--- product_id: 64820894 title: "D'Addario EXL165-5 45-135 5-String Nickel Wound Custom Light Long Scale Bass Guitar Strings" brand: "d'addario" price: "€ 60.89" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 3 category: "D'addario" url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/64820894-daddario-exl165-5-45-135-5-string-nickel-wound-custom store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # 5-string hybrid tone blend Precision hex core tech Made in USA quality D'Addario EXL165-5 45-135 5-String Nickel Wound Custom Light Long Scale Bass Guitar Strings **Brand:** d'addario **Price:** € 60.89 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Elevate your groove with the ultimate 5-string bass strings! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** D'Addario EXL165-5 45-135 5-String Nickel Wound Custom Light Long Scale Bass Guitar Strings by d'addario - **How much does it cost?** € 60.89 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/64820894-daddario-exl165-5-45-135-5-string-nickel-wound-custom) ## Best For - d'addario enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted d'addario brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Hybrid Brilliance:** Combines EXL170 & EXL160 for bright highs and powerful lows - β€’ **Precision Hex Core:** Ensures stable intonation and smooth playability - β€’ **Nickel-Plated Steel:** Delivers a crisp, clear tone with lasting durability - β€’ **Long Scale Compatibility:** Perfect fit for basses up to 36 1/4 inches scale length - β€’ **Trusted Industry Standard:** Crafted with cutting-edge wire drawing tech, producing 500K+ strings daily ## Overview D'Addario EXL165-5 bass strings offer a custom light gauge nickel-plated steel set designed for long scale 5-string bass guitars. Combining the tonal qualities of EXL170 and EXL160, these strings deliver a bright, powerful sound with precise intonation, crafted in the USA with industry-leading manufacturing technology. ## Description From the manufacturer Available for Electric Guitar and Bass. XL Nickel Wound electric bass strings, long recognized as the industry standard, are ideal for a wide range of musical styles. Round wound strings have a feel and tone familiar to players plus durability and precise intonation. The precision drawn hex core was pioneered by D’Addario, to allow the wrap wire to grip the core. String winding equipment built by D'Addario creates between 500,000 and 700,000 strings per day. D'Addario's wire drawing machines produce wire to our specs, yielding high performance products. Review: I have used the product before - Good product, and thanks the distributor from Chennai. Review: Not What I Expected: Damaged and Dusty - I was disappointed with my purchase. The package arrived opened and looked quite worn, while the string itself was dusty. This gave the impression that it had been sitting around for a long time. I had higher expectations for both the quality and presentation of the product. ## Features - 5-string version of our popular hybrid EXL165 which combines EXL170 and EXL160 for ideal combination of distinctive bright and powerful low end - Round wound with nickel-plated 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 - String Gauges: Wound .045, .065, .085, .105, .135 - Made in the U.S.A. for the quality and performance ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0035IU2KW | | Best Sellers Rank | #7,512 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #28 in Bass Guitar Strings | | Brand | D'Addario | | Brand Name | D'Addario | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 333 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954961121 | | Included Components | 1- Strings set | | Instrument | Bass Guitar | | Item Type Name | Strings | | Item Weight | 0.37 Pounds | | Manufacturer | D'Addario & Co INC | | Manufacturer Part Number | EXL165-5 | | Material Type | Nickel-Plated Steel | | Model Number | EXL165-5 | | Packer Contact Information | Mihika Enterprises, H.NO 402, Mangolpur Kalan, New Delhi - 110085 | | String Gauge | Custom Light | | String Material Type | Nickel-Plated Steel | | UPC | 019954961121 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** D'Addario - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00019954961121 - **Instrument:** Bass Guitar - **String Gauge:** Custom Light - **String Material Type:** Nickel-Plated Steel ## Images ![D'Addario EXL165-5 45-135 5-String Nickel Wound Custom Light Long Scale Bass Guitar Strings - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81zKrH+ImxL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Are these 5 sets of 5 string packs?** A: Check discription and pricing, Usually 1 set is around 1700 inr , So five sets of 4 string packs would cost you nearly 8k + . **Q: It 4 string pack or 5 string** A: 4 strings as the package mentions gauge 45 65 85 105. **Q: Can i use this for givson challenger** A: Yes **Q: this strings are 29.9 usd in there official webside which is 1953 rs .... but why is the price so high in amazon .......** A: Cos of import duty and parcel charges ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I have used the product before *by N***H on 22 October 2025* Good product, and thanks the distributor from Chennai. ### ⭐⭐ Not What I Expected: Damaged and Dusty *by J***Y on 2 April 2025* I was disappointed with my purchase. The package arrived opened and looked quite worn, while the string itself was dusty. This gave the impression that it had been sitting around for a long time. I had higher expectations for both the quality and presentation of the product. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Quality *by H***H on 13 February 2023* Well the performance of the product is too good but strings are not too good when it comes to quality. They're too weak to hold the neck of the guitar ## Frequently Bought Together - D'Addario Bass Guitar Strings - XL Nickel - EXL165-5 - Perfect Intonation, Feel, Durability - 5 String Set - 45-135 Regular Light Top/Medium Bottom 5-String, Long Scale - Elixir Strings, Electric Guitar Strings, Nickel Plated Steel with POLYWEB Coating, Longest-Lasting Warm Tone with Comfortable Feel, 6 String Set, Light 10-46 - Elixir Strings, Electric Guitar Strings, Nickel Plated Steel with NANOWEB Coating, Longest-Lasting Bright Tone with Comfortable Feel, 6 String Set, Medium 11-49 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/64820894-daddario-exl165-5-45-135-5-string-nickel-wound-custom](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/64820894-daddario-exl165-5-45-135-5-string-nickel-wound-custom) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-04-25*