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45-130 Regular Light 5-String, Long Scale, XL Half Rounds Bass Strings
45-130 Regular Light 5-String, Long Scale, XL Half Rounds Bass Strings
45-130 Regular Light 5-String, Long Scale, XL Half Rounds Bass Strings
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45-130

Regular Light 5-String Long Scale Bass Strings ENR71-5

Coined the “third type of string,” XL Half Rounds bass strings are an excellent medium between round wound and flat wound strings. Half Rounds have a smoother feel than round wound strings, but a fuller tone than strings that are flat wound. Made with a high carbon steel core and pure nickel wrap wire, they’re finished with a precision grinding process to provide a smooth feel and reduced finger noise, with tone that's comparable to round wound bass strings. Made for 5-string basses, 45-130 Regular Light gauge strings take our most popular bass gauge and add a low B-string.
 
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45-130

Coined the “third type of string,” XL Half Rounds bass strings are an excellent medium between round wound and flat wound strings. Half Rounds have a smoother feel than round wound strings, but a fuller tone than strings that are flat wound. Made with a high carbon steel core and pure nickel wrap wire, they’re finished with a precision grinding process to provide a smooth feel and reduced finger noise, with tone that's comparable to round wound bass strings. Made for 5-string basses, 45-130 Regular Light gauge strings take our most popular bass gauge and add a low B-string.
String Tension Chart
Item # Note Diameter Tension
NHR045 G 0.045 in 49.57 lbs
NHR065 D 0.065 48.87
NHR080 A 0.080 41.06
NHR100 E 0.100 38.69
NHR130 B 0.030 35.99

Product Features

  • Coating: Uncoated
  • Number Of Strings: 5
  • Scale Length: Long
  • Set Type: Sets
  • Wrap Material: Pure Nickel
  • Half Rounds bass strings are an innovative combination of round and flat wound strings, providing benefits of both.
  • Pure nickel wrap wire is finished with a centerless grinding process to provide a smooth feel, reduced finger noise, and tone comparable to round wound bass strings.
  • Like all D’Addario bass guitar strings, XL Half Rounds are made with our proprietary Hex-Core, ensuring perfect intonation, consistent feel, and reliable durability.
  • XL Half Rounds sets have a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
  • D’Addario bass strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility.

Why does the ball end side of the low B string for my bass have a taper?

Many 5-string bass players prefer a tapered end for the low B string. This allows the heavier gauge low B string to be positioned on the bridge more evenly with the other 4 strings. The taper can also improve the clarity of the fundamental tone, which improves intonation.

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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 X-Series strings! Our two X Series options each use a distinct method to extend lifespan, while preserving the tone and feel of uncoated strings.

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

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SMOOTH, HALF ROUNDS

D'Addario Half Rounds are round wound with Pure Nickel and then precision ground, leaving the outer surface smooth and "semi-flat." The result is a string with the tone and tension characteristics of round wound strings with a smoother feel, similar to flat wound strings.

SMOOTH, HALF ROUNDS

D'Addario Half Rounds are round wound with Pure Nickel and then precision ground, leaving the outer surface smooth and "semi-flat." The result is a string with the tone and tension characteristics of round wound strings with a smoother feel, similar to flat wound strings.

Ben Harper

XL HALF ROUNDS 12-52

"D'Addario has the best strings for every instrument I play."
Ben Harper
Ben Harper

XL HALF ROUNDS 12-52

"D'Addario has the best strings for every instrument I play."
Ben Harper

SIX SIDES OF STABILITY.

Hex Core
Hex Core

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 700,000 TIMES A DAY.

String Winding
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STRING WINDING TECHNOLOGY

String winding equipment is designed and built by D'Addario's engineering team, guaranteeing a production range of 500,000 to 700,000 strings per day. Digitally-controlled string winding machines ensure productivity, accuracy, and consistency.

 

SIX SIDES OF STABILITY.

Hex Core
Hex Core

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 700,000 TIMES A DAY.

String Winding
String Winding tech highlight

STRING WINDING TECHNOLOGY

String winding equipment is designed and built by D'Addario's engineering team, guaranteeing a production range of 500,000 to 700,000 strings per day. Digitally-controlled string winding machines ensure productivity, accuracy, and consistency.

 

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