D'Addario XSB45130SL Bass guitar strings

D'Addario XSB45130SL XS Nickel Coated 5-String Bass Strings

The XSB45130SL is a Regular Light, super long-scale set of coated 5-string electric bass strings from D'Addario's XS Nickel line. Designed for players running extended-scale basses, the set pairs a NY High Carbon Steel core with a roundwound nickel-plated steel wrap wire and an ultra-thin XS coating that protects against sweat, grime, and the gradual tone loss that normally hits uncoated strings after a few weeks of regular gigging. The .045-.130 gauge spread gives balanced tension across all five strings, so the low B stays tight and defined while the higher strings keep their snap and clarity. Sweetwater's product team notes that the coating reduces string noise under the fingers — a common complaint with older coated bass sets — and preserves the natural resonance of the wrap wire over many playing sessions.

Technical Specifications

• Number of Strings: 5
• Gauge: .045"-.130" / 1.14-3.30 mm — Regular Light tension
• Material: Nickel-plated steel
• Core: NY High Carbon Steel
• Winding Type: Roundwound
• Finish: XS ultra-thin coated
• Scale Length: Super Long Scale
• Set: 1 set

Who It's For

The XSB45130SL is the right choice for 5-string bass players with super long-scale or extended-range instruments who need coated strings that don't sacrifice tone or feel. Gigging musicians, session players, and worship-band bassists who sweat through multiple sets a week will get the most from the XS coating, which blocks the dirt and grime that normally deaden a fresh set within days. Regular Light tension suits players who want an all-around string — firm enough for slap and aggressive pick work, flexible enough for fingerstyle grooves — without the floppy low B that lighter custom sets can produce. Anyone upgrading from a stock uncoated set will notice the smoother feel under the fingers and the longer interval between string changes.