaranteeing a production range of 500,000 to 800,000 strings per day. Digitally-controlled string winding machines ensure productivity, accuracy, and consistency.

Exact Standards, Extraordinary Sounds.

Wire Drawing

D'Addario's in-house wire drawing machines produce musical instrument wire to our exact specifications. Control over materials, equipment, and quality allows us to deliver high performance products.

Exact Standards, Extraordinary Sounds.

Wire Drawing

D'Addario's in-house wire drawing machines produce musical instrument wire to our exact specifications. Control over materials, equipment, and quality allows us to deliver high performance products.