D’Addario EXL220-5 5-String Nickel Wound Bass Guitar Strings, Super Light, 40-125, Long Scale

D’Addario EXL220-5 Nickel Wound 5-string bass guitar strings are designed for players who want a super light feel with extended low-end clarity. Featuring a 40–125 gauge, this set provides reduced tension across the neck while maintaining a defined and controlled low B string.

Part of D’Addario’s industry-standard XL Nickel series, EXL220-5 strings use nickel-plated steel wrap wire over a precision-drawn hexagonal steel core. This construction delivers a strong fundamental, clear mids, and smooth highs with a familiar, versatile bass tone.

Manufactured in the USA to exacting standards, EXL220-5 bass strings offer consistent feel, dependable intonation, and reliable tuning stability—ideal for players who value comfort and responsiveness on a 5-string long scale bass.

• Gauge: 40–125 (Super Light 5-String)
• Designed for long scale 5-string electric bass guitars
• Material: Nickel-plated steel wrap / hex steel core
• Reduced tension for easy fretting and fast playability
• Clear, focused low B string response
• Bright yet controlled tone with strong fundamentals
• Consistent tension and stable intonation
• Ideal for beginners, lighter touch players, and extended sessions
• Suitable for rock, pop, funk, jazz, worship, and general bass styles
• Made in the USA

Super Light 5-String Bass Strings with Clear Low B

D’Addario EXL220-5 bass strings are ideal for players who want the extended range of a 5-string bass without excessive string tension. The lighter gauge supports expressive playing while maintaining clarity and definition across all five strings.

Whether you play fingerstyle or with a pick, EXL220-5 strings deliver the trusted XL Nickel sound with a softer feel and responsive attack.

Frequently Asked Questions

What bass guitars are EXL220-5 strings designed for?
EXL220-5 strings are designed for long scale 5-string electric bass guitars.

Are D’Addario EXL220-5 bass strings balanced tension?
No. Balanced Tension bass strings are only available in D’Addario models that include “BT” in the SKU.

Who should use EXL220-5 bass strings?
These strings are ideal for players who want a lighter feel on a 5-string bass, reduced hand fatigue, and a comfortable low B string response.