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product_id: 5447598
title: "D'Addario Electric Bass Guitar Strings, XL Nickel, EXL170-5, Regular Light Gauge 45-130, Long Scale, 5-String Set, Pack of 1"
brand: "d'addario"
price: "214.46 DT"
currency: TND
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reviews_count: 13
category: "D'addario"
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# 5-string long scale set Hex-Core tech for perfect intonation Made in USA precision D'Addario Electric Bass Guitar Strings, XL Nickel, EXL170-5, Regular Light Gauge 45-130, Long Scale, 5-String Set, Pack of 1

**Brand:** d'addario
**Price:** 214.46 DT
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your bass game with strings that never quit!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** D'Addario Electric Bass Guitar Strings, XL Nickel, EXL170-5, Regular Light Gauge 45-130, Long Scale, 5-String Set, Pack of 1 by d'addario
- **How much does it cost?** 214.46 DT with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- d'addario enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted d'addario brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Pro-Level Precision:** Digitally controlled winding ensures flawless intonation and consistent feel every time.
- • **Eco-Conscious Rewards:** Register your pack to earn Players Circle points with recyclable, corrosion-resistant packaging.
- • **Versatile Tone Mastery:** Nickel-plated steel wrap delivers bright, tight lows perfect for any genre or stage.
- • **Trusted Player’s Choice:** Globally acclaimed for reliability and performance across all playing styles.
- • **Extended Scale Compatibility:** Optimized for long scale basses up to 36 1/4 inches, including 5-string models.

## Overview

D'Addario EXL170-5 XL Nickel Electric Bass Guitar Strings are a 5-string, long scale set (45-130 gauge) crafted in the USA with proprietary Hex-Core technology. Engineered for bright, tight tone and consistent intonation, these nickel-plated steel strings are the industry standard trusted by bassists worldwide for versatile, professional-grade performance.

## Description

Product Description XL Nickel are the industry standard in electric bass strings. With their clear fundamentals, booming tight lows, and reliable D’Addario construction, they’re trusted by players everywhere to handle any performance. XL Nickel bass strings are made with a high carbon steel core and wound with nickel-plated steel wrap wire, for consistently bright tone and smooth playability, great for a wide variety of bass styles. From the Manufacturer EXL170-5 is the 5-string version of the best-selling D’Addario bass set. With the addition of the .130 low B string, EXL170 offers the ideal combination of distinctive brightness and booming, tight lows. The most versatile and universally appealing set for all playing styles. Fits long scale basses with a string scale length of up to 36 1/4 inches. D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric Bass strings are world-renowned as "The Player's Choice" amongst bass players of all genres and styles. All XL strings are precision wound on our exclusive digitally-controlled machines, ensuring each string has excellent intonation, clear fundamentals, and unparalleled consistency. Each string is wound with a nickelplated steel wrap wire known for distinctive bright tone with excellent magnetic output delivering a universally appealing and versatile tone for all playing styles.D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known as The Players Choice with a reputation for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario's innovative packaging reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.

Review: Great strings for 35"+ scale basses - I recently bought a 35" scale string-through six string bass. I replaced the stock strings with these (plus a C I bought from another manufacturer) and they performed perfectly. They offer clear fundamentals and great feel. I also have these on my string-through 34" scale five (except for the B which I replaced with a .125) and they work just as well. Great all-around set.
Review: Dependable great sounding strings. - These are stings I feel you're not supposed to like. Thing is, I keep coming back to them. They are everywhere and they are inexpensive compared to other comparable strings. They feel good, you know what they will sound like and about how long they will last for you. I am using the balanced tension 4 string set on my Spector LX4, they are fantastic. The strings I just bought here on desertcart are the XL170 5 string set for my Spector LX5. That bass is 35 scale and the normal "long scale" strings fit as they should. They are also great, but if I had one criticism it's the B and E string gauge. Most sets in this range are .105 for E and .125 or .130 for B. Here you get .100 for E and .130 for the B. It seems an odd jump and I suspect it has to do with keeping a tight sounding B while attempting to balance tension across the set. That's probably good on a 34 scale bass, but it would be cool to offer a more traditional .105 and .125 set if you have a 35 scale. In any case, it's not somthign that I'm conscious of when playing, just a bit of OCD and the B does rock at .130, but it also does for any strings I've tried at .125 on the 35 scale. Maybe something for 5 string similar to the balanced tension set offered for 4 string. That set has the E string at .107. That may pair pretty well with a .130 B.

