Prelude 3/4 Bass D String: Medium

The Prelude 3/4 Bass D String: Medium is a practical choice for 3/4 double bass players who need a reliable replacement string with a warm, clear tone and easy response under the bow. Johnson String describes this Prelude bass string as part of a line built to blend well across the ensemble, while D'Addario positions Prelude as a strong value option for students and developing players who need durability and comfortable playability.

Built with a multi-stranded steel core and stainless steel winding, this medium-tension D string is designed to offer stable performance for school orchestra, private lessons, and everyday practice. The reduced-tension feel helps make the string easier to play, while the solid, consistent response supports both arco work and general student use. For 3/4 basses with a playing length around 41 3/4 inches, it is sized to fit the majority of standard student instruments.

Features & Specifications

• Instrument Fit: Sized for 3/4 double bass.
• String: D string.
• Tension: Medium tension, optimized for a majority of players.
• Core Material: Multi-stranded steel core construction.
• Winding Material: Stainless steel winding.
• Tone Profile: Clear, warm sound that blends well in ensemble playing.
• Response: Good bow response with a comfortable feel for developing players.
• Playing Length: Scaled for 3/4 bass with a playing length of approximately 41 3/4 inches (1060 mm).
• Player Appeal: Well suited to students, school orchestra use, and routine practice.
• Durability: Designed for longevity and consistent everyday performance.
• Climate Stability: Steel-core design is described as unaffected by temperature and humidity changes.
• Manufacture: D'Addario states its strings are designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA.