D'Addario's XS Nickel Bass strings bring together a reformulated nickel–plated steel wrap wire with a proprietary ultra–thin coating, engineered for players who refuse to compromise between longevity and tonal clarity. This 45–105 Regular Light Top/Medium Bottom four–string set delivers a particular balance: tight, defined lows paired with a responsive, articulate treble–end response that cuts through a mix without harshness.
The construction centres on round–wound geometry with long scale length compatibility, targeting 4–string bass players seeking extended string life without the dull, muted character that often accompanies heavily coated alternatives. The lighter top string (45) paired against the heavier bottom gauge (105) yields a practical working tension across the fingerboard, whilst the reformulated nickel plating resists corrosion and oxidation far longer than uncoated sets, maintaining punchy articulation and intonation stability across extended playing sessions.
Features
- 45–105 gauge set with Light Top/Medium Bottom balance
- Reformulated nickel–plated steel wrap wire construction
- Ultra–thin XS coating for extended string life
- Round–wound geometry for articulate, punchy tone
- Long scale length compatibility for 4–string bass
- Corrosion–resistant coating maintains clarity over time
- Balanced tension across all four strings
- Enhanced durability without sacrificing brightness or response



