D'Addario XLB080 Enkel bassstreng

D'Addario XLB080 Nickel Wound Bass String — Long-Scale Replacement

The D'Addario XLB080 is a single long-scale bass guitar string designed to slot into any four-, five-, or six-string setup that needs a fresh .080" position. Built with the same round-wound nickel-plated steel construction as the full XL Nickel Wound bass sets, this single delivers the distinctive bright tone with clear fundamentals that has made the XL series a long-running favourite among working bassists. Sold as a replacement rather than a full set, it is a practical solution when one position wears out before the others or when a player wants to mix gauges to dial in a custom feel. Each one is designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA at D'Addario's New York production facility.

Technical Specifications

• Number of Strings: 1 — single replacement string, not a full set
• Gauge: .080" / 2.03 mm
• Wrap Material: Nickel-Plated Steel — round-wound for bright, articulate tone
• Construction: Round Wound
• Coating: Uncoated
• Scale Length: Long Scale
• Made In: USA (New York)

Who It's For

This single is the right choice for bassists who need a replacement string in the .080" position on a long-scale instrument — typically the D string on a standard four-string bass or the C string on a five-string. Its bright, articulate character suits rock, pop, funk, and slap styles where note definition and clarity matter more than warmth. Players who want to build a custom gauge set — for example, mixing a heavier low end with lighter top strings — can use this single to fine-tune their tension and feel. Because it is uncoated, it delivers the natural attack and finger noise that many traditional bassists prefer, and it is priced for anyone who needs a quick, reliable replacement without buying a full set.