Aquila 215U Short Scale Bass String: Rich Acoustic Tone, Modern Materials

The Aquila 215U - Flat Spiral Series, Short Scale Bass Single String - Low B offers a cutting-edge approach to acoustic bass string design. Musicians playing short-scale acoustic basses will appreciate the warmth, quick stability, and comfort under the fingers this model provides. Combining copper winding with an exclusive Sugar bioplastic core distinguishes it from standard steel or nickel bass strings. Suited for scales between 590 and 640 mm, the YRS-23 fits most short-scale acoustic basses and ensures reliable performance within this category.

Standout Features for Short-Scale Acoustic Bass

Rich, natural acoustic sound is achieved through the unique copper flatwound wrap, surpassing what conventional metal-wound strings offer. Flexibility and intonation receive a boost from the Sugar bioplastic monofilament core produced exclusively by Aquila.

Functional Benefits for Acoustic Bassists

• String Type: Flatwound, copper-wound — provides a smooth surface and warm, full-bodied tone for acoustic bass
• Core Material: Sugar bioplastic monofilament — delivers low tension and a softer touch compared to traditional cores
• Short-scale acoustic bass instruments with a 590–640 mm scale length are the perfect match for this string
• Quick tuning stability after installation thanks to the short stretching phase
• Made in Italy — reliability and quality from a specialist string maker