Electric Bass Guitar Strings

Looking to elevate your bass guitar playing to new heights? Look no further than our selection of electric bass guitar strings. These essential components are the backbone of your instrument, providing... the foundation for rich, resonant tones and smooth playability. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, finding the right set of bass guitar strings is crucial for achieving the perfect sound. At Adorama, we offer a wide range of options to suit every style and preference, ensuring that you can always find the strings that deliver the tone and feel you desire. Explore our collection today and unlock the true potential of your bass guitar.
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Fender 7250M Medium Nickel Plated Steel Electric Bass Guitar Strings, Long Scale, .045 - .105 Gauges, Set of 4 Strings

Fender 7250M Medium Nickel Plated Steel Electric Bass Guitar Strings, Long Scale, .045 - .105 Gauges, Set of 4 Strings

SKU: FE737250406
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DESCRIPTION

A set of 4 Fender 7250 Nickel-Plated Steel Electric Bass Guitar Strings for a high output, dynamic sound.

$43.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: fender

DESCRIPTION

A set of 4 Fender 7250 Nickel-Plated Steel Electric Bass Guitar Strings for a high output, dynamic sound.
Fender 7250-5L 5-String Light Nickel Plated Steel Electric Bass Guitar Strings, Long Scale, .040 - .115 Gauges, Set of 5 Strings

Fender 7250-5L 5-String Light Nickel Plated Steel Electric Bass Guitar Strings, Long Scale, .040 - .115 Gauges, Set of 5 Strings

SKU: FE737250453
(1)

DESCRIPTION

A set of 5 nickel-plated steel electric bass guitar strings for a high-output, dynamic sound.

$53.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: fender

DESCRIPTION

A set of 5 nickel-plated steel electric bass guitar strings for a high-output, dynamic sound.
Fender 7250L Light Nickel Plated Steel Electric Bass Guitar Strings, Long Scale, .040 - .100 Gauges, Set of 4 Strings

Fender 7250L Light Nickel Plated Steel Electric Bass Guitar Strings, Long Scale, .040 - .100 Gauges, Set of 4 Strings

SKU: FE737250403
(1)

DESCRIPTION

A set of 4 Fender 7250 Nickel-Plated Steel electric bass guitar strings for a high-output, dynamic sound.

$43.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: fender

DESCRIPTION

A set of 4 Fender 7250 Nickel-Plated Steel electric bass guitar strings for a high-output, dynamic sound.
Fender Original 7150ML Medium Light Pure Nickel Roundwound Electric Bass Guitar Strings, Long Scale, .045 - .100 Gauges, Set of 4 Strings

Fender Original 7150ML Medium Light Pure Nickel Roundwound Electric Bass Guitar Strings, Long Scale, .045 - .100 Gauges, Set of 4 Strings

SKU: FE737150405
(1)

DESCRIPTION

A set of Fender bass guitar strings with a smooth feel, warm tone, and reduced finger noise.

$52.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: fender

DESCRIPTION

A set of Fender bass guitar strings with a smooth feel, warm tone, and reduced finger noise.
Fender Original 7150M Medium Pure Nickel Roundwound Electric Bass Guitar Strings, Long Scale, .045 - .105 Gauges, Set of 4 Strings

Fender Original 7150M Medium Pure Nickel Roundwound Electric Bass Guitar Strings, Long Scale, .045 - .105 Gauges, Set of 4 Strings

SKU: FE737150406
(1)

DESCRIPTION

A smooth-feeling, reduced finger noise bass guitar string set with rich, warm tone and great clarity.

$52.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: fender

DESCRIPTION

A smooth-feeling, reduced finger noise bass guitar string set with rich, warm tone and great clarity.
Ibanez miKro Series GSRM20 Electric Bass Guitar, Transparent Red

Ibanez miKro Series GSRM20 Electric Bass Guitar, Transparent Red

SKU: IBGSRM20TR
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DESCRIPTION

A compact, right-handed electric bass guitar with a mahogany body and a vibrant transparent red finish.

