D'Addario XLB035 Strune za bas kitaro

Bright, Articulate Tone for Long-Scale Bass

The D'Addario XLB035 is a single nickel-wound bass guitar string built for long-scale instruments, designed as a drop-in replacement or a building block for a custom set. Wound with nickel-plated steel over a round core, it produces the bright, cutting tone with clear fundamentals that has defined the XL Nickel series for decades. At .035" gauge, it serves as the D string on a standard 4-string long-scale bass or the A string on a 5-string, giving players a precise match for the most commonly replaced position on the instrument. Unlike coated strings, this uncoated wrap delivers immediate attack and full harmonic content right out of the package. Designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA at D'Addario's New York production facility, this single string carries the consistency and quality control the brand maintains across its full string lineup.

Technical Specifications

• Gauge: .035" / 0.89 mm
• Number of Strings: 1
• Wrap Material: Nickel-Plated Steel
• Construction: Round Wound
• Coating: Uncoated
• Set Type: Singles
• Compatible With: Long Scale bass guitars
• Origin: Made in the USA

Who It's For

The XLB035 is the right choice for bass players who need a reliable replacement string for the D position on a long-scale 4-string or the A position on a 5-string without buying a full new set. It suits players who prefer the bright, articulate character of nickel-plated steel over the warmer, darker profile of pure nickel or flatwound strings — a tone that sits well in rock, pop, funk, country, and gospel mixes. The uncoated round-wound construction appeals to those who want maximum attack and string noise, including slap and pick players who rely on aggressive transient response. It also works as a building block for players building custom gauge sets, allowing them to mix and match individual strings to fine-tune tension and feel. Whether replacing a broken string mid-gig or dialing in a personalized setup, this single string delivers the consistency and tone the XL Nickel line is built on.