Thomastik-Infeld JF345 Bass Guitar Strings Jazz Flat Wounds 5-String Long Scale Set Pure Nickel Flats
Why you'll like it
- Warm Upright Tone — Delivers deep, organic, and woody fundamental tones reminiscent of an acoustic double bass
- Exceptional Flexibility — Features a supple round steel core with silk inlays that eliminates stiff string tension
- Low Finger Noise — Polished nickel-alloy flat ribbon winding ensures ultra-smooth slides and quiet shifts
- Focused Low-B Clarity — Maintains a clear, well-defined pitch on the five-string low register without mud
Product details
Description
Experience an authentic upright-like woody tone with the Thomastik-Infeld JF345 Jazz Flat Wound 5-String Long Scale Bass Guitar String Set. Designed specifically for discerning bass players seeking deep, warm fundamental tones and velvety highs, this premium string set eliminates harsh finger noise while delivering exceptional clarity on the low-B string.
Crafted with a highly flexible round steel core featuring unique silk inlays and a polished nickel-alloy ribbon outer wrap, these strings offer incredible suppleness and playing comfort under your fingers, avoiding the stiff feel of standard flatwounds. Ideal for jazz, blues, soul, R&B, and both fretted or fretless electric basses, these USA-imported strings bring professional studio and stage performance directly to your instrument.
How to use
- Remove old bass strings one by one or all at once.
- Thread the new Thomastik-Infeld JF345 strings through the bridge, ensuring the silk ends align properly over the nut and tuning posts to protect your hardware.
- Tune up to standard 5-string pitch (G, D, A, E, B), stretch lightly, and retune.
Ingredients
Premium nickel-alloy ribbon outer wrap, flexible round steel core, silk inlays and end wrappings.
As printed by the brand. Check the pack label if you have an allergy.
Specifications
| Brand | Thomastik-Infeld |
|---|---|
| EAN | 9003918701602 |
| 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
- Vikram M.5 ★
silky smooth feel
Switched to these during the dry winter weather when standard strings feel way too harsh and stiff on the fingers. The low tension and flexible round steel core make sliding across the fretboard effortless now, and the low-B string remains remarkably clear without getting muddy.
- Rohan D.5 ★
mast flatwounds
bhai ekdum mst tone aahe tyachi, wo upright bass jaisa woody vibe milta hai ekdum aram se aur finger noise bhi bilkul nahi aata abhi, packageing bhi thik thaak hi thi
- Snehal K.4 ★
vintaz tone khup chan aahe
mi he strings jazz ani blues practice sathi ghetle hote, tyachi wo warm aur mellow sound mala khup avadli pan low tension mule thoda adjust karayla time lagla mala, delivery thodi late zali pan product asli aahe
FAQs
What are the string gauges for the Thomastik-Infeld JF345 set?
The JF345 5-string set includes string gauges of .043, .056, .070, .100, and .136, providing a balanced medium tension profile across all strings.
What scale length do these bass strings fit?
These strings are designed for long scale electric bass guitars with a 34-inch scale length, featuring silk-to-silk construction for optimal hardware protection.
What musical genres are these flatwound strings best suited for?
They excel in jazz, blues, R&B, soul, and any genre where a warm, vintage, deep fundamental tone with minimal finger squeak is desired.
Are these Thomastik-Infeld bass strings authentic and imported?
Yes, all Thomastik-Infeld products available on Dropy India are 100% authentic USA imports, sourced directly to ensure genuine quality for musicians.
Do these strings work well on fretless basses?
Yes, flatwound strings are exceptionally popular on fretless basses because their smooth outer ribbon protects the fingerboard from wear while delivering a singing, Mwah-style sustain.
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.