La BellaLTF-4A Low Tension Flats Long Scale Stainless Steel Flat Wound 4- String Electric Bass 42-100

Q: What does "low tension" mean?

low tension flats have lower tension when tuned. For example if you look up tension maps for bass strings or look up what tensions are you will notice strings like D'addario chromes are closer to 50 lbs of tension per string. for example E string 40.29 lbs a is 47.52 g is 58.63 and g is 53.31 these strings feel real tight just to clarify those are the D'addario chromes. But for the low tension flats these tensions are E 34.2 A 30.5 d 34. G 36.2 as you can see a huge difference from chromes. Places like GHS strings has whole tension maps for their strings per fret. There is a sort of science depending on your instrument and tensions you may want compared to styles or sounds your trying to produce. Low tensions generally will allow you to play and bend strings easier while some higher tensions will have better transient or have more sustain. This is a rabbit hole that starts to expand and you can research for hours. Overall these strings are played by tons of guys for the reason they let them get really funky and are easy to bend.

Q: What scale length are these? I'm thinking of them for a Rickenbacker 4001 (long scale).

These are long-scale strings. I have them on 2 34" scale basses.

Q: Are these for short scale 30" basses??

they can be but Labella makes specific sets for short scale basses. check part number on their website

Product ID: 24543360

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Brand
La Bella
String Gauge
42-100
Color
Silber
Instrument
Bass Guitar
String Material Type
Stainless

🎸42-100 gauge for balanced tone

🛡️Stainless steel flat wound for durability

🇺🇸Made in USA with MAP freshness tech

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Description

🎶 Lock in legendary tone with zero compromise.

BUILT TO LAST - Stainless steel construction resists wear and maintains tone longer.
SMOOTH AS SILK - Narrow ribbon and round cores create unrivaled smoothness under your fingers.
PRECISION GAUGE SET - Optimized .042 to .100 gauges deliver perfect tension and playability.
FRESHNESS GUARANTEED - MAP packaging locks in freshness and prevents tarnish for consistent performance.
CLASSIC TONE ZERO FLOP - Experience the iconic flat wound sound without the floppy-string feel.

La Bella LTF-4A Low Tension Flats are premium stainless steel flat wound bass strings designed for 4-string electric basses. Featuring a balanced 42-100 gauge set, these American-made strings use round cores and narrow ribbons for smooth playability and classic tone without floppy string issues. Packaged with MAP technology, they ensure long-lasting freshness and durability.

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What does "low tension" mean?

What scale length are these? I'm thinking of them for a Rickenbacker 4001 (long scale).

Do these also come in a 5 string version?

Are these for short scale 30" basses??

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