Dunlop BASS STRINGS ROUND WIRE NICKEL NICKEL TAPERED SET 5 STRINGS 40-120
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Jim Dunlop
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A 5-string set designed for stage and studio
This Jim Dunlop nickel roundwound string set is aimed at bassists seeking a reliable balance between comfort, definition, and longevity. The nickel provides a consistent musical response, with solid lows, present mids, and controlled highs. The "tapered" construction contributes to a smoother feel and a cleaner attack, helping to keep a 5-string bass responsive even during demanding passages. Whether you play fingerstyle, with a pick, or slap, you get controlled dynamics and a consistent feel under your fingers.
Technical specifications
| Tension | Soft | 1st cord pull | 40 |
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end | Nbr of strings | 5 |
| Category | 5-string bass | Material | nickel |
| Draw | 40-60-80-100-120 | ||
| Type | roundwound | Feel | pleasant |
| Design | "tapered" (optimized tension) | Intonation | precise |
| Gauge | 40-120 | Durability | high |
| Tone | rich and balanced | Resistance | excellent corrosion resistance |
Questions frequently asked
What are the gauges of this 5-string bass guitar string set?
The set includes gauges 40-60-80-100-120, starting with a .040 first string. This configuration is intended for a 5-string bass.
Is the Dunlop Nickel Tapered 40-120 set roundwound?
The roundwound construction is paired with nickel winding. It provides a defined response, with solid lows and present mids.
What does the tapered design on the 120 gauge string mean?
The tapered design corresponds to optimized tension. It contributes to a softer feel and sharper attack on a 5-string bass.
Are these strings suitable for fingerstyle and slap playing?
The set is designed to maintain controlled dynamics for fingerstyle, pick playing, and slap. The nickel roundwound provides a consistent feel under the hand.
What is the corrosion resistance of these nickel strings?
An excellent corrosion resistance is stated for this nickel set. Durability is also indicated as high, with precise intonation.