Pros
  • Easy to play
  • High quality
  • Good bass
  • Short scale
  • Great value for money
$219.99
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KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: ibanez

DESCRIPTION

A compact, right-handed electric bass guitar with a mahogany body and a vibrant transparent red finish.
Fender Original Pure Nickel Wound 150M Medium Electric Guitar Strings, Ball End, .011-.049 Gauges, Set of 6 Strings

Fender Original Pure Nickel Wound 150M Medium Electric Guitar Strings, Ball End, .011-.049 Gauges, Set of 6 Strings

SKU: FE730150408
(4)

DESCRIPTION

A set of 6 medium gauge electric guitar strings with pure nickel winding for warm, full tone.

$13.49
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: fender

DESCRIPTION

A set of 6 medium gauge electric guitar strings with pure nickel winding for warm, full tone.
Fender Super 250M Medium Nickel-Plated Steel Electric Guitar Strings, Ball End, .011 - .049 Gauges, Set of 6 Strings

Fender Super 250M Medium Nickel-Plated Steel Electric Guitar Strings, Ball End, .011 - .049 Gauges, Set of 6 Strings

SKU: FE730250408
(4)

DESCRIPTION

A set of medium gauge electric guitar strings with a nickel-plated steel construction for high output and dynamic sound.

$11.49
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: fender

DESCRIPTION

A set of medium gauge electric guitar strings with a nickel-plated steel construction for high output and dynamic sound.
Fender 3150L Light Original Bullets Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings, Bullet-end, .009 - .042 Gauges, Set of 6 Strings

Fender 3150L Light Original Bullets Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings, Bullet-end, .009 - .042 Gauges, Set of 6 Strings

SKU: FE733150403
(4)

DESCRIPTION

A set of Fender guitar strings with a smooth feel, rich warm tone and rock solid tuning stability.

$20.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: fender

DESCRIPTION

A set of Fender guitar strings with a smooth feel, rich warm tone and rock solid tuning stability.
Fender Super 250R Regular Nickel-Plated Steel Electric Guitar Strings, Ball End, .010 - .046 Gauges, Set of 6 Strings

Fender Super 250R Regular Nickel-Plated Steel Electric Guitar Strings, Ball End, .010 - .046 Gauges, Set of 6 Strings

SKU: FE730250406
(4)

DESCRIPTION

A high-output electric guitar string set with a smooth feel, perfect for rock and other music styles.

$11.49
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: fender

DESCRIPTION

A high-output electric guitar string set with a smooth feel, perfect for rock and other music styles.
Fender 3150R Regular Original Bullets Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings, Bullet-end, .010 - .046 Gauges, Set of 6 Strings

Fender 3150R Regular Original Bullets Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings, Bullet-end, .010 - .046 Gauges, Set of 6 Strings

SKU: FE733150406
(4)

DESCRIPTION

A set of Fender Original Bullets Pure Nickel electric guitar strings for smooth, rich tone.

$20.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: fender

DESCRIPTION

A set of Fender Original Bullets Pure Nickel electric guitar strings for smooth, rich tone.
Fender 3150M Medium Original Bullets Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings, Bullet-end, .011 - .049 Gauges, Set of 6 Strings

Fender 3150M Medium Original Bullets Pure Nickel Electric Guitar Strings, Bullet-end, .011 - .049 Gauges, Set of 6 Strings

SKU: FE733150408
(4)

DESCRIPTION

A set of 6 Fender guitar strings with bullet-ends for smooth feel, rich tone and tuning stability.

$20.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: fender

DESCRIPTION

A set of 6 Fender guitar strings with bullet-ends for smooth feel, rich tone and tuning stability.
D'Addario EXL110 XL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings Set, Regular Light, 10-46 Gauge, 3-Pack

D'Addario EXL110 XL Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings Set, Regular Light, 10-46 Gauge, 3-Pack

SKU: DAEXL1103D
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DESCRIPTION

A 3-pack of D'Addario's best-selling XL Nickel Wound electric guitar strings in Regular Light gauge.

$18.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: d'addario

DESCRIPTION

A 3-pack of D'Addario's best-selling XL Nickel Wound electric guitar strings in Regular Light gauge.
Peavey Cirrus Nickel-Wound Bass Guitar Strings, Extra Long, 45-125w Gauge, 5-String Set

Peavey Cirrus Nickel-Wound Bass Guitar Strings, Extra Long, 45-125w Gauge, 5-String Set

SKU: PV00379270

DESCRIPTION

A thermal-fused 5-string bass guitar string set with no dead spots or loose winds.

