---
product_id: 48385037
title: "DR Strings BKB-45 BLACK BEAUTIES™ - BLACK Coloured Bass Strings: Medium 45-105"
brand: "dr strings"
price: "€ 81.20"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Dr Strings"
url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/48385037-dr-strings-bkb-45-black-beauties-black-coloured-bass-strings
store_origin: HR
region: Croatia
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# Extended string life with ultra-thin coating Medium gauge 45-105 for balanced tone Black polymer coating for sleek aesthetics DR Strings BKB-45 BLACK BEAUTIES™ - BLACK Coloured Bass Strings: Medium 45-105

**Brand:** dr strings
**Price:** € 81.20
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖤 Elevate your bass game with the iconic Black Beauties™ – where style meets sonic power!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** DR Strings BKB-45 BLACK BEAUTIES™ - BLACK Coloured Bass Strings: Medium 45-105 by dr strings
- **How much does it cost?** € 81.20 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/48385037-dr-strings-bkb-45-black-beauties-black-coloured-bass-strings)

## Best For

- dr strings enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted dr strings brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Medium Gauge Precision:** Perfect balance of playability and rich sound for pros
- • **Signature DR Crisp Tone:** Experience unmatched clarity and volume with every pluck
- • **Long-Lasting Performance:** Ultra-thin coating extends string life, so you play longer without compromise
- • **Sleek Black Polymer Coat:** Stand out on stage with a bold, stylish look that lasts
- • **Handmade Quality Assurance:** Crafted meticulously for consistent performance and durability

## Overview

DR Strings BKB-45 BLACK BEAUTIES™ are medium gauge (45-105) bass strings featuring a hand-applied black polymer coating on stainless steel for a sleek look and extended durability. Known for their signature crisp tone, clarity, and volume, these strings combine professional-grade craftsmanship with long-lasting performance, making them a top choice for discerning bassists seeking both style and substance.

## Description

From the manufacturer DR Strings Black Beauties Bass Strings BLACK BEAUTIES Black Coloured Bass Strings aren’t just about the sleek and sophisticated look. They feature a round core wire and a stainless-steel wrap wire to maintain brightness and feel. All strings in the set are coated with a jet-black version of DR’s K3 ultra-hard coating, delivering longevity, more projection, fewer unwanted overtones, and outstanding clarity and articulation. Geezer Butler (Black Sabbath) plays Black Beauties "Not only the best sounding strings, the best looking strings, and the best string company, but the only strings that don't give me blisters!" DR Strings Black Beauties Construction About DR Strings DR Strings is a family company based in New Jersey, USA. In 1989 DR Strings re-introduced the craftsmanship of handmade roundcore strings to the mass market. Today, every DR String is still handmade in the USA.

Review: The best strings I’ve used - I use these strings mainly on a passive bass, although I have just upgraded the tone capsule on an active bass and that will get a set of these too. When you install them, they are very bright and you can shape a real grind into the tone. Which very much suits the punk and metal that I play. You can take that away with the tone pots, maybe just play with your thumb and get a real deep jazz sound. Naturally, picking at the neck gives you a great sound. I used to buy DR flatwounds for my BEAD bass. I’m not too sure if I’ll go back to flats as these share similar traits, eg with the coating, they are pretty smooth Great strings for great price. I would prefer a 130 string for the B.
Review: Wow great strings - I was looking for tapewound to replace my old flatwounds on my 75 fender and I came across these . I needed a replacement quick has I had a gig in 2 days time I decided to give them a go! I got them the next day and fitted them straight away hopefully giving them time to settle in. The sound difference was immediately obvious even without the amp. I played them for a while tweeking the tuning and very quickly they stayed in tune. The gig the next evening I got to plug in and wow what a sound the other band members couldn't compliment them enough crisp clear and deep I love them and they will be my go to strings in the future

## Features

- Gauge: Medium
- Hand-made with black polymer coat
- Signature crisp tone, clarity, and volume of DR's traditional handmade strings
- Super-thin coating on the plain strings and on the wrap wire
- Extended string life

