Prelude 1/8 Bass A String: Medium

The D'Addario Prelude 1/8 Bass String in medium tension is designed for smaller double basses and for players who need a dependable, comfortable string that supports steady musical development. Built around the Prelude line's steel-core construction, this 1/8-size bass string offers a warm, clear sound with dependable bow response, making it a practical choice for school programs, private study, and everyday student use. Johnson String's public Prelude listings describe the line as maintaining a clear, warm sound that blends well across the ensemble, while D'Addario positions the 1/8-scale Prelude series for younger bassists and smaller instruments.

Prelude remains a strong student-oriented option because it balances durability, comfort, and tonal warmth in a straightforward, reliable design. The medium-tension setup is intended to suit a wide range of players, and the 1/8-scale lineup is offered as both individual strings and full sets, which makes it useful for string replacement as well as complete setup changes on small basses. For families, teachers, and school programs looking for a 1/8 upright bass string with reliable response and lasting value, Prelude is a practical everyday choice.

Features & Specifications

• String: Single Prelude double bass string; exact pitch could not be confirmed from the public version of this URL.
• Instrument Fit: Designed for 1/8 size double bass.
• Gauge: Medium tension.
• Core Material: Steel core construction; Johnson String's Prelude bass listings describe the line as multi-stranded steel core.
• String End: Ball end construction is used across the matching 1/8-scale single-string listings.
• Tone Profile: Warm, clear sound that blends well across the ensemble.
• Response: Good bow response.
• Feel: Reduced tension and special core design support easier playability.
• Student Use: Especially suitable for younger, developing players and smaller instruments.
• Set Compatibility: Matches the Prelude 1/8-scale medium-tension double bass string set.