D’Addario EXL170-6 nickel wound bass guitar strings are a light gauge long scale set designed specifically for 6-string electric bass guitars. With a 32–130 gauge range, this set provides a flexible, responsive feel while maintaining clarity across extended low and high registers.

The EXL170-6 Long Scale set delivers D’Addario’s classic nickel-plated steel tone, producing punchy lows, focused mids, and crisp highs, with clear definition on both the low-B and high-C strings.

Manufactured in the USA using precision-drawn hexagonal steel cores and nickel-plated steel wrap wire, EXL170-6 strings offer reliable tuning stability, consistent feel, and dependable intonation from set to set.

  • Gauge: 32–130 (Light, 6-String)
  • Designed for long scale 6-string electric bass guitars
  • Material: Nickel-plated steel wrap / hex steel core
  • Flexible feel with extended range clarity
  • Punchy low end with a defined low-B
  • Clear, articulate high-C string response
  • Bright, controlled highs and focused mids
  • Stable tuning and reliable intonation
  • Suitable for fingerstyle, pick, slap, and chordal playing
  • Ideal for rock, fusion, jazz, gospel, metal, and modern bass styles
  • Made in the USA

Extended Range Nickel Tone for 6-String Bass

D’Addario EXL nickel wound bass strings are the industry standard for electric bass. The EXL170-6 32–130 set offers a comfortable light gauge feel while maintaining balance, clarity, and articulation across all six strings.

This set is ideal for players who require a responsive low-B, a clear high-C, and consistent tone across extended-range bass instruments.

Not Sure Which Bass Strings to Choose?

Our String Selection Guide explains bass string gauges, scale lengths, winding length, and materials to help you choose the right D’Addario strings for your bass guitar.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What bass guitars are EXL170-6 strings designed for?
EXL170-6 strings are designed for long scale 6-string electric bass guitars.

Are EXL170-6 bass strings balanced tension?
No. Balanced Tension bass strings are only available in D’Addario models that include “BT” in the SKU.

Do EXL170-6 strings include a high-C string?
Yes. EXL170-6 strings include both a low-B and a high-C string for extended-range bass performance.

SKU EXL170-6
Barcode # 019954925505
Brand D'Addario
Unit Of Measure ea

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