D´Addario NYXL bass strings review - the better roundwounds?

[@chrischilton8455]

I've been an NYXL fan since I discovered them a few years ago. The extra lower/mid content and slightly tamed highs work for me. It came through on your excellent video. Nice one Michael.

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

Thx a lot for your kind words. They became my go to round wound string for every bass I own. 😀

[@qbass00]

Totally agree with your review, I have these on an MIJ Fender Jazz and they’re great, I really like how they sound when they’re dead too. These and HiBeams are my favourite strings for jazz basses.

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

That's great to hear, brother. All the best, stay safe & healthy!

[@Cruiseangel72]

Fantastic video. Thanks I had a problem trying to find a nice feel string and thanks to you I found it. Great video.

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

That's great! Thx a lot for your nice words! Take care!

[@angelfernandeznunez6264]

We have the same bass guitar! Now I feel more proud, although the strings also give it an incredible personality. Thank you for this video!

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

This is truly an amazing instrument. And the NYXL really shine on this bass. Enjoy it, brother. And please take care, stay safe & healthy! 🙏🏻😀

[@grahamhall2662]

Hi Michael you have become my bass guru. I enjoy watching great presentations, and you certainly have a lot of knowledge and skill with the bass. Have just made a bass kit up and going to try out a set of these NYXLs on it. regards Graham from UK.

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

Wow, Graham. Thx so much for your nice and encouraging words! 😀🙏🏻 You'll love the NYXL. It would be great if you would drop a comment about your thoughts! All the best!

[@inceptor1]

Just yesterday I changed strings on my Sandberg TM which has been somewhat overdue. The NYXL are noticeably adding some tone and handling comfort. Obviously, I can not yet say anything about their longevity, but the 170s already had a great lifespan until they lost too much brightness and became dull. I like the NYXL and will get them for my other basses, as well.

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

That's great! For me, they last quite a bit longer than the normal NYXL. Thx for commenting. Have a peaceful and musical Xmas! 😀

[@Bassic778]

Thank you for a great review! I'm a stainless steel fanatic but may have to try a set!

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

Go for it! I love stalls stainless steels as well. But these strings sound and feel really good!

[@jakeadams0412]

Agree with your review. The NYXL’s sound more naturally balanced in a very pleasing, professional way. Tone is outstanding. By the way, your bass itself has a beautiful sound. Well done.

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

Yes, I do really enjoy them. And I know, the Sire sounds beautiful! Thx a lot for watching and commenting! 😀🙏🏻

[@BennieTheBassistXD]

Good review. Thanks!

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

Thx a lot, Bennie! And a very happy new year! 😀

[@adsrcollective]

excellent review (and playing!) - thanks!

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

Thx a lot for watching and commenting

[@SnootiestTitan1]

Mate, great video. To the point, great A/B. I have a set of 50-105 XL's on my Sandberg VM4 which I love, just wish they were a bit "sweeter" sounding with a little less stiffness, these might be the go. Love from Australia.

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

I don't like the sound and feel of fresh strings neither. But the NYXL reach there sweet spot pretty quickly (for my taste). Thx a lot for watching and commenting, and greetings to beautiful Australia.

[@BlackRootsAcademyOfSoul]

Very good video 👌🏿 Greetings from Uganda 🇺🇬👊🏿🖤

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

Thanks a lot for the nice comment, bro! And greetings to Uganda! 😀👍🏻

[@willobst2772]

Sehr guter Test! Ich habe lange auch die XL gespielt, bin dann aber über die sehr empfehlenswerten „balanced tension“ zu Galli strings (RSB) gekommen: absoluter Hammer! Fühlen sich ähnlich an, haben aber weniger von den penetranten Höhen und unglaublich Druck. Dazu noch fairer Preis (wenngleich etwas schwierig zu bekommen). Absolute Empfehlung!

