D'Addario NYXLB080 Single Bass String

Long Scale Bass Replacement String with NY Steel Core

The D'Addario NYXLB080 is a single .080" gauge bass guitar string from the NYXL Nickel Wound series, sold individually as a replacement or for building custom sets. It is built around a hexagonal NY Steel core paired with a reformulated nickel-plated steel wrap wire, a combination engineered for the bright, harmonically rich character of a round-wound string while pushing tuning stability and break resistance further than standard nickel bass strings. The string is uncoated, so it preserves the natural feel and immediate attack that working bassists rely on. Made in the USA at D'Addario's New York production facility, this single fits long scale basses with a scale length of up to 36 1/4 inches.

Technical Specifications

• Number of Strings: 1 (single replacement string)
• Gauge: .080" / 2.03 mm
• Scale Length: Long Scale, fits basses up to 36 1/4" / 920 mm
• Wrap Material: Reformulated nickel-plated steel
• Core: Hexagonal NY Steel
• Winding Type: Round Wound
• Coating: Uncoated
• Compatible With: 4-string, 5-string, and 6-string long scale basses
• Country of Manufacture: USA (New York)

Who It's For

The NYXLB080 is the right choice for bass players who need a reliable .080" replacement string for a long scale 4-, 5-, or 6-string bass without buying a full set. It suits players who want the bright, articulate attack of a round-wound nickel string but demand better tuning stability and longer string life than standard XL nickel bass singles offer. The hexagonal NY Steel core makes it a smart pick for gigging musicians and recording artists who push their instruments hard and need a string that holds tune through aggressive playing, drop tunings, and frequent string bends. It also works well for bassists building custom gauge sets who want one specific slot upgraded to NYXL performance.