Scaled to fit 3/4 size bass with a playing length of 41 3/4 inches (1060mm), these light tension strings allow for easier bow response.
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.
D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known worldwide for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario continues to develop and manufacture exceptional strings and accessories for violin, viola, cello and double bass, incorporating innovative, environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.
- 3/4 size bass with a playing length of 41 3/4 inches (1060mm)
- Light tension
- Stranded steel core provides optimum playability and produces a clear, warm tone
- Good balance between pizzicato sustain and bow response
- All D'Addario strings are designed, engineered and manufactured in the USA to the most stringent quality controls in the industry
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. The 1/10 scale strings are gauged specifically for 1/10 size bass with a playing length of 28 inches (710mm).
