Since the 50s and 60s, La Bella's DEEP TALKIN' BASS Stainless Steel Flat Wounds have been the choice of professional bass players and continue to be the standard for the best sounding Flat Wounds on the market. Designed for Basses that String Through the Body (not suitable for top load bridges). Packaged using MAP Technology (Modified Atmosphere Packaging) to prevent tarnishing and ensure freshness. The silk portion by the ball-ends are 1 3/4". Only the silk portion by the ball-end can bend at a 90 degree angle.