--- product_id: 1564178 title: "D'Addario XL Half Rounds Bass Strings ENR71-5, 45-130, 5-String" brand: "d'addario" price: "R1901" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "D'addario" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1564178-daddario-xl-half-rounds-bass-strings-enr71-5-45-130 store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 45-130 gauge, perfect medium tension Precision grinding reduces finger noise High carbon steel Hex-Core + pure nickel wrap D'Addario XL Half Rounds Bass Strings ENR71-5, 45-130, 5-String **Brand:** d'addario **Price:** R1901 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your bass game with the perfect blend of smooth and punchy — don’t get left behind! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** D'Addario XL Half Rounds Bass Strings ENR71-5, 45-130, 5-String by d'addario - **How much does it cost?** R1901 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1564178-daddario-xl-half-rounds-bass-strings-enr71-5-45-130) ## 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 - • **Perfect 5-String Setup:** 45-130 gauge set includes low B string, ideal for extended range and professional play. - • **Versatile for Every Genre:** From jazz to metal, these strings deliver balanced clarity and punch across all styles. - • **Durability Engineered in the USA:** Crafted with proprietary heat treatment and precision manufacturing for long-lasting performance. - • **Smooth Playability Meets Bold Tone:** Half Round design blends round wound brightness with flat wound smoothness for unmatched feel and sound. - • **Reduced Finger Noise, Enhanced Focus:** Precision ground surface minimizes unwanted string squeaks so your playing shines. ## Overview D'Addario XL Half Rounds ENR71-5 bass strings combine a high carbon steel Hex-Core with pure nickel wrap, precision ground for a smooth feel and reduced finger noise. Designed for 5-string basses with a 45-130 gauge, they deliver a fuller tone comparable to round wound strings while offering the playability and durability favored by professionals. Made in the USA with advanced manufacturing, these strings suit a wide range of genres and provide consistent tuning stability and long-lasting performance. ## Description Product Description Coined the “third type of string,” XL Half Rounds bass strings are an excellent medium between round wound and flat wound strings. Half Rounds have a smoother feel than round wound strings, but a fuller tone than strings that are flat wound. Made with a high carbon steel core and pure nickel wrap wire, they’re finished with a precision grinding process to provide a smooth feel and reduced finger noise, with tone that's comparable to round wound bass strings. Made for 5-string basses, 45-130 Regular Light gauge strings take our most popular bass gauge and add a low B-string. From the Manufacturer ENR71-5's combine the playability of common 45-130 gauged 5-string sets with the benefits of an exclusive "Half Round" manufacturing process. This set is fit for long scale basses with a string scale length of up to 36 1/4 inches.D'Addario Half Round bass strings are wound with pure nickel, then precision ground, leaving the outer surface smooth and semi-flat while retaining the flexibility of round wound strings. D'Addario's exclusive heat treating process ensures that Half Rounds retain their round wound brightness and sustain.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 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. Review: A Balanced Set of Bass Strings - I play a '96 Fender American Deluxe 5-string Jazz Bass, and in the 10+ years that I've been playing, these are the perfect strings for the sound that I want. After several years of using nickel wounds, I tried a set of D'Addario flat wounds. While I could tell an improvement, something was still missing. I've played through Peavey, Hartke, Gallien-Krueger, and Fender amps, and none of them could quite make up for what was missing in the strings. I like to have a sound that's bright and clear without losing any low end (especially on the low B), and these strings definitely didn't disappoint. They're the perfect blend of the clarity and treble of nickel wound strings and the bass/mids of flat wound strings (not to mention they are easy on the frets like flat wounds). They could easily go from Gospel to rock to r&b to blues to funk all in the same set and not skip a beat. These will be the only set of strings that I use from here on out. A must buy for those who want a solid and balanced sound! Review: just what I was looking for in bass strings - These strings have the attack of a round wound string but are smooth on the fingers. I do a lot of glides on the bass and this does away with the cheese grater effect on the fingertips when playing that way. I would also suggest these for anyone starting out on bass as it gives a really good sound. I have been looking for a set of strings that my buddy got me many years ago, it was a set of bass strings that had tape between the rounds of the string. The tape did not cover the complete string and it made the movement up and down the neck real comfy. ## Features - Response and Playability: An innovative combination of round and flat wound strings, Half Rounds provide perfect intonation, consistent feel, and reliable durability with a tone that's comparable to round wound bass strings - Reduced Finger Noise: Made with our proprietary high carbon steel Hex-Core and pure nickel wrap wire, they’re finished with a precision grinding process to provide a smooth feel and reduced finger noise - Strings for Every Style: From jazz to