D'Addario Electric Bass Chromes Flat Wound 5 String, .045 - .132, ECB81-5star rating 5Chris ReyesSeptember 2, 2009I have used these strings for over a year now on an Ernie Ball Stingray 5 bass. I love the even tone that I get up and down the fretboard, and string-to-string. There's almost no string noise, which is great for recording, and they are very easy on the fingers. It's also nice that they are in a more standard gauge than La Bella strings, which require modifications to your nut, bridge, and in some cases tuning pegs. They are also amazingly bright for flatwounds. Mine are just barely starting to settle in after a year of heavy use. Highly recommended strings!