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The D'Addario Helicore Orchestral bass D string is a 3/4 size, medium tension string designed for professional and student double bass players in India. Its steel core offers a warm, rich tone with excellent bow response, making it ideal for arco and pizzicato techniques. The string is nickel wound, ensuring durability and a smooth sound. Manufactured in the USA with proprietary, digitally controlled machinery, it guarantees consistent quality and performance. The string's design makes it very easy to play under the left hand, even during extended performances. Whether for classical orchestras or jazz ensembles, this string enhances projection and volume, fitting 3/4 size basses with a 41 3/4 inch (1060mm) playing length. It arrives factory-sealed, with all duties paid, in 11-13 days.
Scaled to fit 3/4 size bass with a playing length of 41 3/4 inches (1060mm), medium tension strings are optimized to the needs of a majority of players. This D string is nickel wound.
Helicore Orchestral bass strings are multi-stranded steel core strings that produce a warm tone quality with excellent bow response. The core design makes for strings that are very easy to play under the left hand. Damping is optimized for arco use, but they also work well for pizzicato applications where a very warm, less-sustaining sound is desired.
D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known worldwide for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario continues to develop and manufacture exceptional strings and accessories for violin, viola, cello and double bass, incorporating innovative, environmentally friendly packaging that reduces waste and provides protection from corrosion. All D'Addario strings are manufactured in the U.S.A. using proprietary, digitally controlled, state-of-the-art machinery for unmatched performance, set after set.
Premium Steel Core for Warm, Clear Sound
Helicore's multi-stranded steel core offers a warm, full-bodied tone with excellent bow response, outperforming traditional gut or synthetic strings. Designed for durability and consistent performance, it supports both arco and pizzicato techniques, making it suitable for diverse Indian musical settings.
Ideal for Professional & Student Players in India
Engineered for easy playability and projection, these strings suit orchestral, jazz, and solo performances. Skip if you prefer synthetic or gut strings for specific tonal qualities; designed for those seeking durability and warmth in Indian climates.
Typical situations where D'Addario Helicore Orchestral Bass Single D String helps — illustrative scenarios, not customer reviews.
A 15-year-old student from Mumbai practicing daily for orchestra, needing durable strings that withstand humid weather without losing tone.
Helicore strings provide consistent warmth and projection, lasting longer in humid conditions, saving frequent replacements and tuning time.
| Core Material | Steel |
| Winding Material | Nickel |
| Tension | Medium |
| Gauges | Multi-stranded steel |
| Recommended For | Double bass, arco and pizzicato |
| Recomm. Use Frequency | Daily practice, performances |
| Shelf Life | Unopened: 2 years, once opened: use within 6 months |
| Cost per use | ₹8,100 per string |
| Installation Tips | Ensure proper winding on tuning pegs, tune gradually |
| Feature | D'Addario Helicore Orchestral | Others |
|---|---|---|
| Tone Quality | Warm, full-bodied tone with excellent bow response, consistent across sets | Varies by brand, often brighter or less durable in humid conditions |
| Durability | Manufactured with proprietary machinery for long-lasting performance | Often less resistant to corrosion, especially in coastal India |
| Price per String | ₹8,100 per string | Typically ₹300-₹500 per string, varying by brand |
| Playability | Optimized for arco and pizzicato, easy to tune and play | May require frequent retuning, less consistent bow response |
| SKU | zsu8025 |
| GTIN | 00019954279028 |
| Brand | D'Addario |
| Size | 3/4 scale |
| Playing Length | 41 3/4 inches (1060mm) |
| Material | Steel core, nickel wound |
| Color | Nickel |
About D'Addario
D'Addario, founded in the USA, is a global leader in string manufacturing, known for quality, innovation, and consistency across all instrument strings.
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