BLACK BEAUTIES™ - BLACK Colored Bass Strings: 5-String Medium to Heavy 45-130
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Size: 5-String(45-130)
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
Item Weight: 5.6 ounces
Product Dimensions: 6.1 x 6.2 x 0.9 inches
Item model number: BKB5-130
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No
Date First Available: March 7, 2014
Body Material: Alloy Steel
Color Name: Black
String Gauge: .045
String Material: Alloy Steel
Material Type: Alloy Steel
Size: 5-String(45-130)
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Nov 22 – Nov 24
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Top Amazon Reviews
Size: 4-String(45-105)
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 by The Resident Gourmet The Resident Gourmet
Size: 4-String(45-105)
These have been the best that I've tried so far, anyone who liked the dean markley strings, these are a nice step up, warm jazz tones without loosing any treble! And stay brightand in tune for a good amount of time
Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2025 by Jason M. Lichten
Size: 5-String(45-130)
They came way earlier than the date said, but I am glad that they got here to the right address. Great job, Amazon. So far, so good...😎 I have bought them before and must admit that the strings have a "magical" quality about them as compared to my other bass string purchases and so I am trying to experience the "ol' black magic" of these "Black Beauties" bass strings, once again. If you never have experienced them, maybe next time you need a new set of strings, try them out. They have a very unique sound quality that can be hypnotic, and mesmerizing. My bass has never made the sounds that it does when rockin' a set of these "Black Beauties" strings. I recommend them. 😎
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Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2024 by Rob
Size: 4-String(45-105)
Great strings. Make my bass look amazing
Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2025 by scott
Size: 4-String(45-105)
Full disclosure, I went from flat wounds to these. I wanted black strings so they would look good on my bass, and they do, but I had some issues. First, these are a much thinner string than I’m used to. They pop and slap and have a really bright sound. My issue is, they move so much, and sit so low in the nut, they would buzz when I plucked an open string. I shimmed my nut, and they sounded fine open, but buzzed on the first fret. To get them sounding good, I had to shim my nut, raise my action at the bridge, and adjust the truss rod. I feel like I should have kept the flats to be honest. Also, the black coating wears off a bit at the frets, so they won’t stay black near as long as tape wounds. If fast, slappy, and poppy is your thing, go for it. Just know what you are getting into.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2023 by Douglas Carr
Size: 4-String(45-105)
Beautiful strings! Sounds great!
Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2025 by Veronica J. Ferguson
Size: 4-String(45-105)
LOVE THESE!!! easy to swap out, feels great when you play, great tone, holds tension perfect, everyone should at least try these out
Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2025 by Jrhoades
Size: 4-String(45-105)
After swapping out all of the chrome hardware for black, I decided to take it a step further with some black strings. I could not be happier with how they look. And since assessing strings based solely on their looks doesn't make sense, I waited a few weeks before determining if the sound would be acceptable. Out of the box they definitely sounded different than a lot of the strings I've used. Not quite as bright, but they had a good punch. I've been playing with a classic rock band and they really cut through the mix with the P bass. After a few weeks they don't appear to have changed in sound, and I'm really liking the tone. I have actually gotten some compliments from the other guys in the band on the tone. I only have two minor issues with the strings... 1) It took a while to get used to how they feel. The black coating makes them feel a little "sticky". At first I wasn't sure if I would get used to it, but adjusting has been relatively easy. I assume they won't feel acceptable for everyone. 2) The black coating will come off if you scrape the strings against any metal surfaces. It has also been coming off near the pickups where I pluck/pick. It's difficult to notice from a distance, so I can live with what I would consider normal wear and tear. Overall, I'm happy with the strings. As long as the tone holds out, and they don't go dead to quickly, I'll definitely be sticking to the Black Beauties for the next set.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2017 by asromzek asromzek