Swing Bass 66 5-String Medium Light - Long Scale 35-120
This is the stainless steel roundwound string that James How and John Entwistle perfected
into what was to become the industry standard. The bright, punchy, high-energy sound of
Swing Bass 66 strings is a major part of early rock music history and brought the bass
player from the back line to the front of the stage.
For the players
Inspired by the penetrating tone of legends such as John Entwistle and Chris Squire, players
worldwide have strung up their bass guitars with Swing Bass 66 strings.
The distinctive sound of our roundwound Swing Bass 66 strings have been used by the bass-world’s
biggest hitters such as Jaco Pastorius, Geddy Lee, Billy Sheehan, Noel Redding, Duff McKagan, and
John Paul Jones. The bright red silk ends are hard to miss!
A string for everyone
With so many musicians experimenting with unique gauges and drop tunings it is hardly surprising
to know that Swing Bass Custom Box Singles, first introduced in the ’60s, enjoy more popularity
now than ever before.With such a wide range starting from 0.025 to 0.140''
in increments of 0.005'' there will be a gauge
to suit everyone’s custom set.
Great British quality
Manufactured in the UK to precise tolerances and using only the finest materials, you can rely on
Rotosound strings for consistent tone and performance in every packet.
Every Roto string is manufactured on custom built machines designed and built
in the UK by Jason How."
Industry standard electric guitar strings.
Nickel plated steel electric guitar strings.
Bright sound.
Smooth feel.
Made in Britain Factory-fresh foil packaging.
Gauge: 35 55 70 90 120
Construction: Roundwound
Wrap material: Stainless Steel
Tone: Bright
Output: Medium