La Bella SS40-B Super Steps | Stainless Exposed Core | 40-118 | 5-String Long Scale Strings

La Bella SS40-B Super Steps | Stainless Exposed Core | 40-118 | 5-String Long Scale Strings

Step into the spotlight with a 5-string set designed for the modern soloist and technical bassist. La Bella Super Steps feature a unique exposed core design that enhances high overtone content and provides an exceptionally quick, piano-like response. Montances Guitar Wiring is the Official Distributor of La Bella Strings in the Philippines.

• String Gauges:

• SS40-B Extra Light: .040, .060, .075, .095, .118

Key Features & Tonal Benefits:

• Exposed Core "Step" Winding: By exposing the core at the bridge, these strings allow for maximum vibration and brilliant, hi-fi clarity with rich harmonic overtones.

• Stainless Steel Round Wound: Delivers a bright, aggressive attack and superior sustain, ensuring your low B remains articulate and punchy.

• Lightning-Fast Response: Engineered for technical precision, offering a highly sensitive tactile feel that reacts instantly to slap, pop, and tapping techniques.

• Modern Soloist’s Projection: Specifically voiced to provide a "piano-string" clarity that cuts through dense mixes with defined lows and crisp, singing highs.

Available Options / Set Profile:

• Set Profile: 40-118 Extra Light

• Description: An extra-light 5-string set providing effortless playability and high flexibility for technical styles and complex chordal work.

Technical Specifications:

• Core Material: Hexagonal Steel Core (Exposed at Bridge)

• Winding Material: Stainless Steel Round Wound

• End Type: Ball End (Step-Wound / Tapered)

• Scale Length: Standard Long Scale (37" Ball-End to Silk)

• Origin: Made in the USA at La Bella's New York Factory

What’s Inside?

1 x Set of 5 La Bella SS40-B Super Steps Bass Strings in MAP Packaging

Ideal For:

5-string bassists and soloists who require a bright, modern sound with high overtone content and a flexible, fast-playing feel across all five strings.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

• Q: Will the exposed core sit correctly on my bridge?

• A: These strings are designed for standard 34" scale basses with top-loading bridges. The exposed section extends approximately 2" from the ball-end to ensure it clears the saddle of most standard bridge designs.

• Q: Do I need to adjust my bass when switching to Super Steps?

• A: Yes. Because the exposed core is thinner than a fully wound string, it will sit lower in your bridge saddle. You will likely need to raise your bridge saddles slightly to maintain your preferred action.

• Q: Can I use this set for a string-through-body setup?

• A: No. Super Steps are strictly for top-loading bridges. The exposed core cannot handle the sharp break angle of a through-body bridge and may snap or fail if installed that way.

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.