D'Addario ENR71-5 XL Half Rounds Bass Strings 5-String Long Scale Regular Light 45-130
D'Addario ENR71-5 XL Half Rounds Bass Strings — 5-String Long Scale, Regular Light 45-130
The Warmth of a Flatwound, the Bite of a Roundwound
The D'Addario ENR71-5 Half Rounds are a 5-string long-scale bass set that splits the difference between roundwound brightness and flatwound smoothness. D'Addario builds them as a true roundwound, then precision-grinds and polishes the outer wrap flat, so you keep a warm, focused low end and a fast, slick, finger-friendly surface with far less fret and finger noise.
Five Strings, Long Scale
This Regular Light 45-130 set adds the low-B string for extended-range players, sized long scale to fit the most common 5-string basses. The result is a smooth, warm voice that sits beautifully in a mix - a favorite for players who want vintage-flavored tone without the thud of a full flatwound.
Construction
- Wrap: Ground-and-polished (semi-flat) nickel-plated steel over a hex core.
- Core: Hex-shaped high-carbon steel for tuning stability.
- Surface: Polished flat for a smooth feel and reduced finger noise.
- Set: 5-string, long scale, Regular Light.
Specs
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Instrument | 5-string electric bass |
| Gauge | Regular Light 45-130 |
| Gauges (B-E-A-D-G) | .130, .100, .080, .065, .045 |
| Scale | Long scale |
| Wrap Wire | Ground/polished nickel-plated steel (half round) |
| Core Wire | Hex-profile high-carbon steel |
| Tone Profile | Warm and bright, smooth feel, reduced finger noise |
| Country of Origin | Made in USA |
Who It's For
- 5-string bassists chasing a warm, smooth vintage-leaning tone.
- Players who find flatwounds too dull and rounds too bright - half rounds sit in between.
- Fingerstyle and fretless players who want a slick, low-noise surface.
Want that smooth half-round bass tone? Stop by Marich Music in Corning to pick up the ENR71-5. Special order - ask us about restringing while you're in.