D'ADDARIO ECB84 CHROMES BASS GUITAR STRINGS CUSTOM LIGHT 40-100 LONG SCALE
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Custom Light Hybrid Gauge : flexible trebles (.040,.060) + deep lows (.080,.100) for comfortable playing
- Polished stainless steel flatwound : very smooth feel, silent glide, and premium sensation
- Signature flatwound sound : softer attack, rich mids, and well-present low end
- Long Scale format : suitable for basses with neck lengths up to 92.07 cm
Manufacturer Information
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The "Chromes" Sound: Warmth, Definition, and Comfort Under the Fingers
The D'Addario Chromes ECB84 set is designed for bassists who appreciate the unique character of flatwound strings while seeking a more comfortable tension than a standard gauge. Thanks to its hybrid construction, you gain flexibility on the treble strings for nuances, phrasing, and fast runs, while maintaining solid lows and a strong foundation to hold the mix. The flattened and polished stainless steel ribbon winding provides an ultra-smooth feel, ideal for fingerstyle playing, palm muting, old-school grooves, soul, jazz, vintage rock, and even rounder modern lines.
Technical specifications
| Format | standard | Nbr of strings | 4 |
| Type of cord attachment | Without | Special feature | long scale |
| Category | Bass | Color | Grey |
| Brand | D'Addario | Sound Character | warm, soft, muted, and rich |
| Series | Chromes | Playing Feel | very smooth surface, reduced sliding noise |
| Model | ECB84 | Scale Length | Long Scale |
| Instrument | Electric bass | Compatibility | basses with neck length up to 92.07 cm |
| Type | flatwound strings | Made in | USA |
| Gauge | Custom Light (hybrid) | Packaging | eco-friendly and corrosion-resistant (better protection and freshness of strings) |
| Construction | flattened and polished stainless steel winding | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Are the D'Addario ECB84 strings compatible with a long scale bass?
This set is designed for basses with a neck length up to 92.07 cm. The Long Scale designation therefore corresponds to this scale length.
What is the gauge of the ECB84 Chromes?
The Custom Light hybrid gauge ranges from .040 to .100. It combines softer high strings with lows that maintain a solid foundation.
What sound do these flatwound strings produce?
The stainless steel ribbon winding, flattened and polished, delivers a warm and mellow tone. Definition is maintained, with a rich low register suited for soul, jazz, or vintage rock grooves. Sliding noises are reduced by the smooth surface.
Are the ECB84 strings suitable for fast fingerstyle playing?
Thanks to the Custom Light gauge, the tension of the high strings is designed to facilitate dynamics, phrasing, and fast passages. The polished finish provides a very smooth feel under the fingers.
How many strings are included in the D'Addario ECB84 set?
This replacement set contains 4 strings for electric bass. The corrosion resistant packaging helps preserve the strings.
