--- product_id: 1772199 title: "XL Tapewounds" brand: "d'addario" price: "$U4855" currency: UYU in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "D'addario" url: https://www.desertcart.uy/products/1772199-xl-tapewounds store_origin: UY region: Uruguay --- # warm, deep vintage tone 4-string long scale fit flattened black nylon wrap XL Tapewounds **Brand:** d'addario **Price:** $U4855 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🖤 Feel the vintage vibe, play the future of bass tone! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** XL Tapewounds by d'addario - **How much does it cost?** $U4855 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.uy](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/1772199-xl-tapewounds) ## Best For - d'addario enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted d'addario brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Durability Meets Tone:** Long-lasting strings that maintain rich, mellow sound set after set - • **Ultra-Smooth Nylon Wrap:** Polished flattened black nylon for silky playability and reduced finger noise - • **Long Scale Compatibility:** Perfect fit for basses up to 36 inches, including fretless and fretted models - • **Made in the USA with Precision:** Crafted in New York with state-of-the-art tech for consistent pro-level performance - • **Vintage Warmth, Modern Precision:** Engineered tension balance delivers classic upright bass thump with flatwound clarity ## Overview D'Addario Tapewound Bass Strings ETB92 are premium 4-string long scale strings featuring a polished flattened black nylon wrap that delivers a warm, deep vintage tone reminiscent of upright basses. Designed for both fretted and fretless basses up to 36 inches, these strings offer smooth playability, reduced finger noise, and reliable tuning stability. Manufactured in the USA with cutting-edge technology, they combine durability with classic sound, making them a top choice for professional and passionate bassists seeking that iconic, mellow thump. ## Description Product Description Designed to produce a deep, warm tone with smooth feel, D’Addario Tapewound Bass strings are wound using a flattened black nylon which is polished to an ultra-smooth finish. These long-lasting, well-balanced strings are expertly engineered to provide optimal tension and are gauged to fit properly on standard bass saddles and nuts. Tape wounds may be used on fretted or fretless basses and are designed to deliver a vintage tone ranging from the thump of an upright bass to the focused depth of traditional flat wound strings. EARN REWARD POINTS with the code on the recyclable, resealable VCI bag, which you can register to earn Players Circle points. From the Manufacturer The ETB92 black nylon tapewound set offers the ideal combination of warm, deep tones with an ultra-smooth feel. This set offers a vintage tone ranging from the “thump” of an upright bass to the focused depth of traditional flatwound strings. Fits long scale basses with a string scale length of up to 36 inches.Designed to produce a deep, warm tone with smooth feel, D’Addario Tapewound Bass strings are wound using a flattened black nylon which is polished to an ultra-smooth finish. These long-lasting, well-balanced strings are expertly engineered to provide optimal tension and are gauged to fit properly on standard bass saddles and nuts. Tapewounds may be used on fretted or fretless basses and are designed to deliver a vintage tone ranging from the thump of an upright bass to the focused depth of traditional flatwound strings.D'Addario, the world's largest manufacturer of musical instrument strings, is known as The Players Choice with a reputation for unsurpassed quality and consistency. D'Addario's innovative, packaging 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. Review: Fantastic strings for a Fodera Monarch Fretless 4 bass, Super Long - These are excellent quality tapewound strings. Basically, they are flatwounds with a very thin nylon wrap, which feels very smooth and silky to the touch. The manufacturing quality is typical for D'Addario, which means absolutely top fit and finish. I've got these Super Long tapewound strings on my Fodera Monarch Standard Fretless 4, which has an extremely long scale (a shade over 35" when including the bridge saddles. These strings are a perfect fit for the Monarch, not only for the long scale, but for the factory nut, which received these strings without any hassle. The black strings look stunning on the guitar, especially with its black hardware. The strings impart a nice, mellow tone that is somewhat Motown Snake Pit-ish; basically a slightly thuddy attack, but it resolves to a nice clear ring. With roundwound strings, you'd achieve the same effect with a