DAddario EXL170S Nickel Short Scale Bass Guitar Strings 45-100 Regular Light

DAddario EXL170S Nickel Short Scale Bass Guitar Strings 45-100 Regular Light

The DAddario EXL170S XL Nickel Short Scale Bass Guitar Strings (45-100, Regular Light) are industry-standard electric bass strings, trusted by bassists worldwide for reliable performance, bright tone, and smooth playability. Designed specifically for short-scale bass guitars, these strings deliver tight lows, clear fundamentals, and versatile tone across all musical styles, from jazz and funk to rock and blues.

Professional Tone & Smooth Playability

Crafted with a high-carbon steel Hex-Core and nickel-plated steel wrap wire, the EXL170S bass strings produce a bright, balanced sound with punchy lows and clear mids. Their round-wound construction ensures excellent articulation, consistent intonation, and smooth fingerboard feel, making them ideal for studio recording, live performance, and practice. The 45-100 Regular Light gauge offers the perfect balance of response and playability, allowing effortless fretting and dynamic expression.

Key Features

• Set Type: 4-string short-scale bass guitar strings
• Gauge: 45-100, Regular Light for easy playability and balanced tension
• Construction: Round-wound for bright, versatile tone
• Core Material: High-carbon steel Hex-Core for accurate intonation and consistent feel
• Wrap Material: Nickel-plated steel for tight lows and clear, rich tone
• Coating: Uncoated for natural feel and sound
• Scale Length: Short scale, perfect for 30"-32" basses
• Made in the USA: Crafted at D’Addario’s New York production facility
• Ideal for all genres, including jazz, rock, funk, blues, and studio work

Perfect For

The DAddario EXL170S XL Nickel Short Scale Bass Strings are perfect for bassists seeking professional-grade strings for short-scale instruments. Whether performing live, recording in the studio, or practicing at home, these strings offer consistent tone, smooth feel, and reliable durability, ensuring your bass always sounds tight, clear, and full-bodied.

Enhance your short-scale bass sound and performance with DAddario EXL170S XL Nickel Bass Strings trusted worldwide for precision, playability, and long-lasting professional tone.