## Features

- THE PLAYERS CHOICE – With their clear fundamentals, booming tight lows, and reliable D’Addario construction, they’re trusted by players everywhere to handle any performance.
- TIGHT, BRIGHT TONE – Nickel-plated steel wrap wire provides a bright, tight bass sound, great for a variety of musical genres.
- FOR THE ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE – Like all D’Addario bass strings, XL Nickel are made with our proprietary Hex-Core, ensuring perfect intonation, consistent feel, and powerful durability.
- EARN REWARD POINTS - XL Nickel bass sets have a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points.
- MADE IN THE USA – XL Nickel bass guitar strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002H04O8 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #237 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #2 in Bass Guitar Strings |
| Body Material | Steel |
| Color Name | 5 String Light - Long Scale | EXL170-5 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (1,180) |
| Date First Available | August 28, 2005 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 0.5 ounces |
| Item model number | EXL170-5 |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Number of Strings | 5 |
| Product Dimensions | 5.8 x 5.6 x 0.8 inches |
| Size | Light, 45-130 (5-String) |
| String Gauge | Medium |
| String Material | Nickel Steel |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** D'Addario
- **Color:** 5 String Light - Long Scale | EXL170-5
- **Instrument:** Bass Guitar
- **String Gauge:** Medium
- **String Material Type:** Nickel Steel

## Images

![D'Addario Electric Bass Guitar Strings, XL Nickel, EXL170-5, Regular Light Gauge 45-130, Long Scale, 5-String Set, Pack of 1 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71PDaIEChJL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Would the Medium gauge be good for drop D?**
A: Yeah, I'd think so but I wouldn't go below drop D with the 105 gauge string.

**Q: Do these strings have a real bright tone?  I am playing praise and worship music and not sure I want that real bright tone.**
A: If you want to avoid any bright tone, then consider taped, flat finish strings that are designed to reduce string and fret noise.  Your pick ups and playing style will also affect your tone.  These are middle of the road for nickel wound strings.

**Q: Is this a decent guage for drop b on a bass?**
A: been using EXL-170 for years with drop B and D tuning 4 string - fender P bass no buzz super clear

**Q: How are the mediums compared to lights, i am looking at these for my first string change and i don't know what i have now. Is there a big difference?**
A: Not really a big difference. The most common gauge is 45-65-85-105 (Custom Light). If you like a bit more stiffness in your G and D strings, go with Medium. If you like a little looser E and A, go with Light. If you don't care one way or the other, just go with Custom Light.Mind you, again, it's not a huge difference. It's subtle. I like my E and A a little softer so it's easier to dig in, so I buy Lights (45 65 80 100).

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great strings for 35"+ scale basses
*by M***I on February 16, 2026*

I recently bought a 35" scale string-through six string bass. I replaced the stock strings with these (plus a C I bought from another manufacturer) and they performed perfectly. They offer clear fundamentals and great feel. I also have these on my string-through 34" scale five (except for the B which I replaced with a .125) and they work just as well. Great all-around set.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Dependable great sounding strings.
*by D***N on November 23, 2021*

These are stings I feel you're not supposed to like. Thing is, I keep coming back to them. They are everywhere and they are inexpensive compared to other comparable strings. They feel good, you know what they will sound like and about how long they will last for you. I am using the balanced tension 4 string set on my Spector LX4, they are fantastic. The strings I just bought here on Amazon are the XL170 5 string set for my Spector LX5. That bass is 35 scale and the normal "long scale" strings fit as they should. They are also great, but if I had one criticism it's the B and E string gauge. Most sets in this range are .105 for E and .125 or .130 for B. Here you get .100 for E and .130 for the B. It seems an odd jump and I suspect it has to do with keeping a tight sounding B while attempting to balance tension across the set. That's probably good on a 34 scale bass, but it would be cool to offer a more traditional .105 and .125 set if you have a 35 scale. In any case, it's not somthign that I'm conscious of when playing, just a bit of OCD and the B does rock at .130, but it also does for any strings I've tried at .125 on the 35 scale. Maybe something for 5 string similar to the balanced tension set offered for 4 string. That set has the E string at .107. That may pair pretty well with a .130 B.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Go-To Bass Strings
*by R***E on January 31, 2024*

I’ve played bass for 11 years and these are my go-to strings. I’m a big fan round wound strings. These give you a nice medium-bright tone that is super versatile - sounds great in pretty much any genre. They feel great too. Overall definitely worth trying these out if you’re on the hunt for a solid set of strings.

## Frequently Bought Together

- D'Addario Bass Guitar Strings - XL Nickel - EXL170-5 - Perfect Intonation, Feel, Durability - 5 String Set - 45-130 Regular Light 5-String, Long Scale
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*Last updated: 2026-03-13*