Are these strings good for a beginner?

Yes. The light gauge is easy on the fingers and the set is inexpensive, which suits players still building strength and calluses.

How do these compare with coated D'Addario strings?

Coated sets last longer and keep their brightness longer. These uncoated strings cost less and sound bright when new but fade sooner.

It is D'Addario's light gauge, the lightest common bass set. That means lower tension and easier bending than medium or heavy gauges.

Yes. This is a standard 4-string electric bass set with roundwound nickel-plated steel over a hex core.

The best new price was $19.99 at Strait Music Company as of November 7, 2026. Strings go on sale around holidays and back-to-school periods.

Most players change uncoated strings every one to three months depending on play time. Change them when the tone turns dull or tuning slips.

At Strait Music Company, for $19.99, 17% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

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15 stores we checked sell it, including Guitar Center, Walmart, Target, B&H Photo-Video Audio, Crutchfield.

$19.99at Strait Music CompanyObserved at 8:36 AM

17% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 7 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.