Dunlop DBSBN45125 Nickel Wound Nickel Plated Steel Medium 5C 45-125
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Jim Dunlop
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A versatile set for studio, rehearsal, and stage
The Jim Dunlop DBSBN45125 are designed for 5-string bassists seeking a reliable set capable of covering multiple registers without compromise. Their nickel wound construction in nickel-plated steel delivers an effective combination of clarity, power, and warmth, whether you play fingerstyle, with a pick, or slap. The 45-125 gauge provides balanced tension, perfect for maintaining a precise low B string while retaining good flexibility on the higher strings.
Technical specifications
| Tension | Medium | 1st cord pull | 45 |
| Type of cord attachment | Ball end | Nbr of strings | 5 |
| Category | 5-string bass | Spun | round |
| Classification | Medium | Material | nickel-plated steel |
| Draw | 45-65-85-105-125 | Special feature | long scale |
| Winding | Nickel Wound | Tensions | 45-125 |
| Gauge | medium 5C | Tone | rich and deep sound |
Questions frequently asked
Are these strings suitable for a 5-string long scale bass?
This set is designed for 5-string basses and features the long scale specification.
What is the gauge of the Dunlop DBSBN45125?
The full gauge set is 45-65-85-105-125. The first string measures .045 and the B string reaches .125.
What tone do nickel-plated steel bass strings provide?
The round wound nickel-plated steel offers a rich and deep sound. This construction combines clarity, power, and warmth.
Does the .125 B string maintain appropriate tension?
With its .125 gauge, the B string is designed to maintain precise tension. The higher strings remain more flexible thanks to the .045 gauge.
Are these strings suitable for slap and pick playing?
The Nickel Wound design allows for playing with fingers, a pick, or slap technique.



