D'ADDARIO EXL165-6 Nickel Wound Long Scale Regular Light Top 32-135

Name: EXL165-6 Nickel Wound Long Scale Regular Light Top 32-135
Brand: D'ADDARIO
SKU: 130178
Price: 32.00 EUR
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EAN : 0019954927318

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Essential Information About D'Addario EXL165-6 Nickel Wound Long Scale 32-135 Strings
• 6-string hybrid gauge : trebles inspired by the EXL170 and basses inspired by the EXL160, for an ideal balance between comfort and impact.
• Clear and versatile tone : nickel-plated steel roundwound for a distinct brightness, clear fundamentals, and tight lows.
• Perfect for 6-string long scale bass : suitable for instruments with a scale length up to 36 1/4 inches (92.07 cm).
• Quality and consistency : precision winding, USA manufacturing, and corrosion-resistant packaging for longer-lasting fresh strings.

EXL165-6 Nickel Wound Long Scale Regular Light Top 32-135

32,00 €VAT incl.

0,00 € Ecotax included

Reference price

A "Custom Light" Set Designed for the Modern 6-String Bass

The EXL165-6 set builds on the concept of the most popular hybrid gauge in the XL range and extends it to the 6-string bass : a low B string at.135 and a high C string at.032 complete a set designed to maintain a comfortable playing tension while preserving clear fundamentals. The result: precise response, punchy lows, and excellent control, whether you play fingerstyle, with a pick, slap, or more modern techniques.

Technical specifications

Format	Bass	Nbr of strings	6
Type of cord attachment	Without	Special feature	long scale
Category	Bass	Color	Grey

Brand	D'Addario	Scale length	long scale
Model	EXL165-6	Compatible length	up to 36 1/4 inches (92.07 cm)
Instrument	6-string bass	Gauge	Custom Light / Regular Light Top
Series	XL Nickel Wound	Tone	distinctive bright sound, well-defined fundamentals, powerful low-end spectrum
Type	roundwound strings	Manufactured in	USA
Material	nickel-plated steel	Packaging	eco-friendly and corrosion-resistant

Questions frequently asked

Is the D'Addario EXL165-6 set suitable for a 6-string bass?

This set is designed for 6-string bass, featuring a low B at .135 and a high C at .032. Its Custom Light / Regular Light Top gauge aims for comfortable playing tension.

What scale length is compatible with the EXL165-6?

Compatibility is stated up to 36 1/4 inches, or 92.07 cm. The long scale format therefore suits basses with a string length within this limit.

What are the gauges of the low and high strings?

The low B is .135 and the high C is .032. This configuration extends the Regular Light Top hybrid gauge to a 6-string bass.

Are the EXL165-6 nickel-plated?

The roundwound strings are made of nickel-plated steel. This construction provides a bright tone with well-defined fundamentals and a powerful bass spectrum.

What sound do the D'Addario XL Nickel Wound EXL165-6 strings deliver?

The XL Nickel Wound series delivers a distinctive bright sound. The lows remain punchy, and the response is described as precise for fingerstyle, pick, or slap playing. The corrosion-resistant packaging helps protect the strings.