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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Corelli 300 1/2 and 1/4 Size Upright Bass Strings (Nickel)
Savarez
Our Low Price: $130.00These strings can essentially be considered the smaller-scale version of the 380 series strings for 3/4 size bass. They are made with nickel, which compared to the 350 series strings (which use tungsten/steel), are a little less "brash" and "bright" for...- FREE SHIPPING:
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- These strings sold only in SETS
Our Low Price: $130.00 -
Sets & Singles Available
Corelli 350 1/2 and 1/4 Size Upright Bass Strings (Tungsten)
Savarez
Our Low Price: $168.00These strings (in their 3/4 size incarnation) are my personal favorite for my own particular double bass needs -- but that doesn't mean they are perfect for you. I like them for their versatility and articulate sound. These are not your Daddy's doghouse...- FREE SHIPPING:
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- Multiple Sets & Single Strings Available
Our Low Price: $168.00 -
Sets & Singles Available
Corelli 360 SOLO Tuning Upright Bass Strings
Savarez
Our Low Price: $168.00These strings are one of my personal favorites for my own particular double bass needs -- but that doesn't mean they are perfect for you. I like them for their versatility and articulate sound. These are not your Daddy's doghouse bass string... unlike...- FREE SHIPPING:
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- PRODUCT OPTIONS:
- Multiple Sets & Single Strings Available
Our Low Price: $168.00 -
Sets & Singles Available
Corelli 370 Upright Bass Strings
Savarez
Our Low Price: $168.00I've chosen to keep this classic product description in Bob's voice (he wrote this text over 20 years ago, and we've been using it from the very beginning). We've carried the Corelli strings for over 20 years and they've always been very popular here...- FREE SHIPPING:
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Our Low Price: $168.00 -
Sets & Singles Available
Corelli 380 (Nickel) Upright Bass Strings
Savarez
Our Low Price: $119.25Corelli's 370 strings are among my personal favorites for my own particular double bass needs. Corelli's 380 strings offer an even more affordable alternative, making them a good student string. While similar in design, the 380 strings are a bit...- FREE SHIPPING:
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- Multiple Sets & Single Strings Available
Our Low Price: $119.25 -
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Crossovers String Set for the NS Design Basses
GHS
Special Price: $69.00Regular Price $74.00Note: These strings are specially designed to exclusively fit the FULL SIZE (41.5" scale) basses manufactured by NS Design (NXT, CR, EU and WAV4 models). Those full-scale electric upright basses are the only instruments you can use these strings on. They...- FREE SHIPPING:
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- Multiple Sets Available
Special Price: $69.00Regular Price $74.00 -
Sets & Singles Available
Dominant SOLO Tuning Upright Bass Strings
Thomastik
Our Low Price: $350.95Dominants are a long-time favorite of a lot of players due to their gut string-like character with more stable intonation, and less susceptibility to changes due to temperature and humidity. They have a highly flexible, multi-strand Perlon (like nylon)...- FREE SHIPPING:
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- Set & Single Strings Available
Our Low Price: $350.95 -
Sets & Singles Available
Dominant Upright Bass Strings
Thomastik
Our Low Price: $350.95Dominants are a long-time favorite of a lot of players due to their gut string-like character with more stable intonation, and less susceptibility to changes due to temperature and humidity. They have a highly flexible, multi-strand Perlon (like nylon)...- FREE SHIPPING:
- To all 50 US States
- PRODUCT OPTIONS:
- Set & Single Strings Available
Our Low Price: $350.95 -
Drill Bit String Peg Winder
D Addario
Our Low Price: $6.50SAVE THE HANDS!! Here in the shop, we often have to do quick string changes. Without this little tool, it would be a lot more of a hassle. It's wide enough to fit most upright bass tuning machine heads (though not the Sloane tuners, unfortunately) as...- Small Accessory:
- This item ships FREE (USA) in a cart totaling $100 or more
Our Low Price: $6.50 -
Sets & Singles Available
Eudoxa Gut (Silver Flatwound) Upright Bass Strings
Pirastro
Our Low Price: $936.15These strings generate a lot of requests, and I can say that they are popular among jazz players who want a little more brightness and a smoother bowing surface out of their gut strings. A more "traditional" wound gut string would be the Olivs, also from...- FREE SHIPPING:
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Our Low Price: $936.15 -
Eurosonic Orchestra Upright Bass Strings
Eurosonic
Our Low Price: $159.00The Eurosonic tapewound strings have developed a cult-like following with many bassists over the last 2+ decades that we've carried them. Made in Poland, they are well-made, durable strings. Now we're adding this "orchestra-flavored" string from this...- FREE SHIPPING:
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- Only available as 4-string sets at this time
Our Low Price: $159.00 -
Sets & Singles Available
Eurosonic White Tapewound Upright Bass Strings
Eurosonic
Our Low Price: $167.00Do you need a durable alternative to more costly and problematic gut strings, for playing aggressive styles like rockabilly, or acoustic bluegrass - maybe even old-school jazz? Presto! I have your answer. These strings have developed a cult-like...- FREE SHIPPING:
- To all 50 US States
- PRODUCT OPTIONS:
- Multiple Sets & Single Strings Available
Our Low Price: $167.00