Thomastik JR344 Electric Bass Guitar 4 Str Set Round Wound

The Thomastik JR344 Electric Bass Guitar 4 String Set combines the warmth of flatwound strings with the articulation of roundwounds, using a small-diameter nickel alloy outer wrap over a round core. Designed for players seeking upright-style tone with added bite, this medium-gauge set eliminates excessive string squeak and premature fret wear while maintaining low tension for easier playability. The construction reduces strain on the instrument's neck without sacrificing output, making it a distinctive choice for bassists who want traditional jazz tone with contemporary response.

This long-scale set features gauges of .043–.051–.068–.089 inches, engineered for 34-inch scale basses. Each string uses nickel round wound construction over a roundcore design, with tensions ranging from 27.99 to 34.61 pounds. The G string (.043 inch) delivers 34.61 pounds of tension, whilst the E string (.089 inch) provides 27.99 pounds, creating a balanced feel across the fingerboard. The nickel alloy winding delivers the characteristic roundwound clarity without the harshness typically associated with standard roundwound designs.

Features

• Long-scale 34-inch design with medium-gauge .043–.051–.068–.089 configuration
• Nickel alloy roundwound outer wrap over round core construction
• Lower tension design reduces neck strain whilst maintaining full output
• Small-diameter winding minimises string squeak and fret wear
• G string: .043 inch diameter with 34.61 pound tension
• D string: .051 inch diameter with 30.20 pound tension
• A string: .068 inch diameter with 29.54 pound tension
• E string: .089 inch diameter with 27.99 pound tension