$32.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: peavey

DESCRIPTION

A thermal-fused 5-string bass guitar string set with no dead spots or loose winds.
Dunlop Nickel Wound Bass Guitar Strings, Medium, 45-125 Gauge, Set of 5 Strings

Dunlop Nickel Wound Bass Guitar Strings, Medium, 45-125 Gauge, Set of 5 Strings

SKU: JDBN45125

DESCRIPTION

A set of nickel wound bass guitar strings that provide a warm, solid fundamental with rich harmonics and a punchy midrange.

$27.00
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: dunlop

DESCRIPTION

A set of nickel wound bass guitar strings that provide a warm, solid fundamental with rich harmonics and a punchy midrange.
Dunlop Nickel Wound Bass Guitar Strings, Medium, 45-105 Gauge, Set of 4 Strings

Dunlop Nickel Wound Bass Guitar Strings, Medium, 45-105 Gauge, Set of 4 Strings

SKU: JDBN45105

DESCRIPTION

A warm and punchy medium gauge bass guitar string set for a consistently robust low end.

$22.00
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: dunlop

DESCRIPTION

A warm and punchy medium gauge bass guitar string set for a consistently robust low end.
Dunlop Super Bright Nickel Wound Bass Guitar Strings, Medium, 45-125 Gauge, Set of 5 Strings

Dunlop Super Bright Nickel Wound Bass Guitar Strings, Medium, 45-125 Gauge, Set of 5 Strings

SKU: JDBSBN45125

DESCRIPTION

A set of 5 nickel wound bass guitar strings with a crisp, vibrant top end and fat, balanced bottom.

$27.00
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: dunlop

DESCRIPTION

A set of 5 nickel wound bass guitar strings with a crisp, vibrant top end and fat, balanced bottom.
D'Addario XS Nickel Plated Steel Electric Guitar Strings, Medium Top/Extra Heavy Bottom, 11-56 Gauge, Set of 6 Strings

D'Addario XS Nickel Plated Steel Electric Guitar Strings, Medium Top/Extra Heavy Bottom, 11-56 Gauge, Set of 6 Strings

SKU: DAXSE1156

DESCRIPTION

A long-lasting, smooth-feeling electric guitar string set with superior strength, tuning stability, and rich harmonics.

$15.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: d'addario

DESCRIPTION

A long-lasting, smooth-feeling electric guitar string set with superior strength, tuning stability, and rich harmonics.
D'Addario EXL170 XL Nickel Wound Bass Guitar Strings, Regular Light, 45-100 Gauge, Set of 4 Strings

D'Addario EXL170 XL Nickel Wound Bass Guitar Strings, Regular Light, 45-100 Gauge, Set of 4 Strings

SKU: DAEXL170

DESCRIPTION

A set of 4 nickel-wound bass guitar strings with clear fundamentals, tight lows, and smooth playability.

$22.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: d'addario

DESCRIPTION

A set of 4 nickel-wound bass guitar strings with clear fundamentals, tight lows, and smooth playability.
Kala Aquila Thunderbrown U- Bass Strings

Kala Aquila Thunderbrown U- Bass Strings

SKU: KALAQTB4

DESCRIPTION

A revolutionary U-BASS string set from Aquila, the Thunderbrown, offers a distinct playing experience and tone.

$52.00
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: kala

DESCRIPTION

A revolutionary U-BASS string set from Aquila, the Thunderbrown, offers a distinct playing experience and tone.
Dunlop Marcus Miller Super Bright Steel Bass Guitar Strings, Medium, 45-125 Gauge, Set of 5 Strings

Dunlop Marcus Miller Super Bright Steel Bass Guitar Strings, Medium, 45-125 Gauge, Set of 5 Strings

SKU: JDBMMS45125

DESCRIPTION

A set of medium gauge bass guitar strings designed to complement Marcus Miller's style and sound.