metal to rock, bluegrass, blues, folk and more, we make great sounding strings for every genre and level from beginner to pro, including strings for bass, acoustic, classical, and 12-string - Sound Better, Play Better: Shop our whole collection of guitar accessories including string winders, picks, straps, capos, tuners, cables, gear bags and cases, plus strings for banjo, mandolin, ukelele and more - Made in the USA: As the world’s largest and most respected maker of musical accessories, D’Addario strings are made to exacting specifications at our cutting edge New York production facility ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0009FC94Q | | Best Sellers Rank | #2,498 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #12 in Bass Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Nickel Steel | | Brand | D'Addario | | Brand Name | D'Addario | | Coating Description | Coated | | Color | Original Version | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 295 Reviews | | Finish Type | Uncoated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954947217 | | Included Components | Bass Guitar Strings | | Instrument | Bass Guitar | | Item Highlight | XL Half Rounds bass strings deliver smooth feel, warm tone, reduced finger noise and dependable tuning stability. | | Item Type Name | Guitar Strings | | Item Weight | 177 g | | Manufacturer | D'Addario &Co. Inc | | Manufacturer Part Number | ENR71-5 | | Model Name | ENR71-5 | | Model Number | ENR71-5 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Bass Guitar | | Set Name | ENR71-5 | | Sound Profile | Fuller tone comparable to round wound bass strings | | String Gauge | Medium | | String Material Type | Nickel Steel | | UPC | 019954947217 333335566843 019954926052 199549472178 | | Unit Count | 5 Count | | Warranty Description | D'addario strives to be a customer-centric company dedicated to producing the highest quality musical instrument accessories in the world. If you have purchased a d'addario product that you believe to be defective, we invite you to submit a contact us form, selecting defect/warranty as inquiry type. We are committed to providing a fair resolution and hope that you will want to continue supporting … | ## Product Details - **Brand:** D'Addario - **Color:** Original Version - **Instrument:** Bass Guitar - **String Gauge:** Medium - **String Material Type:** Nickel Steel ## Images ![D'Addario XL Half Rounds Bass Strings ENR71-5, 45-130, 5-String - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/8119oVt69UL.jpg) ![D'Addario XL Half Rounds Bass Strings ENR71-5, 45-130, 5-String - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81vDNBwbbPL.jpg) ![D'Addario XL Half Rounds Bass Strings ENR71-5, 45-130, 5-String - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81IapcaWGyL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Balanced Set of Bass Strings *by C***E on May 29, 2011* I play a '96 Fender American Deluxe 5-string Jazz Bass, and in the 10+ years that I've been playing, these are the perfect strings for the sound that I want. After several years of using nickel wounds, I tried a set of D'Addario flat wounds. While I could tell an improvement, something was still missing. I've played through Peavey, Hartke, Gallien-Krueger, and Fender amps, and none of them could quite make up for what was missing in the strings. I like to have a sound that's bright and clear without losing any low end (especially on the low B), and these strings definitely didn't disappoint. They're the perfect blend of the clarity and treble of nickel wound strings and the bass/mids of flat wound strings (not to mention they are easy on the frets like flat wounds). They could easily go from Gospel to rock to r&b to blues to funk all in the same set and not skip a beat. These will be the only set of strings that I use from here on out. A must buy for those who want a solid and balanced sound! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ just what I was looking for in bass strings *by D***L on May 9, 2013* These strings have the attack of a round wound string but are smooth on the fingers. I do a lot of glides on the bass and this does away with the cheese grater effect on the fingertips when playing that way. I would also suggest these for anyone starting out on bass as it gives a really good sound. I have been looking for a set of strings that my buddy got me many years ago, it was a set of bass strings that had tape between the rounds of the string. The tape did not cover the complete string and it made the movement up and down the neck real comfy. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent strings *by J***L on June 13, 2022* I put these on my main gigging bass, a Harley Benton Enhanced MP-5MN, because I was getting a lot of finger buzz. These strings feel great! No more buzz from sliding up the neck. They’re not as bright sounding as roundwounds but not dull like some flatwounds, either. These are a great middle ground for anyone like myself who only previously played roundwounds. ## Frequently Bought Together - D'Addario XL Half Rounds Bass Guitar Strings - ENR71-5 - 5 String - Long Scale - Regular Light, 45-130 - D'Addario XL Chromes Flat Wound Bass Guitar Strings - ECB81-5 - 5 String - Long Scale - Regular Light, 45-132 - TARIO Fretless 5 String Electric Bass Bolt_On Maple Neck,basswood Body --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1564178-daddario-xl-half-rounds-bass-strings-enr71-5-45-130](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1564178-daddario-xl-half-rounds-bass-strings-enr71-5-45-130) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-09-20*