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

Sehr interessant. Die werde ich wohl mal testen müssen. Das Spielgefühl finde ich tatsächlich am überzeugendsten bei den NYXL. Soundmäßig liegen sie ja doch sehr dicht an den XL. Vielen Dank für's Gucken und Kommentieren! Bleib gesund! 🙏🏻😀

[@willobst2772]

@@MichaelSchmittEleven Gerne! Galli bietet übrigens auch etwas beschichtetes in der Richtung an. Die habe ich aber noch nicht probiert…. Bleib Du auch gesund und weiter so gute Videos bitte ;)

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

Hmmm. Ok, beschichtet ist aber eher nicht so meins, denke ich. Zumindest die Elixier Saiten sind nichts für mich. Aber Galli muss ich wirklich mal ausprobieren. 33,- für einen 4-saitigen Satz ist nämlich schon ein Wort.

[@willobst2772]

@@MichaelSchmittEleven Absolut - geht mir auch so. Die normalen Gallis bekommst Du für ca 25€, aber oft zzgl. Versand.

[@English_with_dialogues]

NYXL cool strings, juicy sound and quite tenacious.

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

Absolutely! 😃👍🏻

[@binheiss]

Danke für diesen Test. Ich bin noch auf der Suche nach den optimalen Saiten für meinen Marcus Miller (Sire) V7. Momentan spiele ich Ernie Ball Regular Slinkys, die mir aber zu rauh sind. Ich bestelle mir die NYXL und freue mich auf das Ergebnis.

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

Berichte mal wie Du sie findest. Ich verwende sie seit dem Testvideo auf dem Sire V7. Bin immer wieder begeistert wenn ich einen frischen Satz aufziehe. Sie "schmatzen" auch herrlich wenn man etwas fester reinlangt. Wirklich tolle Saiten! 😀

[@MrGrsrrt]

NYXL are the only D'Addario set I ever mounted on my basses

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

Great strings for sure! 👌🏻

[@francescoatzori7417]

Hi Michael, first of all great review! Would you say the may fit a heavy handed person in regard of the tension? I like low tension strings but i have Elephant hands and prefer something with a little more tension

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

Absolutely! I wouldn't say they are very low tension. But in direct comparison, the normal nickel wound D'Addarios feel a tiny bit stiffer. The NYXL react super dynamic to different plucking techniques and forces. I really enjoy them!

[@ItsABOUTflamTIME]

I'm sold. Too bad they don't make a set in the gauges that I use (45-135)

[@gk2067]

Sehr gut gemachter Vergleich. Mit Plek gefällt es mir sehr gut 👍Egal welche Saiten.

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

Ja, der Bass klingt echt richtig fett mit Plek. Danke fürs Gucken und Kommentieren!

[@arnelmendoza2408]

Thanks for the comparison. I've always been an XL guy, but now am thinking of trying these out. By the way, can you share your basic compression settings for this recording?

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

Me too, Arnel! But the NYXL feel really great under the fingers! I'm using the UA Volt 276 audio interface here, with the build in compressor on. I always add a bit of compression to the mix in Cubase.

[@arnelmendoza2408]

@@MichaelSchmittEleven Now I'm more excited to try the strings out. I mainly play in church and not a slapper but would love to find out how these strings influence my playing. Cheers!

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

@@arnelmendoza2408 Personally, I find the differences somewhat bigger with more dynamic plucking styles like slap or pick. But it's also pretty noticeable on the first touch. And they last pretty long! Would love to hear your thoughts on the NYXLs, once you got them installed!

[@Arcade1959]

NYXL seems to have a warmer sound, do you agree with me ?

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

Yes, that's my observation too. Plus, they really feel super nice while playing! 😀👍🏻 Thx a lot for watching and commenting!

[@pascalgrenier4171]

I once bought a set of NYXLs and the E string went dead very quickly. Maybe a defective set. I replaced them with Thomastik Powerbass strings and never looked back.

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

Ok. This can happen from time to time. I'll have to see how well the strings hold up and how long they last. My first impression is really good. I love their feel. Thx a lot for watching and commenting. Please stay safe and healthy! 😀🙏🏻

[@pascalgrenier4171]

@@MichaelSchmittEleven I loved them, though! For the time they lasted :P

[@bassistdc]

They don't come in my gauge: 40,60,80,100.

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

Since they are a bit lower tension, you could try 045-100, that's what I use.

[@digeratadesign]

nyxl mad the others sound like weak rubber bands

[@MichaelSchmittEleven]

I still use them on this bass. They are totally worth their premium.