The D'Addario EXL170 Bright Round Wound Nickel Bass Strings provide bassists a blend of power and nuance unmatched in its class. Constructed using D'Addario's high-carbon steel cores and nickel-plated steel wrap wires, the EXL170 strings sing with a distinctive brightness and clarity while still delivering thundering low-end response. Their round-wound construction offers smooth playability and reduced fret wear, allowing bassists to glide up and down the fretboard. For bassists wanting to cut through the mix with articulate tone and fluid playability, the D'Addario EXL170 strings are the superior choice.