DR Strings Black Beauties Electric Bass Guitar Strings - .045-.130 Medium-heavy
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Set name: Medium/Heavy, 45-130 (5-String)
Features
- DR's new, remarkable, proprietary and patent pending K3 Technology Coating is the first coating that makes no apologies and no excuses for not delivering sound equal to uncoated strings
- Players tell us that these strings have more volume, less unwanted overtones, greater clarity and articulation then standard, uncoated strings
- Yet, they provide the same protection due to corrosion and perspiration as well as increased tone life that coated strings are known for
- " DR's new, remarkable, proprietary and patent pending K3 Technology Coating is the first coating that makes no apologies and no excuses for not delivering sound equal to uncoated strings
- International products have separate terms, are sold from abroad and may differ from local products, including fit, age ratings, and language of product, labeling or instructions.
Description
BLACK BEAUTIES Black Coated 5-String Bass Strings Medium (45-130). DR's new, remarkable, proprietary and patent pending K3 Technology Coating is the first coating that makes no apologies and no excuses for not delivering sound equal to uncoated strings. Players tell us that these strings have more volume, less unwanted overtones, greater clarity and articulation then standard, uncoated strings. Yet, they provide the same protection due to corrosion and perspiration as well as increased tone life that coated strings are known for."
Brand: DR Strings
String Gauge: .045
Color: Black
Instrument: Bass Guitar
String Material Type: Alloy Steel
Brand Name: DR Strings
Instrument: Bass Guitar
UPC: 600781003711
Manufacturer Part Number: BKB5-130
Set Name: Medium/Heavy, 45-130 (5-String)
Warranty Description: Manufacturer warranty description.
Model Name: BLACK BEAUTIES
Model Number: BKB5-130
Item Weight: 159 Grams
Manufacturer: DR Strings
String Material Type: Alloy Steel
Coating Description: coated
Body Material Type: Alloy Steel
Material Type: Alloy Steel
String Gauge: .045
Color: Black
Finish Type: Coated
Recommended Uses For Product: playing bass guitar in musical contexts
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Top Amazon Reviews
Set name: Medium, 45-105 (4-String)
I own 10 bass guitars and use a variety of DR string models on all of them. One of my favorite DR sets is their Sunbeams, which I use on all of my short scale basses. I was looking for something with a coating to try on my 4003 and had read good things about these Black Beauty strings which I discovered are basically coated Sunbeams, just like the other DR coated strings like the Red Devils! Prior to swtitching over to these I had been running with DR Lo-Riders on my 4003 which I also use on my Fender Jazz Basses. Contrary to the nice top end bite I get from these on my 62 and 73 Jazz, I just wasn't getting the classic RIC tone I wanted out of the 4003 with LO-Riders installed, so this is why I decided to give these a try. I had been running with DR Red Devils on my Fender Jaguar and my Gretch DuoJet for a long time so I already knew that these coated DRs have a great tone, reduced fret clatter and easy on the fingers to boot, so I already knew there was a good chance these Black Beauties were going to deliver what I was looking for. After installing them on the 4003 and adjusting the truss rods to account for the reduced string tension compared to the Lo-Riders I was thrilled with the results! These strings have proven to be the perfect match for the Rickenbacker! I am getting that classic 4001/4003 tone in spades and with the added bonus of less string noise when sliding, and much reduced fret clank when playing fast runs up and down the neck. Because these are coated, you need to take care when installing them that you don't just yank the strings through the bridge as you install them, otherwise you risk scraping off the micro-thin coating. When installed properly, you should not have to worry about the coating coming off with normal use. I use a pick most of the time and have not seen any evidence of the coating coming off where the pick contacts the strings, or in any of the most commonly played sections of the fingerboard. Have to take these 1-2 Star reviews on here with a grain of salt based on my own personal experience with these... I have read a few bad reviews on here complaining about the coating coming off or the strings being dead out of the box. I can't comment on the dead string issue, but in terms of the coating coming off, it sure sounds to me like these folks failed to read the instructions about using care during installation. If you just pull these quickly through the bridge holes like normal strings without regard for the coating, there is a very high probability that you will fracture the coating which will eventually result in the coating cracking off the string over time. I have DR coated strings on 6 of my 10 guitars and none of them have ever had a problem with the coating flaking off or the strings going dead prematurely. Two of my guitars have had a set of Red Devils on them for over 14 months and they still sound great even after hundreds of hours in the studio. In conclusion, I have nothing but high praise for these strings and recommend them for anyone looking for a high quality coated string with great tone and feel. The black strings also look really cool against the black JetGlo finish of my 4003! If you are looking for the same string in a different color, check out the Red Devils or the Cool Blue versions! Same string, just a different color coating.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2013 Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2013 by The Resident Gourmet
Set name: Medium, 45-105 (4-String)
I am currently using these DR Strings Black Beauties on my bass, and I couldn't be more satisfied. The sound quality is magnificent—crisp, punchy, and clear. What impressed me the most is how well they hold their tuning; I rarely have to readjust them. Plus, the black coating looks absolutely stunning and feels great on the fingers. Highly recommended for any bass player looking for premium tone and reliability!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2026 by Ross Duran
Set name: Medium/Heavy, 45-130 (5-String)
Insanely good strings, great feel on the fingers, and the sound is exactly what i needed, be aware that these are coated so you won't be grounding your bass when touching the strings! (If you have hum on the bass) Normal roundwounds without coating made my fingers bleed while playing songs with a lot of slides, this one never made that happends, pretty happy with these strings, would recommend!
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Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2026 Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2026 by Micha
Set name: Light, 40-100 (4-String)
Added the perfect look to my handmade custom built P-Bass.
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2026 Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2026 by Jeff Smeenge
Set name: Medium, 45-125 (5-String)
Great strings... however, they do have a slight oil feel to them, which causes me to have to think more about sliding up or down. I do use hand cream on all of my basses though, so I can slide more easily. So far, that "sticky" feeling hasn't gone away after using them for a couple of weeks.... but, they have a great sound, a bit more on the modern sound; it's been a challenge to alter my EQ settings to get more in the mellow and warm Blues range. I bought them because all the hardware on my bass is black, and they add to the effect. A good set of strings for the money....
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Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2025 by I. Chames
Set name: Medium, 45-105 (4-String)
Sounds good.
Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2026 by GrandTourFan
Set name: Medium/Heavy, 45-130 (5-String)
Bought these for a Schecter session 5. Looks killer. Black strings with black hardware on a natural satin finish is perfect IMO. Not as vibrant in tone, but on par with other coated strings. Would definitely recommend if you want the look.
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2026 by Mackenzie Calder
Set name: Light, 40-100 (4-String)
Black Beauties!!! Describes itself!! These are the best bass strings I’ve found. They will be on all my basses. DR makes a great product.
Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2026 Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2026 by Garrett