D'Addario EPS160-5 XL ProSteels 5-String Bass Strings, Medium, Long Scale (50-135 Gauge)

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Description
D'Addario EPS160-5 XL ProSteels electric bass guitar strings are designed for 5-string, long scale instruments. Constructed with a high carbon steel Hex-Core and a highly magnetic stainless steel wrap wire, this set provides pronounced interaction with magnetic pickups, delivering super-bright tone, sharp presence and attack, penetrating highs, and tight, focused low-end response.
This 50-135 Medium gauge set features higher string tension, providing increased output and firm low-frequency response.
Features
- Brightest tone profile among D'Addario electric bass strings
- Highly magnetic stainless steel wrap wire for enhanced pickup interaction
- High carbon steel Hex-Core construction for reliable durability and tuning consistency
- Manufactured in the USA at D'Addario's New York facility
Specifications
- Model: EPS160-5
- Series: XL ProSteels
- Instrument: 5-String Electric Bass
- Gauges: .050, .070, .085, .105, .135
- Scale Length: Long Scale
- Wrap Material: Stainless Steel
- Core: High Carbon Steel (Hex-Core)
- Coating: Uncoated
- Strings: 5














