The EXL170S brings D'Addario's most popular bass string formula to short scale instruments, perfectly suited for basses with string lengths up to 32 inches. This short scale version maintains the distinctive bright, booming tone that has made the original EXL170 set a favourite among bassists worldwide, whilst providing the comfortable feel that short scale players demand.
D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric Bass strings have earned their reputation as "The Player's Choice" across all musical genres and playing styles. The precision winding process uses exclusive digitally-controlled machinery, guaranteeing excellent intonation, clear fundamentals, and remarkable consistency from string to string.
Each string features a nickel plated steel wrap wire that produces the signature bright tone with excellent magnetic output. This versatile tonal character makes the EXL170S an ideal choice for any playing style, offering the perfect combination of distinctive sound and universal appeal that has made D'Addario XL strings the go-to choice for bass players around the globe.
- Short scale version of D'Addario's best selling bass guitar set
- Round wound with nickel plated steel for a distinctive bright tone with clear fundamentals
- Fits short scale basses with a string scale length of up to 32 inches
- Environmentally friendly, corrosion resistant packaging for strings that are always fresh
- Made in the U.S.A. for the highest quality and performance
- String Gauges: Wound .045, .065, .080, .100



