D'Addario Helicore Orchestral Bass String Set 1/10 Scale Medium Tension
Why you'll like it
- Enhanced Playability — Multi-stranded steel core reduces left-hand finger fatigue and provides superior flexibility.
- Optimized Orchestral Tone — Delivers a warm, clear sound with controlled damping tailored for classical bowing.
- Fractional Instrument Fit — Specifically scaled to fit 1/10 size double basses with a 28 inch playing length.
- Reliable Performance — Precision-engineered in the USA for consistent tuning stability and excellent bow response.
Product details
Description
Experience professional acoustic performance with the D'Addario Helicore Orchestral Bass String Set, expertly engineered for 1/10 scale double bass instruments with a playing length of 28 inches. Designed specifically for young musicians and fractional instruments, this string set features an advanced multi-stranded steel core that delivers exceptional flexibility and significantly reduces finger fatigue during long practice sessions.
The optimized damping profile produces a clear, warm tone with minimal unwanted sustain, making it exceptionally well-suited for classical orchestral bowing and arco techniques while remaining versatile enough for warm pizzicato playing. Every string is crafted in the United States to rigorous manufacturing standards, ensuring reliable tuning stability and dependable projection.
Brought directly to Indian musicians through Dropy India as an authentic USA import, this string set equips fractional double bass players with professional-grade hardware for superior musical expression.
How to use
- Install each string onto the double bass peg box and tailpiece matching the correct scale length of 28 inches.
- Tune incrementally to medium tension, allowing a brief break-in period for the multi-stranded steel core to stabilize.
Ingredients
Multi-stranded steel core, nickel winding, tungsten winding on select strings
As printed by the brand. Check the pack label if you have an allergy.
Specifications
| Brand | D'Addario |
|---|---|
| UPC | 019954935283 |
| Ships from | USA (sourced directly), checked in Navi Mumbai |
| Sold by | Dropy.in |
Ratings & reviews
From our customers
Top reviews first: highest rated, with photos first
- Snehal K.5 ★
pehli vela use kel
first time try keli he strings, delivery thodi late zali pan chhan ahet. classical orchestral bowing sathi khup chan response deto aahe ani unwanted sustain nahi ahe tyamule sound clean watto.
- Pooja M.5 ★
phir se yahi mangwaya
yeh set meri beti ke double bass ke liye dubara liya hai kyuki iska steel core flexiblity bohot achi deta hai aur long practice mein ungliyan nahi thakti, bow karte waqt sound bhot clear aur warm aati hai ??
- Aditya V.5 ★
works great for my fractional bass
was skeptical whether these would sound too thin on a smaller 28 inch playing length instrument, but the warm tone and quick bow response completely surprised me. tuning stability has been solid ever since I put them on.
- Rohan D.5 ★
mast ahe bass string
packing thodi kharab hoti aali tevha pan product ekdum sahi ahe, majha mulga 1/10 scale bass var practice karto tyala multi-stranded steel core mule khup aram padtoy ani fingers dukhat nahit ata, arching sathi clear tone bhetli.
FAQs
What instruments are compatible with the D'Addario Helicore 1/10 scale bass strings?
These strings are specifically designed for 1/10 size double basses with a playing length of 28 inches, and can also fit select 1/16 size instruments.
Are these strings better suited for arco or pizzicato playing?
They are optimized for arco (bowed) performance with quick bow response, but they also function wonderfully for pizzicato when a warm, less-sustaining sound is preferred.
What core material is used in Helicore orchestral bass strings?
They feature a multi-stranded steel core that provides enhanced flexibility, easy left-hand playability, and a clear tone.
Are these D'Addario strings authentic and imported from the USA?
Yes, all D'Addario products available on Dropy India are 100 percent authentic and sourced directly from the USA.
What tension level does this double bass string set feature?
This particular set features medium tension, which is optimized to suit the preferences of the majority of double bass players.
How long will delivery take?
Most orders arrive in 15–20 days: we source each product directly from the USA, check it at our Navi Mumbai warehouse and pack it on video. Items marked Dropy Express ship from our India warehouse and arrive in 3–5 days.
Is cash on delivery available?
Full cash on delivery is available all over India on Dropy Express items. For other orders from ₹2,499 to ₹15,000 you can use Partial COD: pay 25% online now and the rest in cash on delivery.
Are your products genuine?
Yes. Every product is 100% authentic, sourced directly from the USA, quality-checked and packed on video at our Navi Mumbai warehouse.
What if my order arrives damaged or wrong?
Write to us at [email protected] as soon as it arrives. Damaged, wrong or not as described, our Buyer Protection gives you a full refund. The details are in our Return, Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Is delivery free?
Delivery is free on orders from ₹1,499. Below that a ₹79 delivery fee applies.