D’Addario EXL160M nickel wound electric bass strings are designed specifically for medium scale bass guitars, delivering a balanced feel, strong low-end response, and bright, punchy tone. The 50–105 gauge offers medium tension with excellent clarity and control.

The EXL160M set uses nickel-plated steel wrap wire over precision-drawn hexagonal steel cores, producing a focused low-end, clear mids, and articulate highs while maintaining consistent feel across the fretboard.

Manufactured in the USA to D’Addario’s strict quality standards, EXL160M bass strings provide reliable intonation, tuning stability, and dependable performance from set to set.

• Gauge: 50–105 (Medium)
• Designed for medium scale electric bass guitars
• Material: Nickel-plated steel wrap / hex steel core
• Bright, punchy tone with strong fundamentals
• consistent response
• Reliable intonation and tuning stability
• Ideal for rock, pop, funk, blues, and metal
• Made in the USA

Medium Scale Bass Strings with Industry-Standard Tone

D’Addario EXL nickel wound bass strings are the industry standard for electric bass. The EXL160M set is optimized for medium scale instruments, ensuring proper tension, accurate intonation, and a comfortable playing feel.

Whether you play fingerstyle, pick, or slap, EXL160M strings deliver consistent tone and response for both live performance and studio recording.

Frequently Asked Questions

What bass guitars are EXL160M strings designed for?
EXL160M strings are designed for medium scale electric bass guitars.

What scale length is considered medium scale?
Medium scale bass guitars typically range from approximately 32 inches in scale length.

Do EXL160M strings sound different from long scale versions?
They offer the same bright, punchy EXL tone, optimized for proper tension and feel on medium scale instruments.