D'ADDARIO ZYEX DZ611 LOW-DRAG FLOOR CORD FOR 3/4" DOUBLE BASS
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Single G String for 3/4 double bass: ideal as a replacement or to complement an existing set
- Light Tension : softer feel and easier bow response
- Zyex Synthetic Core : warm, rich, and stable tone, even with changing climate conditions
- Titanium Winding : balance between clarity, projection, and durability over time
Manufacturer Information
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The Zyex Series: A Modern Alternative with a "Gut" Feel
Developed to achieve a very musical attack and sustain in pizzicato, Zyex strings rely on a next-generation synthetic material. The result: more stable performance and quick response, while retaining a warm grain and beautiful harmonic complexity.
For Which Musician and Usage?
This G string is designed for beginner to advanced double bass players seeking light tension for increased comfort, flexibility, and bow precision. It is suitable for both pizzicato (attack and sustain) and arco playing (response and control), in classical, jazz, and contemporary music.
Sound Characteristics
The Zyex synthetic core emphasizes a warm and rich sound, with good definition in the high register of the G string. The Light tension facilitates easier sound production, smoother articulation, and a gut-like feel, with improved tuning accuracy, projection, and stability.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
For tonal and tension consistency across the instrument, you can complement with the other D'Addario Zyex 3/4 Light strings (D, A, E) designed for the same neck length.
Technical specifications
| Format | 3/4 | Category | double bass |
| Tension | Soft | Nbr of strings | 1 |
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end | ||
| Instrument | 3/4 double bass | Playing style | arco and pizzicato |
| Compatible neck length | 1060 mm (41 3/4 inches) | Response | quick setup and stability under varying climatic conditions |
| Note | G (single string) | Design and production | USA |
| Type | Zyex synthetic core | Quality control | D'Addario's stringent standards |
| Winding | titanium | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is this G string compatible with a 3/4 double bass?
This string is designed for a 3/4 size double bass with a fingerboard length of 1060 mm (41 3/4 inches). Its ball-end matches the specified characteristics.
What sound does the Zyex DZ611 G string produce with a light tension?
The Zyex synthetic core and titanium winding provide a warm tone with clarity suited to the higher G register. The soft tension allows for a flexible response and a gut-like timbre.
Is the D'Addario Zyex DZ611 suitable for both pizzicato and arco playing?
It is designed for both arco and pizzicato techniques. In pizzicato, attack and sustain are emphasized; with the bow, response and control are prioritized.
What is the tension of this double bass G string?
The indicated tension is soft, meaning low tension. This setup aims to enhance playing comfort and offer a more flexible articulation.
Can this string be paired with other Zyex 3/4 Light strings?
It can be combined with the D'Addario Zyex 3/4 Light D, A, and E strings. These references are made for the same 1060 mm fingerboard length. The Zyex core ensures quick setup and stability under varying climatic conditions.
