Prelude bass strings are multi-stranded steel core strings that produce a warm tone quality with
good bow response. The special core design and reduced tension creates strings that are very easy to
play, especially for younger, developing players. Ideal for use in educational environments, Prelude
bass strings maintain a clear, warm sound that blends well across the ensemble.
Model
Description
Size
Tension
Price
Item #47-J610
Prelude Bass String SET
$150.50
Item #47-J611
G String
$30.75
Item #47-J612
D String
$39.95
Item #47-J613
A String
$40.95
Item #47-J614
E String
$46.75
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D'Addario Helicore Orchestral Bass Strings
Helicore Orchestral bass strings are multi-stranded steel core strings that produce a warm tone
quality with excellent bow response. The core design makes for strings that are very easy to play
under the left hand. Damping is optimized for arco use, but they also work well for pizzicato
applications where a very warm, less-sustaining sound is desired.
Model
Description
Size
Tension
Price
Item #47-H610
Helicore Orchestral Bass String SET
$272.75
Item #47-H611
G String
$56.00
Item #47-H612
D String
$62.75
Item #47-H613
A String
$71.50
Item #47-H614
E String
$83.50
Item #47-H615
C (Extended E) String
$94.25
Item #47-H616
Low B String
$98.75
Item #47-H610
Helicore Orchestral Bass String SET
$246.50
Item #47-H611
G String
$47.50
Item #47-H612
D String
$54.50
Item #47-H613
A String
$69.50
Item #47-H614
E String
$80.25
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D'Addario Helicore Hybrid Bass Strings
Helicore Hybrid bass strings are multi-stranded steel core strings that produce a moderately warm tone
quality. The core design makes for strings that are very easy to play under the left hand. Damping is
optimized to create a good balance between pizzicato sustain and bow response, allowing for good
performance across many playing styles, from symphonic to jazz or bluegrass.
Model
Description
Size
Tension
Price
Item #47-HH610
Helicore Hybrid Bass String SET
$272.75
Item #47-HH611
G String
$56.00
Item #47-HH612
D String
$62.75
Item #47-HH613
A String
$71.50
Item #47-HH614
E String
$83.50
Item #47-HH615
C (Extended E) String
$94.25
Item #47-HH616
Low B String
$98.75
Item #47-HH610
Helicore Hybrid Bass String SET
$246.50
Item #47-HH611
G String
$47.50
Item #47-HH612
D String
$54.50
Item #47-HH613
A String
$69.50
Item #47-HH614
E String
$80.25
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D'Addario Helicore Pizzicato Bass Strings
Helicore Pizzicato bass strings are multi-stranded steel core strings that produce a brighter tone
quality than the rest of the Helicore bass line. The core design makes for strings that are very
easy to play under the left hand. Damping is reduced to create maximum sustain and "growl."
Model
Description
Size
Tension
Price
Item #47-HP610
Helicore Pizzicato Bass String SET
$272.75
Item #47-HP611
G String
$56.00
Item #47-HP612
D String
$62.75
Item #47-HP613
A String
$71.50
Item #47-HP614
E String
$83.50
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D'Addario Helicore Solo Bass Strings
Helicore Solo bass strings are tension-adjusted specifically for A-E-B-F# scordatura solo tuning,
one whole-step higher than standard tuning. They are multi-stranded steel core strings that produce
a warm tone quality with excellent bow response. The core design makes for strings that are very
easy to play under the left hand. Damping is optimized for arco use, making them ideal for solo
performance.
Model
Description
Size
Tension
Price
Item #47-HS610
Helicore Solo Bass String SET
$272.75
Item #47-HS611
A String
$56.00
Item #47-HS612
E String
$62.75
Item #47-HS613
B String
$71.50
Item #47-HS614
F# String
$83.50
D'Addario Professional Bass Strings
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D'Addario Zyex Bass Strings
Zyex synthetic core strings produce an extremely warm, rich sound. Zyex strings are made from a new
generation of synthetic material, creating strings that are incredibly stable under drastic climatic
conditions. Settling in on the instrument within a matter of hours, Zyex bass strings provide rich,
gut-like, complex tone, combined with power and clarity for both pizzicato and bowing. Zyex bass
strings were developed primarily to offer outstanding pizzicato attacks and sustain, as well as
superb bowing response. Get the sound and feel of gut strings with more evenness, projection and
stability than real gut.
Model
Description
Size
Tension
Price
Item #47-DZ610
Zyex Bass String SET
$334.75
Item #47-DZ611
G String
$68.55
Item #47-DZ612
D String
$76.50
Item #47-DZ613
A String
$87.75
Item #47-DZ614
E String
$102.50
Item #47-DZ615
C (Extended E) String
$123.55
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D'Addario Kaplan Bass Strings
Kaplan double bass strings are aimed at the most discerning orchestral musicians. Kaplan strings
offer a rich tonal color palette and superb bowing response in a beautifully balanced set. The set
provides clarity and warmth from low to high registers and allows versatility and control throughout
the dynamic spectrum.
Model
Description
Size
Tension
Price
Item #47-K610
Kaplan Bass String SET
$354.25
Item #47-K611
G String
$72.60
Item #47-K612
D String
$81.30
Item #47-K613
A String
$92.95
Item #47-K614
E String
$110.25
Item #47-K615
C (Extended E) String
$129.75
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D'Addario Kaplan Solo Bass Strings
Designed for A-E-B-F# tuning, the Kaplan Solo Bass set delivers the exceptional bow response and
tonal balance of the Kaplan Orchestral set, along with the additional projection and clarity needed
for soloistic playing. The strings are balanced across the set, allowing players to achieve precise
articulation and clarity without sacrificing volume or beauty of tone.
Model
Description
Size
Tension
Price
Item #47-KS610
Kaplan Solo Bass String SET
$354.25
Item #47-KS611
A String
$72.60
Item #47-KS612
E String
$81.30
Item #47-KS613
B String
$92.95
Item #47-KS614
F# String
$110.25
Item #47-KS615
D Extension String
$129.75
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