Helicore Hybrid double bass strings are optimised for both Pizzicato and Arco playing. They are ideal for professionals, intermediate players and a great upgrade for students.
Helicore Hybrid bass strings are available for 1/2 and 3/4 size double basses and designed to work well for both pizzicato and arco playing. They are multi-stranded steel core strings that produce a moderately warm tone quality. The core design makes for strings that are very easy to play under the left hand. Damping is optimized to create a good balance between pizzicato sustain and bow response, allowing for good performance across many playing styles, from symphonic to jazz or bluegrass.
- Clear and focused articulation
- Fast, flexible, and responsive
- Low, Medium and High tension variants available in 3/4 size
- Pairs exceptionally well with a wide variety of instrument types and musical styles
- All D’Addario strings are designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA using groundbreaking core technology developed in-house
Helicore Hybrid Double Bass Strings Scale Lengths
- 3/4 Size 1080mm / 41 3/4 inches
- 1/2 Size 975mm / 38 3/8 inches
