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DR Strings NMR-45 Sunbeams Nickel Plated Medium Bass Strings

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Features

  • .045-.105 Bass Strings - Sunbeams - Medium (45
  • 105)
  • 65
  • 85

Description

Sunbeams are another step forward on a continuing path for players who constantly seek to upgrade their skills and tools to achieve musical satisfaction. Sunbeams are the next generation of nickel-plated bass strings as they are wound on round cores. Sunbeams are a step forward for the traditional player and the advanced exponent of fretless bass player, both of whom want brightness and warmth. Sunbeams feature the easily recognizable feel and flexibility of DR round core construction, with nickel warmth, softness of feel and increased response to magnetic pickup'sdue to the sensitive magnetic content (compared to stainless steel) of the nickel plated wrap wire. From the Manufacturer SUNBEAMS™ Bass Strings are the next generation of nickel-plated bass strings wound on round core wire. They offer the combination of brightness, warmth and flexibility desired by fretless bass players and those looking for a traditional sound. Their round core construction with nickel- plated steel wrap wire produce warmth, a soft feel and increased response to pickups due to their increased magnetic content.

Brand: DR Strings


String Gauge: Medium


Color: Silver


Instrument: Acoustic Bass Guitar, Electric Bass Guitar


String Material Type: Nickel Steel


Brand Name: DR Strings


Instrument: Acoustic Bass Guitar, Electric Bass Guitar


Number of Items: 1


Global Trade Identification Number: 38


UPC: 600781000338


Included Components: Bass Strings only


Item Type Name: Bass Guitar Strings


Item Weight: 0.09 kg


Manufacturer: DR Strings


Model Name: SUNBEAM™


Model Number: NMR-45


Manufacturer Part Number: NMR-45


Set Name: 4-String


Warranty Description: Warrantied against manufacturing defects.


String Material Type: Nickel Steel


Coating Description: coated


Body Material Type: Nickel-Plated


Material Type: Nickel-Plated


String Gauge: Medium


Color: Silver


Finish Type: Uncoated


Sound Profile: Balanced


Recommended Uses For Product: Bass guitar


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Excellent strings
Size: 4-String(45-105)
Excellent strings. Smooth compression wound, round core feel with warmish punchy tone. Quick delivery and appropriate price.
Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2026 by NapMan
    • Great strings
Size: 4-String(45-105)
Warm, rich tone yet crisp enough for slap.
Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2026 by Matt
    • Has that Rotosound round wound piano like tonal quality but does not go dead after a performance
Size: 4-String(45-105)
I began using Rotosound round wound strings back in the 70s to get that Chris Squire style piano like tone. However a number of years ago I started finding quality problems, the details are not important. After an arduous search, I found that the DR HI-Beams were an excellent replacement for the Rotosound getting a simlar tone and they would literally last weeks rather than days. I tried using DR Sunbeams as a replacement for DR HI-Beams as a test for comfort since I was playing more than usual and the HI-Beams were tearing up my fingers. Well, let me tell you, the only difference I can tell is that the Sunbeams are a little less bright but also easier on my fingers. They also keep their tone for weeks even thought they loose the edge after a few gigs, easy enough compensate with a little boost (~1-2 dB) at about 800 & 1100 Hz. While there are LOTS of different opinions which bass strings to use and lots of different styles. But if you want that full piano like tone you get with a tight round wound string and do not want mud, you should definitely give the Sunbeams a try. I bet you will like them! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2019 by Joe Bova
    • The Sunbeams are the strings I compare everything else to.
Size: 4-String(45-105)
Been running Sunbeams 45-105 for about 6 months now on my Fender P-bass and more recently to my Fender Aerodyne Jazz Bass and they sound out-of-this-world on both. I'm in a rock cover band and these strings resonate excellently in everything we do from Prince to Metallica. There's virtually no negatives with Sunbeams, great lows, bright mids and I love the tone. So far very durable and I play a lot. They're friendlier than steel to my fingers and frets. While I would still like to try some other strings, the Sunbeams have become my go-to strings that everything else gets compared to. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2022 by Augie M
    • Great Sound!
Size: 4-String(45-105)
awesome strings. great varity of sounds. execellent sustaining!
Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2025 by michael galbraith
    • Breaks in nicely
Size: 4-String(45-105)
I've been playing bass for 20+ years and have had a lot of changing opinions on strings. I started off using Rotosound, then labella, then into my flatwound phase when I pretty much played Thostiks exclusively. As a bassist who prefers throwback and old school sounds, finding strings to use for modern/cover/wedding gigs was tough, I prefer the sound of a broken in round so I use nickel as they reach that point sooner than steel. I eventually found DR pure blues to be perfect on my passive bass but somewhat lacking on my stingray (active), as I tend to use lower action on my stingray. With the hex core you maintain higher tension than with the round core. I tried sunbeams out for the first time this summer and absolutely love them. I had them on my stingray since July and I'm about to order a new set (January) and they matured well. I keep my strings clean and these strings are just now reaching the point where I'm considering changing them, although I think I could do a few more months if I really wanted to. I play a lot of reggae and soul, and if you like worn in rounds, these mature nicely for that. The hex core really keeps the string resonate and strong throughout it's lifespan, meaning if you like the sound of old strings but are tired of your cores giving out as soon as the rounds loose their zing (rotosound, anyone?), Than these are a great option for a half year or longer playtime. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2019 by Steve C
    • DR sunbeams
Size: 4-String(45-105)
Excelentes cuerdas
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2026 by jorge
    • Fast and well packed shipping. Quality bass strings.
Size: 4-String(45-105)
The DR High Beam strings arrived in a timely manner and with no damage.
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2026 by David L Leming

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