D'addario
D'Addario NYXL50105 Bass Strings, 50-105, Long Scale
Model
NYXL50105
Four NYXL bass strings in medium 50-105: more tension, more low end and more output, on an NY Steel core.
The D'Addario NYXL50105 is a four-string electric bass set in medium 50-105 gauges for long scale. Heavier than the 45-100 in the same series, it pulls harder on every string, which D'Addario links to more low end and more output.
What sets it apart
- Gauges .050, .070, .085 and .105
- 185.7 lb overall, with the D tightest at 53.3 lb
- High-carbon NY Steel core, no coating
Specifications
| Number of strings | 4 |
|---|---|
| Gauges | .050 / .070 / .085 / .105 |
| Tension (G, D, A, E) | 49.2 / 53.3 / 45.5 / 37.7 lb |
| Gauge set | Medium |
| Scale | Long |
What it's for
- A bassist who plays hard and wants a firm string
- A four-string bass set up for medium gauges
Compared with other manufacturers
50-105 sets are offered by other makers too.
| Set | Gauge set | Distinguishing feature |
|---|---|---|
| D'Addario NYXL50105 | 50-105 | High-carbon steel core |
| Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Bass | 50-105 | Hex core, nickel-plated wrap |
| Elixir Nanoweb 14102 Medium | 50-105 | Coating over the whole string |
Frequently asked questions
- 45-100 or 50-105: which gauge should I pick?
- The 50-105 pulls 25.1 lb more overall. D'Addario links it to more low end and output; the 45-100 stays more comfortable.
- Does a heavier gauge reduce fret buzz?
- Some bassists report it, but D'Addario does not promise it. The bass setup is still the first thing to check.
- Are NYXLs worth it over standard strings?
- The company highlights the break resistance and tuning stability that the NY Steel core provides.
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