DR Strings Dragon Skin+ DBQ5-40 Coated
Set of Strings for 5-String Electric Bass
- Gauges: .040, .060, .080, .100, .120
- Light tension
- Nickel for a rich tone and high output
- With ball end
- Accurate Round Core Technology
- Clear coated Quantum wound
- Excellent sound, feel and tuning stability
- Good resonance and extra long life due to micro-thin coating
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Available since February 2025
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Item number 611190
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Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
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String gauge 040 - 120
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Scale Long Scale
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Taperwound No
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Number of strings 5
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Material Coated Nickel
The search for the right strings
A musician can spend their entire life searching for the right instrument – so finding the right strings should be made as easy as possible. After all, there's a genuine physical connection between players and their strings, which play a huge role in how an instrument feels. The DR Strings Dragon Skin+ DBQ5-40 Coated strings are a light-gauge nickel string set for five-string bass, made using high-quality materials and an ultra-thin coating. Thanks to DR's patented manufacturing process, they offer exceptional longevity, yet without introducing any unfamiliar feel – the strings are barely distinguishable from uncoated ones. For anyone looking to give their instrument a real boost in dynamics and volume, DR Strings is a strong choice.
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A patented coating
The technical design of the Dragon Skin+ DBQ5-40 Coated strings is no simple matter; it reflects a very high level of engineering expertise. All but the very lightest strings are wound to ensure both a powerful tone and a comfortable playing feel. The way DR Strings puts this into practice is particularly well executed: The strings are built around a specially adapted steel core, which is wrapped with coated Quantum Nickel. This process brings out the best qualities of the string. This version of the Dragon Skin+ offers a premium playing feel, along with a full, rich tone characterised by a pronounced midrange, and a noticeable increase in output compared to uncoated strings. Taken together, this combination can lift a bass to the next level.
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An accurate core
Where conditions on stage might once have meant changing strings after each gig, the Dragon Skin+ DBQ5-40 Coated strings keep going show after show. This is thanks primarily to their outer wrap; it's almost impervious to corrosion and moisture, while simultaneously contributing to the strings' strong, warm resonance. The patented Coated Wrap Wire also ensures that the strings feel great, giving purists exactly the playing sensation they'd expect. But the Dragon Skins aren't just cutting-edge on the outside: With DR's unique Accurate Core Technology, which applies almost microscopic locking grooves to the precisely milled steel core, the wrap sits perfectly within the string's architecture, resulting in a fuller tone and enhanced sustain. These are some high-tech bass strings, setting new standards in terms of sound and play feel – all without compromising their flexibility or tensile strength.
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About DR Strings
Founded in 1989 by Mark Dronge – son of Guild Guitars founder Alfred Dronge – DR Strings is a US-based string manufacturer deeply rooted in a lifelong passion for music and craftsmanship. Drawing on decades of expertise, the family-run company combines premium materials, time-tested production techniques, and skilled artisanship to create diverse string sets designed to unlock the full potential of every instrument. This relentless pursuit of innovation and quality has earned DR Strings the trust of global artists, from Sting and Derek Trucks to Jared James Nichols and Bootsy Collins, making it a go-to choice for discerning musicians worldwide.
An improved experience
Alongside feel and tone, tuning stability is absolutely essential when it comes to strings. Here too, the American manufacturer DR Strings has come up with a smart solution. Accurate Core Technology strengthens the core and evens out natural irregularities, allowing it to form a more consistent bond with the Quantum Nickel winding, which helps the strings stay in tune even when they're played hard. The DR Strings Dragon Skin+ DBQ5-40 Coated set is gauged .040, .060, .080, .100, .120, making it particularly easy to play with relatively low string tension. This makes the set a great option for beginners, as fretting feels more comfortable, while more advanced players will also benefit from the lighter feel when using techniques such as slap or tapping. Any bassist who'd like to try slightly thicker strings will find many such sets from DR Strings in our shop.
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