$35.00
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: dunlop

DESCRIPTION

A set of medium gauge bass guitar strings designed to complement Marcus Miller's style and sound.
D'Addario XS Nickel Plated Steel Electric Guitar Strings, Regular Light, 10-56 Gauge, Set of 7 Strings

D'Addario XS Nickel Plated Steel Electric Guitar Strings, Regular Light, 10-56 Gauge, Set of 7 Strings

SKU: DAXSE1056

DESCRIPTION

A long-lasting set of XS Nickel coated electric guitar strings with a smooth feel and outstanding tone.

$18.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: d'addario

DESCRIPTION

A long-lasting set of XS Nickel coated electric guitar strings with a smooth feel and outstanding tone.
Kala Flatwound U-BASS 4-String Set by Gallistrings

Kala Flatwound U-BASS 4-String Set by Gallistrings

SKU: KALKABASS4FW

DESCRIPTION

A high-tension U-BASS string set with chrome steel wrapped around a nylon core for warmth and consistency.

$59.00
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: kala

DESCRIPTION

A high-tension U-BASS string set with chrome steel wrapped around a nylon core for warmth and consistency.
Dunlop Heavy Core Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, Heavier, 11-50 Gauge, Set of 6 Strings

Dunlop Heavy Core Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, Heavier, 11-50 Gauge, Set of 6 Strings

SKU: JDHCN1150

DESCRIPTION

A set of 6 nickel wound electric guitar strings designed for dropped or lowered tunings.

$7.00
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: dunlop

DESCRIPTION

A set of 6 nickel wound electric guitar strings designed for dropped or lowered tunings.
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Electric Bass Guitar Strings

Whether you’re a seasoned bassist holding down the groove in packed summer venues or a beginner discovering the deep, resonant world of electric bass, the right set of electric bass guitar strings can transform your playing experience. The choice of strings is as personal as your playing style—some musicians chase a punchy, articulate attack for slap and funk, while others seek the warm, rounded tones that bloom in jazz or classic rock. The gauge, material, and winding method of your strings all contribute to the feel under your fingers and the voice of your instrument. Heavier gauges deliver robust lows and sustain, ideal for genres where the bass is the heartbeat of the song, while lighter gauges offer nimbleness and brightness, making them a favorite for intricate runs or fast-paced genres. Materials like nickel-plated steel provide a balanced, versatile sound, while stainless steel strings bring out more bite and clarity—perfect for cutting through a dense mix on stage. The winding method, whether roundwound for brightness and texture or flatwound for smoothness and vintage thump, further tailors your sound. In these early days of summer, when music festivals and outdoor gigs are in full swing, fresh strings can help you project your sound with confidence, ensuring every note carries across open-air stages and bustling city blocks.

Electric bass guitar strings also make thoughtful and practical gifts for musicians at any skill level. For a friend or family member who’s just picked up the bass, a new set of strings can be an encouraging gesture, showing support for their musical journey. For the gigging bassist, fresh strings are always welcome—there’s nothing like the feel and sound of a new set before a big show or recording session. Even for collectors or hobbyists, experimenting with different types of strings can open up new tonal possibilities and inspire creativity. When choosing strings as a gift, consider the recipient’s musical preferences and playing habits. Someone who favors vintage soul or Motown might appreciate the smooth, mellow tones of flatwounds, while a rock or metal enthusiast may gravitate toward the brightness and sustain of roundwounds. And for those who switch between bass and guitar, or who enjoy exploring lighter tones, it’s worth checking out options on our Light Guitar Strings page for even more ways to personalize their sound.

Beyond tone and playability, electric bass guitar strings are crucial for instrument maintenance and longevity. Old or worn-out strings can dull your sound and make even the best bass feel lifeless, while fresh strings not only enhance tone but also improve tuning stability and reduce finger fatigue during long rehearsals or recording sessions. Many players develop a ritual around changing their strings—some swap them out before every performance, while others savor the gradual mellowing of their tone over time. In the humid days of June, when outdoor gigs and sweaty practice sessions can accelerate string wear, it’s especially important to monitor the condition of your strings and replace them as needed. Whether you’re refining your technique, experimenting with new genres, or simply enjoying the tactile pleasure of playing, the right set of electric bass guitar strings is an essential part of your musical toolkit, supporting your creativity and helping you bring your musical vision to life.

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