Orchestral Helicore double bass strings are highly regarded among bassists for their warmth, clarity, and projection, making them suitable for various musical styles, including classical, jazz, and folk. Featuring a multi-strand synthetic core, these strings offer a rich tonal quality reminiscent of gut strings while maintaining the stability and durability expected from artificial materials. This reliability is essential for musicians performing in diverse climates and conditions. The medium gauge is popular for its versatility, allowing for powerful bowing and delicate pizzicato techniques, making blending and tuning in ensemble settings easier.
Additionally, Helicore strings have a quicker break-in period than many other synthetic or gut options, enabling players to achieve their desired tonal qualities more rapidly without extensive adjustments. This immediate response is particularly beneficial for those preparing for concerts or recordings. Overall, orchestral Helicore double bass strings provide an excellent balance of playability, tonal richness, and durability, catering to a wide range of playing styles and making them a standout choice for musicians at any level.
Helicore Orchestral bass strings produce warm tones with excellent bow response. Their unique core design makes them easy to play, optimized for arco use, and works for pizzicato with a warm sound and less sustain.
• The construction is ball-end
• The core material is stranded steel
• They have clear and focused articulation
• They are optimized for arco use
• They pair well with various instrument types and musical styles
• D'Addario strings are made in the USA with proprietary core technology
Helicore Orchestral bass strings produce warm tones with excellent bow response. Their unique core design makes them easy to play, optimized for arco use, and works for pizzicato with a warm sound and less sustain.
• The construction is ball-end
• The core material is stranded steel
• They have clear and focused articulation
• They are optimized for arco use
• They pair well with various instrument types and musical styles
• D'Addario strings are made in the USA with proprietary core technology
Helicore Orchestral bass strings produce warm tones with excellent bow response. Their unique core design makes them easy to play, optimized for arco use, and works for pizzicato with a warm sound and less sustain.
• The construction is ball-end
• The core material is stranded steel
• They have clear and focused articulation
• They are optimized for arco use
• They pair well with various instrument types and musical styles
• D'Addario strings are made in the USA with proprietary core technology
Helicore Orchestral bass strings produce warm tones with excellent bow response. Their unique core design makes them easy to play, optimized for arco use, and works for pizzicato with a warm sound and less sustain.
• The construction is ball-end
• The core material is stranded steel
• They have clear and focused articulation
• They are optimized for arco use
• They pair well with various instrument types and musical styles
• D'Addario strings are made in the USA with proprietary core technology
Helicore Orchestral bass strings produce warm tones with excellent bow response. Their unique core design makes them easy to play, optimized for arco use, and works for pizzicato with a warm sound and less sustain.
• The construction is ball-end
• The core material is stranded steel
• They have clear and focused articulation
• They are optimized for arco use
• They pair well with various instrument types and musical styles
• D'Addario strings are made in the USA with proprietary core technology
D'Addario's Helicore Orchestral Bass Extended E String is a medium-tension nickel-wound string for 3/4 size basses with a warm tone and excellent bow response. Ideal for arco and pizzicato playing styles.
• Medium tension
• Optimized for arco use
• This is a 3/4 size bass with a playing length of 41 3/4 inches (1060mm).
• All D'Addario strings are made in the U.S.A. with strict quality controls.
• Its stranded steel core ensures optimal playability and creates a warm tone.