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000EEJH9C |
| Best Sellers Rank | 2,333 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 7 in Bass Guitar Strings |
| Body Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Brand | DR Strings |
| Brand Name | DR Strings |
| Coating Description | Coated |
| Coating description | Coated |
| Colour | Black |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 2,888 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Unfinished |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00600781001137 |
| Included Components | Set of 4 bass guitar strings |
| Instrument | Bass Guitar |
| Item Type Name | Bass strings for 4 string bass 45-105 |
| Item Weight | 0.08 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | DR Strings |
| Manufacturer Part Number | BKB-45 |
| Material Type | Stainless steel |
| Model Name | BKB-45 |
| Model Number | BKB-45 |
| Product Warranty | 1 year manufactor. |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Low |
| Set Name | Bass String Set |
| String Gauge | Medium |
| String Material Type | Metal |
| String gauge | Medium |
| String material type | Metal |
| UPC | 600781001137 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** DR Strings
- **String gauge:** Medium
- **Colour:** Black
- **Instrument:** Bass Guitar
- **String material type:** Coated

## Images

![DR Strings BKB-45 BLACK BEAUTIES™ - BLACK Coloured Bass Strings: Medium 45-105 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81GE767M5tL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: would like to see black beauty flat wound short scale???**
A: That would be amazing!  We have offered Black Beauty Round Wounds for Short Scale before.  We are waiting for more to be manufactured but do not have a definite ETA.  Coated Flats would be very very difficult to make.  Flats are polished smooth after the flat ribbon wire is wound.  Unfortunately if they were coated they would not be able to be polished so will not be nearly as sooth as a traditional flatwound.  Maybe look at Black Nylon Tapewounds if you would like a black flat string. 

Jason 
FretNation

**Q: Does this have these 4 strings: 45, 65, 85, 105?**
A: Yes, this is the standard guage .45, .65, .85, .105 (5 string set has a .125 B string, 6 string set has a .35 for the high C string as well as the .125 low B). Hope I've helped

**Q: Will this fit Fender mustang?**
A: These will fit any standard 34" or 35" scale 4 string electric bass.
Measure from bridge to nut to find out the scale length of your instrument.

**Q: Does the black come off on your fingers**
A: The coating wears off eventually, but my uncontested strings leave way more black on my fingers than these do.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best strings I’ve used
*by E***O on 23 April 2022*

I use these strings mainly on a passive bass, although I have just upgraded the tone capsule on an active bass and that will get a set of these too. When you install them, they are very bright and you can shape a real grind into the tone. Which very much suits the punk and metal that I play. You can take that away with the tone pots, maybe just play with your thumb and get a real deep jazz sound. Naturally, picking at the neck gives you a great sound. I used to buy DR flatwounds for my BEAD bass. I’m not too sure if I’ll go back to flats as these share similar traits, eg with the coating, they are pretty smooth Great strings for great price. I would prefer a 130 string for the B.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wow great strings
*by J***R on 14 May 2023*

I was looking for tapewound to replace my old flatwounds on my 75 fender and I came across these . I needed a replacement quick has I had a gig in 2 days time I decided to give them a go! I got them the next day and fitted them straight away hopefully giving them time to settle in. The sound difference was immediately obvious even without the amp. I played them for a while tweeking the tuning and very quickly they stayed in tune. The gig the next evening I got to plug in and wow what a sound the other band members couldn't compliment them enough crisp clear and deep I love them and they will be my go to strings in the future

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to install, look great and sound even better
*by J***H on 30 April 2014*

Only started playing the bass guitar recently and wanted to get some new strings as the out of the box ones were not great. The difference to the sound outputs is amazing and well worth the money. Strings were easy to fit and look fantastic. Can't give a view on durability as not had them long enough. Expensive but in my opinion well worth the money. I am getting an equivalent set for my electric guitar!

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*Last updated: 2026-06-07*