---
product_id: 48663563
title: "BLACK BEAUTIES Series 5 String Bass Strings - Medium 45-125"
brand: "dr strings"
price: "18212 kr"
currency: ISK
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Dr Strings"
url: https://www.desertcart.is/products/48663563-black-beauties-series-5-string-bass-strings-medium-45-125
store_origin: IS
region: Iceland
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# 5-string medium gauge 45-125 signature crisp tone & extended string life black polymer coating for sleek durability BLACK BEAUTIES Series 5 String Bass Strings - Medium 45-125

**Brand:** dr strings
**Price:** 18212 kr
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖤 Elevate your bass game with the iconic Black Beauties—where style meets sonic power!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** BLACK BEAUTIES Series 5 String Bass Strings - Medium 45-125 by dr strings
- **How much does it cost?** 18212 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/48663563-black-beauties-series-5-string-bass-strings-medium-45-125)

## Best For

- dr strings enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted dr strings brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Signature DR Tone:** Crisp clarity and volume that cuts through any mix
- • **Extended Durability:** Super-thin coating protects strings for longer life and consistent sound
- • **Precision Medium Gauge:** Balanced 45-125 gauge for versatile play across genres
- • **Versatile Sound Palette:** Bright punch for punk/metal, warm depth for jazz—shape your signature tone
- • **Sleek Black Polymer Coat:** Hand-made coating ensures smooth feel and long-lasting resilience

## Overview

DR Strings BLACK BEAUTIES Series 5 String Bass Strings (Medium 45-125) feature hand-made black polymer coating on stainless steel alloy strings, delivering a signature crisp tone with enhanced clarity and volume. Designed for extended durability and versatile sound, these strings suit all playing styles from punk to jazz, making them a top choice for professional bassists seeking both performance and aesthetic edge.

## Description

Buy DR Strings BLACK BEAUTIES Series 5 String Bass Strings - Medium 45-125. Free delivery and returns on eligible orders.

Review: The best strings I’ve used - I use these strings mainly on a passive bass, although I have just upgraded the tone capsule on an active bass and that will get a set of these too. When you install them, they are very bright and you can shape a real grind into the tone. Which very much suits the punk and metal that I play. You can take that away with the tone pots, maybe just play with your thumb and get a real deep jazz sound. Naturally, picking at the neck gives you a great sound. I used to buy DR flatwounds for my BEAD bass. I’m not too sure if I’ll go back to flats as these share similar traits, eg with the coating, they are pretty smooth Great strings for great price. I would prefer a 130 string for the B.
Review: Look amazing, sound amazing - These are just great strings. Given a musician only changes bass strings once a generation why not treat your instrument to a great look as well as a great sound. I’m getting a lot of brightness out of the mediums that I am looking forward to putting in the mix.

## Features

- Gauge: Medium (5-String)
- Hand-made with black polymer coat
- Signature crisp tone, clarity, and volume of DR's traditional handmade strings
- Super-thin coating on the plain strings and on the wrap wire
- Extended string life

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0009FC928 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 3,629 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 19 in Bass Guitar Strings |
| Body Material | Metal |
| Colour | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (4,602) |
| Date First Available | 16 July 2010 |
| Item Weight | 120 g |
| Item model number | BKB5-45 |
| Material Type | Stainless steel |
| Musical Style | Rock, blues, country, metal, pop, jazz |
| Number of Strings | 5 |
| Product Dimensions | 16.76 x 17.27 x 2.03 cm; 120 g |
| Proficiency Level | All |
| Scale Length | Medium Scale |
| Size | 45-125 |
| String Gauge | Medium |
| String Material | Alloy Steel |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** DR Strings
- **Colour:** Black
- **Instrument:** Bass Guitar
- **String gauge:** Medium
- **String material type:** Alloy Steel

## Images

![BLACK BEAUTIES Series 5 String Bass Strings - Medium 45-125 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/816AQUCW8uL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I did a search for short scale black beauties and the bkb5-45 string came up.  i don't see anything that says short scale though.  thoughts?**
A: These are not short scale bass strings. These have a scale length of 37 3/4". I do not believe DR makes Black Beauties in Short Scale.

**Q: do these strings help with frett clicking noise? Even with a light touch some of my strings click when they contact a frett. Thanks**
A: That's almost more of a setup question than a string question. I *think* the coating might moderate any contact noise with the frets. I play rather lightly; my setup is moderately low, and the pickups are not right up to the strings - maybe 3/16"-4/16". I can hammer on notes without noticing any click. That's with my instrument and technique, though. Your results may vary.

**Q: Long Scale ??**
A: I put them on my standard length 5-string and clipped off about 4-6" after fully wound. hope that helps

**Q: What is the difference between the regular black beauties and the "limited edition" strings?**
A: They are $1.47 less, and you get to pay $26.99 for shipping. The strings are the same.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best strings I’ve used
*by E***O on 23 April 2022*

I use these strings mainly on a passive bass, although I have just upgraded the tone capsule on an active bass and that will get a set of these too. When you install them, they are very bright and you can shape a real grind into the tone. Which very much suits the punk and metal that I play. You can take that away with the tone pots, maybe just play with your thumb and get a real deep jazz sound. Naturally, picking at the neck gives you a great sound. I used to buy DR flatwounds for my BEAD bass. I’m not too sure if I’ll go back to flats as these share similar traits, eg with the coating, they are pretty smooth Great strings for great price. I would prefer a 130 string for the B.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Look amazing, sound amazing
*by D***. on 2 March 2024*

These are just great strings. Given a musician only changes bass strings once a generation why not treat your instrument to a great look as well as a great sound. I’m getting a lot of brightness out of the mediums that I am looking forward to putting in the mix.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wow great strings
*by J***R on 14 May 2023*

I was looking for tapewound to replace my old flatwounds on my 75 fender and I came across these . I needed a replacement quick has I had a gig in 2 days time I decided to give them a go! I got them the next day and fitted them straight away hopefully giving them time to settle in. The sound difference was immediately obvious even without the amp. I played them for a while tweeking the tuning and very quickly they stayed in tune. The gig the next evening I got to plug in and wow what a sound the other band members couldn't compliment them enough crisp clear and deep I love them and they will be my go to strings in the future

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-03-13*