La Bella 767-6F Bass VI | 6-String Bass String Set | 26-95 Short Scale | Stainless Flatwound
La Bella 767-6F Bass VI | 6-String Bass String Set | 26-95 Short Scale | Stainless Flatwound
The essential upgrade for your Bass VI. This set is specifically engineered to fix the most common issues with 30" scale instruments, providing the correct tension and gauges to eliminate "floppy" low strings and solve intonation problems. Hand-wound with stainless steel flat ribbon, these strings deliver the deep, thumpy, and smooth tone that flatwounds are famous for. Montances Guitar Wiring is the Official Distributor of La Bella Strings in the Philippines.
- String Gauges:
- 6-String, Bass VI (26-95): .026, .035, .044, .056, .075, .095
Key Features & Tonal Benefits:
- Designed for Bass VI: Specifically constructed with proper gauges, taper, and small ball-ends to perfectly fit Fender, Squier, and other 30" scale Bass VI instruments.
- Solves Tension & Intonation Issues: This set is the "must-have" upgrade, famous for correcting the floppy low E string and poor intonation found with stock strings.
- Stainless Steel Flat Wound: The hand-polished, smooth surface provides a deep, "thumpy" vintage tone, eliminates finger noise, and is incredibly long-lasting.
- Tuned E to E: A unique 6-string set tuned to standard guitar tuning, but one octave lower, providing versatility for both bass and guitar players.
Available Options / Set Profile:
- Set Profile: 6-String Custom Tension, Bass VI Scale
- Description: A custom flatwound set optimized for E-A-D-G-B-E tuning (octave down), providing superior tension, clarity, and the definitive vintage tone for Bass VI instruments.
Technical Specifications:
- Core Material: Hex Core
- Winding Material: Stainless Steel Flat Wound (Hand-Polished)
- Tension: Custom Calibrated
- Scale Length: Bass VI (30" Scale)
- Origin: Made in the USA at La Bella's New York Factory
What’s Inside?
- 1 x Set of 6 La Bella 767-6F Bass VI Stainless Flatwound Strings (26-95) in MAP Packaging
Ideal For:
Fender Bass VI and Squier Bass VI players, studio musicians seeking a classic flatwound tone, and players wanting to fix stock intonation and tension problems.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
- Q: Are these the same as 6-string bass strings?
- A: No. This set is designed specifically for a Bass VI instrument, which is tuned E-A-D-G-B-E like a guitar, but one octave lower.
- Q: Will these fit my Squier Bass VI?
- A: Yes, this set is widely considered the essential upgrade for all Squier Bass VI models. It is designed to fix the common tuning and tension issues.
- Q: What is the tone like?
- A: These strings provide the classic, deep, and thumpy sound of vintage flatwounds. The smooth surface also eliminates the "zing" and finger squeak of roundwound strings.
About La Bella Strings (Brand Story):
La Bella Strings is one of the oldest and most respected string manufacturers in the world, with a heritage dating back to the 17th century and based in New York since 1913. Renowned for their commitment to quality and innovation, La Bella strings are crafted by hand in their Newburgh, NY factory. They are the choice of professional musicians across classical, jazz, and rock genres, defining the sound of generations with legendary precision and consistency.