La Bella RX-N5D-S | 5-String Bass String Set | 45-130 Short Scale | Nickel Roundwound Balanced
La Bella RX-N5D-S | 5-String Bass String Set | 45-130 Short Scale | Nickel Roundwound Balanced
Your bass needs the right prescription. The La Bella RX Series delivers it. Engineered with our “Focused Set Design,” each string is uniquely constructed for a perfectly balanced set. This RX-N5D-S short-scale set provides unparalleled consistency in tone, feel, and tension. More flexible and lighter than standard sets, these American-made nickel wounds offer superior comfort, making them the remedy your 5-string short-scale bass has been calling for. Montances Guitar Wiring is the Official Distributor of La Bella Strings in the Philippines.
- String Gauges:
- 5-String, Short Scale (45-130): .045, .065, .085, .105, .130
Key Features & Tonal Benefits:
- Scale-Optimized Fitment: The 32.25" winding length is specifically designed for 30"-32" scale basses, ensuring the low B-string sits correctly on the nut.
- Focused Set Design: Creates exceptional string-to-string balance in tone, volume, and feel across the fretboard, essential for 5-string clarity.
- Flexible Round Wound Construction: This lower-tension feel allows for effortless vibrato, bends, and highly expressive playing with reduced fatigue.
- Nickel-Plated American Steel: Produces a versatile, warm tone with clear fundamentals and rich harmonic overtones.
Available Options / Set Profile:
- Set Profile: 5-String Medium Tension, Short Scale
- Description: A versatile medium-light set perfectly sized for 5-string short scale basses, providing the punch of a standard gauge with the comfortable RX feel.
Technical Specifications:
- Core Material: Hex Core
- Winding Material: Nickel-Plated Round Wound
- Tension: Flexible / Light
- Scale Length: Short Scale (32.25" Winding)
- Origin: Made in the USA at La Bella's New York Factory
What’s Inside?
- 1 x Set of 5 La Bella RX-N5D-S 5-String Bass Strings (45-130) in MAP Packaging
Ideal For:
Players of 5-string short scale basses, studio musicians seeking tonal consistency, touring players needing durable strings, and bassists preferring a lighter, more comfortable feel.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
- Q: How does the RX Series compare to standard sets?
- A: RX strings are more flexible and have a lighter tension, making them noticeably more comfortable and easier to play.
- Q: Are these strings good for slapping?
- A: Yes. Their flexibility and bright nickel winding provide a punchy slap tone without the stiffness of higher tension strings.
- Q: What does "Short Scale" winding mean?
- A: The 32.25" winding length is designed for basses around a 30-32" scale, ensuring the string's taper begins after the nut.
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.