--- product_id: 14874886 title: "D'Addario Balanced Tension Bass Strings EXL160BT, 50-120, Medium | Balanced Tension bass strings deliver even feel, nickel wound punch, stable tuning and reliable D'Addario tone." brand: "d'addario" price: "$46.27" currency: USD in_stock: true category: "D'addario" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/14874886-daddario-balanced-tension-bass-strings-exl160bt-50-120-medium-balanced store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Nickel-plated steel bright tone Balanced tension for even feel Made in USA precision D'Addario Balanced Tension Bass Strings EXL160BT, 50-120, Medium | Balanced Tension bass strings deliver even feel, nickel wound punch, stable tuning and reliable D'Addario tone. **Brand:** d'addario **Price:** $46.27 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Elevate your groove with balanced tension brilliance! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** D'Addario Balanced Tension Bass Strings EXL160BT, 50-120, Medium | Balanced Tension bass strings deliver even feel, nickel wound punch, stable tuning and reliable D'Addario tone. by d'addario - **How much does it cost?** $46.27 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/14874886-daddario-balanced-tension-bass-strings-exl160bt-50-120-medium-balanced) ## 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€’ **Trusted Pro Choice:** Manufactured in the USA with a 4.8-star rating, these strings are the go-to for serious bassists. - β€’ **Precision Engineering:** Digitally controlled winding guarantees unmatched intonation and string consistency every time. - β€’ **Signature Bright Tone:** Round wound nickel-plated steel strings deliver a punchy, clear sound that cuts through any mix. - β€’ **Consistent Playability:** Balanced tension design ensures equal fret hand pressure across all strings for effortless control and comfort. - β€’ **Eco-Friendly Packaging:** Recyclable VCI bag with Players Circle code lets you earn rewards while reducing waste. ## Overview D'Addario EXL160BT Balanced Tension Bass Strings feature mathematically optimized gauges for uniform tension, delivering superior playability and a bright, dynamic tone. Crafted with nickel-plated steel and precision wound in the USA, these medium gauge strings offer stable tuning, consistent feel, and professional-grade sound quality favored by bassists worldwide. ## Description D'Addario EXL160BT Balanced Tension electric bass strings are comprised of mathematically optimized string gauge combinations, resulting in greater control and playing comfort. Combined with the distinctive bright tone of XL nickel wound strings, each set offers greater dynamic control and a more consistent feel between strings for evenly balanced bending, strumming, fretting, picking, plucking and slapping. D'Addario XL Nickel Wound Electric Bass strings are world-renowned as "The Player's Choice" amongst bass players of all genres and styles. All XL strings are precision wound on our exclusive digitally-controlled machines, ensuring each string has excellent intonation, clear fundamentals, and unparalleled consistency. Each string is wound with a nickelplated steel wrap wire known for distinctive bright tone with excellent magnetic output delivering a universally appealing and versatile tone for all playing styles. D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known as The Players Choice with a reputation for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario's innovative, environmentally friendly packaging reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set. ## Features - BALANCED TENSION - Balanced Tension sets allow the player to apply the same amount of fret hand pressure to each string - ROUND WOUND - Round wound with nickel-plated steel for distinctive bright tone - GAUGES - Plain Steel .010, .0135, .017, Nickel Wound .024, .034, .046 - EARN REWARD POINTS - Chromes sets have a code on the recyclable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points. - MADE IN THE USA – D’Addario electric guitar strings are made in the USAβ€”drawn to our exacting specifications at our New York production facility. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00AQBT3GU | | Best Sellers Rank | #3,632 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #16 in Bass Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Steel | | Brand Name | D'Addario | | Coating Description | coated | | Color | Medium - Balanced Tension | EXL160BT | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (1,335) | | Finish Type | Uncoated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954984496 | | Included Components | 4 strings of gauges .050, .067, .090, .120 | | Instrument | Bass Guitar | | Item Type Name | Bass Guitar Strings | | Item Weight | 27.22 g | | Manufacturer | D'Addario &Co. Inc | | Manufacturer Part Number | EXL160BT | | Material Type | Nickel-Plated Steel | | Model Name | EXL160BT | | Model Number | EXL160BT | | Number of Items | 1 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Electric Guitar | | Set Name | EXL160BT | | Sound Profile | Bright | | String Gauge | Medium | | String Material Type | Nickel-Plated | | UPC | 019954984496 | | Unit Count | 4 Count | | Warranty Description | Replaced if defective. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** D'Addario - **Color:** Medium - Balanced Tension | EXL160BT - **Instrument:** Bass Guitar - **String Gauge:** Medium - **String Material Type:** Nickel-Plated ## Images ![D'Addario Balanced Tension Bass Strings EXL160BT, 50-120, Medium | Balanced Tension bass strings deliver even feel, nickel wound punch, stable tuning and reliable D'Addario tone. - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/812Ufi+6frL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Frequently Bought Together - D'Addario Electric Bass Guitar Strings - EXL160BT 50-120 - Nickel Wound Bass Strings - For Bass Guitar 4 String - Balanced Tension Medium - D'Addario Guitar Strings - XL Nickel Electric Guitar Strings - EXL110-3D - Perfect Intonation, Consistent Feel, Reliable Durability - For 6 String Guitars - 10-46 Regular Light, 3-Pack - D'Addario Acoustic Guitar Strings - 80/20 Bronze - For 6 String Guitars - Deep, Bright, Projecting Tone - EJ11-3D - Light, 12-53 - 3-Pack --- ## 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.us/products/14874886-daddario-balanced-tension-bass-strings-exl160bt-50-120-medium-balanced](https://www.desertcart.us/products/14874886-daddario-balanced-tension-bass-strings-exl160bt-50-120-medium-balanced) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-08-18*