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Double ball end
A ball at both ends instead of a trimmed tail. Required by headless designs that clamp the string at each end.
Product detailSKU #1274115044754
RotosoundRDB66LD Double Ball End Bass Strings
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Double ball end bass set from Rotosound. Only for headless basses that anchor the string at both ends, not conventional basses.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Headless bass owners needing a compatible replacement set
- Players with Steinberger-style double ball end hardware
- Keeping a spare set for a headless touring rig
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Standard basses with a headstock and tuning pegs
- Anyone unsure whether their bridge takes double ball ends
- Players wanting a wide choice of gauges and materials
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Fixed overall length
No cutting to fit. The string must match your instrument's scale exactly or it will not seat properly.
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Bass gauge set
Sized for a standard four-string bass. Confirm string count before ordering.
Detail 04
Roundwound feel
Bright attack with the usual ridged texture under the fingers and audible slide noise.
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Specialty availability
Double ball end sets are a narrow market. Worth buying a spare set while you have one in hand.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Verify your bass actually takes double ball end strings before ordering
- 02Double ball strings cannot be trimmed to fit a different scale length
- 03Standard basses need single ball end strings; these will not work
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will these work on a regular bass?
No. A conventional bass threads the string through a tuner post, which needs a plain trimmed end. The second ball prevents that.
02What is a double ball end string for?
Headless basses like Steinberger designs clamp the string at the bridge and at the tuner block, so both ends need a ball.
03Can I cut these to length?
No. Cutting removes one of the ball ends, which is the whole point. Buy the set matched to your instrument's scale.
04Do I need a special tool to install them?
No. Headless systems are typically faster to restring than a headstock bass since there is no winding on a post.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
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