light foam damper under the strings as they enter the bridge, but just barely. I was concerned that the tape would affect the harmonics capability of the Monarch, but the harmonics are clear as a bell and sustain nicely. These strings are awesome for '60's be-bop jazz or R&B, and acoustic "unplugged" rock that requires a more subtle intonation. Plus, the sliding on these strings is unparalleled; you can Lee Sklar to your heart's content without a lot of noisy string squeaks. I don't yet have enough experience with these strings on my Monarch's ebony fretboard, but have every reason to believe that they will be kind to the wood and help the bass age nicely without wearing grooves. I'll update this listing once I get a year or so of experience with the strings. All in all, I'm thrilled with the strings for my Fodera. They are the right length, have a great tone and beautiful harmonics, are super-easy to play, and help protect the guitar. Can't ask for much more goodness than that. Review: Perfect For Squier Jaguar Bass - I've been playing bass for 50-odd years, and have always preferred nylon tapewound strings for their playing comfort and jazzy tone. These strings are not for players who like a trebly tone, as the nylon wrapping is non-conductive. Treble needs to be rolled off to prevent unwanted noise caused by the lack of string grounding. Fortunately, I like a warm tone, so this type of string suits me well. Moreover, they last a long time- I have 30-year-old tapewounds on one bass, and they are still going strong. Now that I'm a lot older, I've grown weary of the very common 34-inch scale, and recently picked up a Squier Jaguar Bass with a 32-inch scale. I also have a short-scale Epiphone SG Bass, and am using the D'Addario tapewound strings on that. For my taste they sound fantastic; I like them so much that buying the Medium Scale tapewounds for the Squier was a no-brainer. They fit the Jaguar Bass perfectly and are said to be good for the Fender/Squier Mustang Bass, too. I have used D'Addario strings for many years (NYXLs for guitar) and consider them of very high quality. If, like me, you dislike roundwound bass strings and would like even more comfort than flatwounds would provide, give these strings a try- you may find a new favorite. ## Features - Warm, Deep Tone: Wound using a flattened black nylon polished to an ultra-smooth finish for a warm, deep tone, these long-lasting, well-balanced strings are expertly engineered to provide optimal tension - Versatile Vintage Tone: Tapewounds are designed to deliver a vintage tone ranging from the thump of an upright bass to the focused depth of traditional flat wound string; Can be used on fretted or fretless basses - Strings for Every Style: From jazz to metal to rock, bluegrass, blues, folk and more, we make great sounding strings for every genre and level from beginner to pro, including strings for bass, acoustic, classical, and 12-string - Sound Better, Play Better: Shop our whole collection of guitar accessories including string winders, picks, straps, capos, tuners, cables, gear bags and cases, plus strings for banjo, mandolin, ukelele and more - Made in the USA: As the world’s largest and most respected maker of musical accessories, D’Addario strings are made to exacting specifications at our cutting edge New York production facility ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0046XSEA0 | | Best Sellers Rank | #3,872 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #21 in Bass Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Nylon | | Brand | D'Addario | | Brand Name | D'Addario | | Coating Description | Uncoated | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,712 Reviews | | Finish Type | Polished | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00019954968182 | | Instrument | Bass Guitar | | Item Highlight | D'Addario tapewound bass strings deliver smooth feel, deep warm tone, reduced finger noise and dependable tuning stability. | | Item Type Name | Bass Guitar Strings | | Item Weight | 3.52 ounces | | Manufacturer | D'Addario &Co. Inc | | Manufacturer Part Number | ETB92 | | Material Type | Stainless Steel | | Model Name | ETB92 | | Model Number | ETB92 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 4 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Electric Guitar | | Set Name | ETB92 | | Sound Profile | Warm, Deep, Vintage Tone | | String Gauge | Custom | | String Material Type | Coated Nickel | | UPC | 019954968182 | | Unit Count | 4 Count | | Warranty Description | Replaced if defective. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** D'Addario - **Color:** Black - **Instrument:** Bass Guitar - **String Gauge:** Custom - **String Material Type:** Coated Nickel ## Images ![XL Tapewounds - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81YJxbVpIBL.jpg) ![XL Tapewounds - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81UHVlNnJVL.jpg) ![XL Tapewounds - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81PvJcNdstL.jpg) ![XL Tapewounds - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61VJN5sAehL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: The g string unwound after only two months of sparse use. the last strings i had lasted for two years. could i get a replacement g string?** A: April - I am sorry to hear about your trouble. I have had the first set of these tapewounds on my Precision Bass for about 8 months and I play most every day (not that well - but I try) but I have not had problems with loose strings. I am wondering if there is something wrong with your G-string tuning key or perhaps the gears the tuning key connects with. Even on 6-string guitars I have never heard of your guitar's problem. It might not be the answer you want to hear but I do not think it is possible to buy only 1 string - especially these tapewounds (they are not very common). The first thing I would do is check to see if your bass is a long scale or short scale guitar - maybe you got the wrong strings given your instrument (I got short-scale strings for my P-Bass - go to an internet browser and type in your bass make as well as scale (I would type "Precision Bass + scale length" for my guitar). Buy a new set of tapewound wounds (all 4) and take your bass into a shop to have a tech look at your guitar. Ask them to not only look at that G string key and gears but to look at the whole guitar as well as to replace the strings and do a setup. They will check the intonation for you as well. This will cost you, I know, but you want to get your bass sounding best it can which will make you want to play it more. Incidentally - when I have work done on my bass I stay away from large stores but go to smaller independent music shops. I have had much better luck with owner-occupied music shops when it comes to instrument repair than taking it to larger stores which focus more on volume. Good Luck April! **Q: Can i put these on an acoustic bass?** A: I use them on a Guild B30 acoustic bass guitar. Acoustically, they're not as loud as bronze round-wound strings, but if you're not playing unplugged and volume isn't an issue and you're not a fan of the twang, these are a nice mellow alternative. **Q: What is the color of the silk winding ends?** A: The silk is blue. :o) **Q: I have bass with a measurement of 39 1/2” from ball end to tuner on low E string. What length has a low E length taper that will work** A: The scale length is determined by the length of the string from saddle to nut. That is the measurement you need to determine the scale length you need. The most common scale for an electric bass is 34” from saddle to nut, which is called "long scale". "Extra long scale" is considered anything longer than 34”. There is also "medium scale", which is 30"-33”, and "short scale", which is 30” or less. The advantage of the ETB92 strings are, despite being called "long scale", they can comfortably handle a bass scale up to 36 1/4". ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic strings for a Fodera Monarch Fretless 4 bass, Super Long *by B***E on April 1, 2018* These are excellent quality tapewound strings. Basically, they are flatwounds with a very thin nylon wrap, which feels very smooth and silky to the touch. The manufacturing quality is typical for D'Addario, which means absolutely top fit and finish. I've got these Super Long tapewound strings on my Fodera Monarch Standard Fretless 4, which has an extremely long scale (a shade over 35" when including the bridge saddles. These strings are a perfect fit for the Monarch, not only for the long scale, but for the factory nut, which received these strings without any hassle. The black strings look stunning on the guitar, especially with its black hardware. The strings impart a nice, mellow tone that is somewhat Motown Snake Pit-ish; basically a slightly thuddy attack, but it resolves to a nice clear ring. With roundwound strings, you'd achieve the same effect with a light foam damper under the strings as they enter the bridge, but just barely. I was concerned that the tape would affect the harmonics capability of the Monarch, but the harmonics are clear as a bell and sustain nicely. These strings are awesome for '60's be-bop jazz or R&B, and acoustic "unplugged" rock that requires a more subtle intonation. Plus, the sliding on these strings is unparalleled; you can Lee Sklar to your heart's content without a lot of noisy string squeaks. I don't yet have enough experience with these strings on my Monarch's ebony fretboard, but have every reason to believe that they will be kind to the wood and help the bass age nicely without wearing grooves. I'll update this listing once I get a year or so of experience with the strings. All in all, I'm thrilled with the strings for my Fodera. They are the right length, have a great tone and beautiful harmonics, are super-easy to play, and help protect the guitar. Can't ask for much more goodness than that. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect For Squier Jaguar Bass *by R***X on July 9, 2026* I've been playing bass for 50-odd years, and have always preferred nylon tapewound strings for their playing comfort and jazzy tone. These strings are not for players who like a trebly tone, as the nylon wrapping is non-conductive. Treble needs to be rolled off to prevent unwanted noise caused by the lack of string grounding. Fortunately, I like a warm tone, so this type of string suits me well. Moreover, they last a long time- I have 30-year-old tapewounds on one bass, and they are still going strong. Now that I'm a lot older, I've grown weary of the very common 34-inch scale, and recently picked up a Squier Jaguar Bass with a 32-inch scale. I also have a short-scale Epiphone SG Bass, and am using the D'Addario tapewound strings on that. For my taste they sound fantastic; I like them so much that buying the Medium Scale tapewounds for the Squier was a no-brainer. They fit the Jaguar Bass perfectly and are said to be good for the Fender/Squier Mustang Bass, too. I have used D'Addario strings for many years (NYXLs for guitar) and consider them of very high quality. If, like me, you dislike roundwound bass strings and would like even more comfort than flatwounds would provide, give these strings a try- you may find a new favorite. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Length, Sound, Feel, Intonation (4 or 5 string set) *by B***O on November 6, 2012* Know what you want! Do you want an INDIVIDUAL and more defined warm, fat, steel string sound (D'Addario Chromes), or do you want the duller, broader thump of a nylon (D'Addario Tapewound)that BLENDS IN more with the rest of the sound? If you're not sure, listen to some sound bites on youtube. IF YOU ARE LOOKING for a 'blended' sound; one that blends in with the band or orchestra, these strings will probably make you happy. If you are looking for a sound that presents itself more individually, then these strings are probably not for you. LENGTH: D'Addario, according to their website, put these at 36" from the ball to the thread wrap. ADDITIONALLY, D'Addario DOES NOT list a Super Long Scale set for the Nylon Tapewounds. I measured 36-1/8" on the B string (5-string set) and a little longer on the others. FENDER Jazz V MIM 34" Scale: Strung from the bridge only (not through-the-body), these strings set up with the thread winding only 3/4" - 1" beyond the nut. THEREFORE, I believe that they would BARELY fit a through-the-body 34" or bridge-only 35". Even then, there would be a possibility of a little thread on the fret side of the nut (as is the case with the B string of my Long Scale D'Addario Chromes Flatwound strung through-the-body on my 34" Fender American DLX Jazz V - 1/8" into 1st fret). SOUND: Since these strings have a metal core and are just wrapped with nylon, they do have a defined thump; albeit an obviously softer and much less defined thump than all-steel. FEEL: Flatwounds all have that distinctive smooth feel. You will love the feel of these. INTONATION: Like the Chromes flatwounds, these strings have a different intonation than roundwounds. You will need to set up the intonation when you put this set on your bass. They generally get shorter, from the E, as you go up, and then get longer again for the D and G as you continue up. This is very different from most steel strings which have a consistent intonation 'slant' as you go up. The intonation on these will resemble more of a 'bell curve'. CONCLUSION: If you want an incredibly mellow, blended sound that builds a broad, thick foundation, these are a 5-star choice! If you're looking for individuality and a sound that punches through everything else, don't bother with these b/c you'll just end up rating them poorly. ## Frequently Bought Together - D'Addario ETB92 Tapewound Electric Bass Guitar Strings - Fits Long Scale 4 String Basses with Scale Length Up to 36.25 Inches - Medium, 50-105, Long Scale - D'Addario Bass Guitar Strings, XL Nickel Half Rounds, ENR71, Long Scale, Regular Light Gauge 45-100, 4-String Set, Pack of 1 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.uy/products/1772199-xl-tapewounds](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/1772199-xl-tapewounds) --- *Product available on Desertcart Uruguay* *Store origin: UY* *Last updated: 2026-09-13*