D’Addario EXL165SL nickel wound electric bass strings are specifically designed for short scale bass guitars, offering balanced tension, comfortable feel, and a punchy, articulate tone. The 45–105 medium gauge delivers solid low-end response with clear mids and crisp highs.

The EXL165SL set uses nickel-plated steel wrap wire wound on precision-drawn hexagonal steel cores, providing consistent output, smooth playability, and reliable intonation across the entire fretboard.

Manufactured in the USA to D’Addario’s exacting standards, EXL165SL strings are trusted by bass players worldwide for their durability, tuning stability, and dependable performance in both live and studio environments.

• Gauge: 45–105 (Medium, Short Scale)
• Designed for short scale electric bass guitars
• Material: Nickel-plated steel wrap / hex steel core
• Punchy low end with clear mids
• Bright, controlled highs
• Balanced tension and comfortable feel
• Excellent tuning stability and intonation
• Ideal for rock, pop, blues, funk, and general-purpose playing
• Made in the USA

Short Scale Bass Strings with Classic Nickel Tone

D’Addario EXL nickel wound bass strings are the industry standard for electric bass. The EXL165SL set is optimized for short scale instruments, delivering consistent tone and feel while maintaining the familiar response players expect from a medium gauge bass string set.

Whether you play fingerstyle, pick, or slap on a short scale bass, EXL165SL strings provide smooth playability, focused lows, and reliable performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What bass guitars are EXL165SL strings designed for?
EXL165SL strings are designed for short scale electric bass guitars.

Are EXL165SL strings the same as EXL165?
They use the same 45–105 gauge, but EXL165SL is specifically sized for short scale bass instruments.

What music styles suit EXL165SL bass strings?
They are ideal for rock, pop, funk, blues, and general-purpose bass playing.