--- product_id: 10499266 title: "D'Addario XL Nickel Bass Guitar Strings 45-135, 5-String Set" brand: "d'addario" price: "¥9548" currency: JPY in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "D'addario" url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/10499266-daddario-xl-nickel-bass-guitar-strings-45-135-5-string store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # 5-string set for extended range Hex-Core tech for perfect intonation Made in USA, premium quality D'Addario XL Nickel Bass Guitar Strings 45-135, 5-String Set **Brand:** d'addario **Price:** ¥9548 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your groove with strings that never quit! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** D'Addario XL Nickel Bass Guitar Strings 45-135, 5-String Set by d'addario - **How much does it cost?** ¥9548 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/10499266-daddario-xl-nickel-bass-guitar-strings-45-135-5-string) ## Best For - d'addario enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted d'addario brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Bright, Tight Tone:** Nickel-plated steel wrap delivers a versatile, crisp sound that cuts through any mix. - • **Eco-Friendly Rewards:** Register your recyclable packaging to earn exclusive Players Circle points. - • **Extended Range Power:** Includes .135 Low B string for deep, powerful bass that commands the stage. - • **Precision Engineered:** Proprietary Hex-Core ensures flawless intonation and smooth playability every time. - • **The Player’s Choice:** Trusted by pros worldwide for consistent, booming tight lows and clear fundamentals. ## Overview D'Addario XL Nickel 5-string bass guitar strings (45-135 gauge) combine premium nickel-plated steel wrap with a high-carbon Hex-Core for bright tone, precise intonation, and durable performance. Made in the USA, these strings deliver tight lows and clear fundamentals favored by professional bassists across genres, with eco-conscious packaging that rewards your loyalty. ## Description Product Description XL Nickel are the industry standard in electric bass strings. With their clear fundamentals, booming tight lows, and reliable D’Addario construction, they’re trusted by players everywhere to handle any performance. XL Nickel bass strings are made with a high carbon steel core and wound with nickel-plated steel wrap wire, for consistently bright tone and smooth playability, great for a wide variety of bass styles. From the Manufacturer EXL165-5 is the 5-string version of the most popular D’Addario hybrid bass set which combines the high strings from an EXL170 (.45 and .60) with the low strings from an EXL160 (.85 and .105). With the addition of the .135 Low B string, this set is optimal for players looking for the ideal combination of comfortable playing tension, clear fundamentals and booming, tight lows. Fits basses with a string scale length of up to 36 1/4 inches. D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric Bass strings are world-renowned as "The Player's Choice" amongst bass players of all genres and styles. All XL strings are precision wound on our exclusive digitally-controlled machines, ensuring each string has excellent intonation, clear fundamentals, and unparalleled consistency. Each string is wound with a nickelplated steel wrap wire known for distinctive bright tone with excellent magnetic output delivering a universally appealing and versatile tone for all playing styles.D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known as The Players Choice with a reputation for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario's innovative, packaging reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set. Review: A good, solid bass string. - A good solid string. I use these on my 5 string that I tune down as far as a whole step. Even tone, and not too hard on the fingers. Review: Ok - Buenas cuerdas ## Features - THE PLAYERS CHOICE – With their clear fundamentals, booming tight lows, and reliable D’Addario construction, they’re trusted by players everywhere to handle any performance. - TIGHT, BRIGHT TONE – Nickel-plated steel wrap wire provides a bright, tight bass sound, great for a variety of musical genres. - FOR THE ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE – Like all D’Addario bass strings, XL Nickel are made with our proprietary Hex-Core, ensuring perfect intonation, consistent feel, and powerful durability. - EARN REWARD POINTS - XL Nickel bass sets have a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points. - MADE IN THE USA – XL Nickel bass guitar strings are made in the USA—drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0035IU2KW | | Best Sellers Rank | #237 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #2 in Bass Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Steel | | Brand | D'Addario | | Brand Name | D'Addario | | Coating Description | Coated | | Color | Silver Metallic | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 343 Reviews | | Finish Type | Uncoated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954961121 | | Included Components | Set of 5 Electric Bass Guitar Strings | | Instrument | Bass Guitar | | Item Highlight | XL Nickel bass guitar strings deliver bright tone, consistent feel, reliable tuning stability and long-lasting performance. | | Item Type Name | Guitar Strings | | Item Weight | 5.92 ounces | | Manufacturer | D'Addario &Co. Inc | | Manufacturer Part Number | EXL165-5 | | Material Type | Stainless Steel | | Model Name | EXL165-5 | | Model Number | EXL165-5 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Bass Guitar | | Set Name | Single Set | | Sound Profile | Bright, tight lows with clear fundamentals | | String Gauge | Medium | | String Material Type | Nickel Steel | | UPC | 019954961121 | | Warranty Description | Replaced if defective. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** D'Addario - **Color:** Silver Metallic - **Instrument:** Bass Guitar - **String Gauge:** Medium - **String Material Type:** Nickel Steel ## Images ![D'Addario XL Nickel Bass Guitar Strings 45-135, 5-String Set - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81zKrH+ImxL.jpg) ![D'Addario XL Nickel Bass Guitar Strings 45-135, 5-String Set - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81OI05XvbqL.jpg) ![D'Addario XL Nickel Bass Guitar Strings 45-135, 5-String Set - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Pt0GKEyxL.jpg) ![D'Addario XL Nickel Bass Guitar Strings 45-135, 5-String Set - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71J7RUSUGTL.jpg) ![D'Addario XL Nickel Bass Guitar Strings 45-135, 5-String Set - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61FD4kYDvzL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A good, solid bass string. *by J***O on March 4, 2020* A good solid string. I use these on my 5 string that I tune down as far as a whole step. Even tone, and not too hard on the fingers. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ok *by G***S on December 4, 2025* Buenas cuerdas ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excelentes cuerdas *by J***S on October 31, 2025* Excelentes cuerdas buen sonido ## Frequently Bought Together - D'Addario Bass Guitar Strings - XL Nickel - EXL165-5 - Perfect Intonation, Feel, Durability - 5 String Set - 45-135 Regular Light Top/Medium Bottom 5-String, Long Scale - Elixir Strings, Electric Guitar Strings, Nickel Plated Steel with POLYWEB Coating, Longest-Lasting Warm Tone with Comfortable Feel, 6 String Set, Light 10-46 - Elixir Strings, Electric Guitar Strings, Nickel Plated Steel with NANOWEB Coating, Longest-Lasting Bright Tone with Comfortable Feel, 6 String Set, Medium 11-49 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.jp/products/10499266-daddario-xl-nickel-bass-guitar-strings-45-135-5-string](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/10499266-daddario-xl-nickel-bass-guitar-strings-45-135-5-string) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-09-25*