Upright Bass Strings
So Many String Choices... What Should You Choose?
We carry an extensive selection of strings for upright basses. We also only have genuine strings; we get all of our strings from factory-authorized sources (despite protestations on their websites, I can assure you that I know that some of our competitors, touting their "lower than anyone" prices, do NOT. And many of their prices are higher than ours, anyway!) We also rotate string stock so you don't get "old" strings.
While it's great that we have so many to choose from, which ones will be best for you? There is so much to know about the character, tone, playability, construction, tension... strings for double basses can vary quite widely. Check out our String Buyer's Guides for help (Click "Bass Gear Buyer's Guides," just under our logo in the upper left.)
Single Strings Also Available for Purchase Separately
You don't need to buy a whole set to get the one string you need. Order individual strings from almost every set we sell; choosing single strings you can add to your cart is self-explanatory on each string page - and string singles and sets always ship free to all 50 US States!
We also have several FAQ's (Frequently Asked Questions) about strings, including a guide for changing your own strings, in our collection of free resources. And, of course, we're here for you -- you can always email or call us to help you narrow down the choices.
- 3/4 and 4/4 Size
- 1/2 and 1/4 Size
- 1/8 and 1/10 Size
- For Electric Upright Bass (EUB)
- String Accessories
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Obligato Fifths Tuning Upright Bass Strings
Pirastro
Our Low Price: $332.72This set is specifically designed for 5ths (aka "cello") tuning. From bottom to top, the tuning is C-G-D-A. Tuning these strings to standard E-A-D-G pitches will be incredibly difficult to play and probably damage your bass. Standard, and solo-tuning...- FREE SHIPPING:
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Our Low Price: $332.72 -
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Takeoff set - OEM NS Electric Contemporary for NS Design Electric Upright Basses NS610
D Addario
Special Price: $60.00Regular Price $118.00Important: These strings are "take-offs" - which means that they are strings that had been installed on a brand new NS Design electric upright bass from the factory. They were removed and replaced by a different string set requested by the customer who...- FREE SHIPPING:
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Special Price: $60.00Regular Price $118.00 -
Chorda Gut Upright Bass Strings
Pirastro
Our Low Price: $692.01Pirastro Chorda Gut Strings These strings are manufactured, wound and polished in the traditional way, by hand, and made of gut. Gut strings are the original "old-school" sound, but the wound (with silver-plated copper wire) A and E provide easier play...- PRODUCT OPTIONS:
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Jazzer MEDIUM Upright Bass Strings
Pirastro
Our Low Price: $269.58The Jazzer ropecore steel strings are recommended by Pirastro for pizzicato players, though they can also be a good hybrid string for players who gig many styles. I've not had the opportunity to play a set in quite a while, so I'll pass on their...- FREE SHIPPING:
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String Sets for the Eminence Electric Upright Bass
D Addario
Our Low Price: $165.00The Eminence electric upright bass is a longtime favorite of ours, and of our customers. It is capable of handling a large number of strings designed for 3/4 size upright basses, but if you were happy with the sound and feel provided by the stock...- FREE SHIPPING:
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Our Low Price: $165.00 -
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Super-Sensitive Red Label Upright Bass Strings
D Addario
Special Price: $95.00Regular Price $104.50These are the classic student string; a solid core steel string with nickel winding. This is the string that is commonly recommended by Suzuki Method instructors and music teachers, as it is affordable, durable, and consistent. It is quite often found on...- FREE SHIPPING:
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Special Price: $95.00Regular Price $104.50 -
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Palatino Alloy Steel 3/4 Size Upright Bass String Set - Special Purchase
AXL
Special Price: $70.00Regular Price $179.00These strings are a special purchase that we were able to obtain for a really good price. They are an excellent choice as a "hybrid" string - they can be plucked (pizzicato) or bowed (arco). Tonally, they have a good response with a strong, powerful...- Free Shipping:
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Special Price: $70.00Regular Price $179.00 -
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Heritage LEGACY Upright Bass Strings - NOS Single Strings
Kolstein
Special Price: $35.00Regular Price $50.00Orchestral/Jazz Perlon Bass Strings The Kolstein Heritage strings were designed by Kolstein Music, Inc. -- a well-known shop in New York with a long-standing reputation for excellence. So what are the Heritage Bass Strings all about? They are a Perlon...- FREE SHIPPING:
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Permanent Upright Bass Strings
Pirastro
Our Low Price: $259.00These stable, rope-core strings are particularly suited for arco and solo playing. They have a clear and well-focused sound, very quick response, with big volume and very good projection. The core material is a high-tensile rope made from carbon steel...- Special Order Item:
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Our Low Price: $259.00 -
Traditional-Style String Set for NS Design OmniBass
Lenzner
Our Low Price: $149.00The stock strings for the OmniBass from NS Design are a punchy, bright-timbred string. While - in my opinion - they sound kind of "electric," they certainly have their proponents, and they do work well in a lot of contexts. You can also use many...- Free Shipping:
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Our Low Price: $149.00 -
Flat-Chromesteel Upright Bass Strings
Pirastro
Our Low Price: $298.67The core material is a high-tensile rope made from carbon steel, which is subsequently wound with chrome steel. The arco for these strings is very clear, with a brilliant sound and very quick response. Particularly good for solo playing, as they have...- Special Order Item:
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Our Low Price: $298.67 -
Flexocor Upright Bass Strings
Pirastro
Our Low Price: $274.02The core material of this string is a high-tensile rope made from carbon steel which is wound with chrome steel. It is a very good all-around orchestral string, as it has a very familiar and typical warm bowed tone with a quick response and short sustain...- Special Order Item:
- May require ordering from manufacturer
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Our Low Price: $274.02