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.

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.

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

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La Bella LTF-4A Low Tension Flexible Flats Bass Strings - 4-String

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

🎶Balanced jazz-funk tone with smooth feel

🎸Light-gauge .042-.100 for effortless play

🛡️Durable stainless steel flatwound coating

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🎸 Elevate your groove with La Bella’s silky smooth low-tension flats!

PROVEN PERFORMER - Top-ranked with 4.6 stars from 300+ reviews—trusted by beginners and pros alike.
JAZZ FUNK READY - Flatwound strings deliver a bright yet mellow tone perfect for versatile genres.
DURABILITY MEETS STYLE - Stainless steel flatwound finish resists wear while looking sleek with signature red silk ends.
SILKY SMOOTH PLAYABILITY - Low tension design reduces finger fatigue for marathon jam sessions.
PERFECT FIT FOR FULL SCALE - Precision length ensures seamless installation on all standard 4-string basses.

La Bella LTF-4A Low Tension Flexible Flats are premium stainless steel flatwound bass strings (.042-.100 gauge) designed for 4-string electric bass guitars. They offer a balanced jazz-funk tone with a smooth, low-tension feel that reduces finger fatigue. Known for durability and a sleek look with red silk ends, these strings fit full-scale basses perfectly and enjoy high customer ratings for quality and performance.

Specifications

ASIN	B00MITW0EA
Best Sellers Rank	#7,179 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #39 in Bass Guitar Strings
Body Material Type	Stainless Steel Flat Wound
Brand	La Bella
Brand Name	La Bella
Coating Description	Flatwound
Color	Silber
Customer Reviews	4.5 out of 5 stars 321 Reviews
Finish Type	Flat Wound
Global Trade Identification Number	00656295088959
Included Components	Strings only
Instrument	Bass Guitar
Item Type Name	strings for electric bass guitar
Item Weight	3.2 ounces
Manufacturer	La Bella
Manufacturer Part Number	LTF-4A
Material Type	Stainless Steel
Model Name	LTF-4A
Model Number	LTF-4A
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Recommended Uses For Product	Playing bass guitar, Musical performances, Music recording
Set Name	Low Tension Flexible Flats
String Gauge	42-100
String Material Type	Stainless Steel
UPC	656295088959
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	N/a.

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