FULLER MIDS & LOWER-TENSION FEEL NICKEL, STAINLESS STEEL & FLATWOUND OPTIONS 4-STRING & 5-STRING SETS 34" LONG SCALE & 35" XL OPTIONS EXPERT TECHNICAL SUPPORT IN STOCK MEANS IN STOCK SADOWSKY BLUE LABEL BASS STRINGS Sadowsky Blue Label bass strings are built for players who want fuller mids, a comfortable lower-tension feel, and plenty of response from their instrument. Blue Label is Sadowsky's most comprehensive string family, and we stock a broad selection for 4-string and 5-string basses in Bright Nickel, Stainless Steel, and Stainless Steel Flatwound configurations. WHICH STRING TYPE SHOULD I CHOOSE? Bright Nickel: Warmer and smoother under the fingers than stainless steel while retaining enough brightness to cut through a mix. A great all-around choice when you want clarity without the more aggressive top end of stainless. Stainless Steel: The brightest and most aggressive Blue Label option. Choose stainless for maximum attack, articulation, and presence—especially for slap, funk, or a modern cutting bass tone. Stainless Steel Flatwound: Sadowsky's re-engineered flatwound combines a true vintage sound and feel with improved tone, feel, and consistency. A strong, focused fundamental helps the bass sit naturally in the mix, making these a distinctly different option from the Blue Label roundwounds. CHOOSING THE RIGHT SET 4 String 45-105: Available in Bright Nickel, Stainless Steel, or Stainless Steel Flatwound. 5 String Nickel Taperwound 40-125: A lighter 5-string set with a tapered .125 B string for players who prefer a more flexible feel. 5 String Nickel Taperwound 45-130: A medium-gauge 5-string set with a tapered .130 B string and the warmer, smoother character of Bright Nickel. 5 String Stainless Steel Taperwound 45-130: The same 45-130 gauge range with the brighter attack and more aggressive character of stainless steel. 5 String Stainless Steel Flatwound Taperwound 45-130: Sadowsky's premium flatwound option for 5-string bass, combining a tapered .130 B string with a vintage-inspired sound, smooth flatwound feel, and strong fundamental. 5 String Nickel Taperwound XL 45-130: Extra-long 35" scale version of the Bright Nickel 45-130 set for basses requiring additional winding length. Important: Sadowsky Blue Label bass strings are designed for top-loading bridges and are not recommended for through-body stringing. ROUNDWOUND STRING GAUGES 4 String Nickel 45-105 .045, .065, .085, .105 4 String Stainless Steel 45-105 .045, .065, .085, .105 5 String Nickel Taperwound 40-125 .040, .060, .080, .100, .125T 5 String Nickel Taperwound 45-130 .045, .065, .085, .105, .130T 5 String Stainless Steel Taperwound 45-130 .045, .065, .085, .105, .130T 5 String Nickel Taperwound XL 45-130 .045, .065, .085, .105, .130T FLATWOUND STRING GAUGES 4 String Stainless Steel Flatwound 45-105 .045, .065, .085, .105 5 String Stainless Steel Flatwound Taperwound 45-130 .045, .065, .085, .105, .130T CONSTRUCTION & FIT Core: Hex core 5-String B Strings: Taperwound on the 5-string sets stocked here Standard Length: Long Scale / 34" XL Variant: Extra Long Scale / 35" Bridge Compatibility: Designed for top-loading bridges; not recommended for through-body stringing Please confirm the correct gauge and length for your bass before ordering. Opened string sets cannot be returned.