Tension Chart

		Diameter		Tension
Item #	Note	Inches	mm	lbs	kg
XLB045	G	0.0450	1.1430	42.520	19.290
XLB018P	G	0.0180	0.4572	33.040	14.990
XLB065	D	0.0650	1.6510	48.350	21.930
XLB028W	D	0.0280	0.7112	38.470	17.450
XLB080	A	0.0800	2.0320	40.050	18.170
XLB040	A	0.0400	1.0160	40.840	18.530
XLB100	E	0.1000	2.5400	34.720	15.750
XLB050	E	0.0500	1.2700	35.570	16.130

Description

EXL170-8 is a 8-string version of the best-selling D’Addario bass set. With the addition of octave strings, this set offers the ideal combination of distinctive bright, booming tone and comfortable feel. The most versatile and universally appealing set for all playing styles. Fits long scale 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.

• 8-string version of D'Addario's best selling bass guitar set
• Round wound with nickelplated steel for a distinctive bright tone with clear fundamentals
• Fits long scale basses with a string scale length of up to 36 1/4 inches
• Made in the U.S.A. for the highest quality and performance
• String Gauges: Wound .045, .018p .065, .028, .080, .040, .100, .050
• Environmentally friendly, corrosion resistant packaging for strings that are always fresh