--- product_id: 24543360 title: "La Bella LTF-4A Low Tension Flexible Flats Bass Strings - 4-String" brand: "la bella" price: "13882 som" currency: KGS in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "La Bella" url: https://www.desertcart.kg/products/24543360-la-bella-ltf-4a-low-tension-flexible-flats-bass-strings store_origin: KG region: Kyrgyzstan --- # Balanced jazz-funk tone with smooth feel Light-gauge .042-.100 for effortless play Durable stainless steel flatwound coating La Bella LTF-4A Low Tension Flexible Flats Bass Strings - 4-String **Brand:** la bella **Price:** 13882 som **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Elevate your groove with La Bella’s silky smooth low-tension flats! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** La Bella LTF-4A Low Tension Flexible Flats Bass Strings - 4-String by la bella - **How much does it cost?** 13882 som with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.kg](https://www.desertcart.kg/products/24543360-la-bella-ltf-4a-low-tension-flexible-flats-bass-strings) ## Best For - la bella enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted la bella brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Proven Performer:** Top-ranked with 4.6 stars from 300+ reviews—trusted by beginners and pros alike. - • **Jazz & Funk Ready:** Flatwound strings deliver a bright yet mellow tone perfect for versatile genres. - • **Durability Meets Style:** Stainless steel flatwound finish resists wear while looking sleek with signature red silk ends. - • **Silky Smooth Playability:** Low tension design reduces finger fatigue for marathon jam sessions. - • **Perfect Fit for Full Scale:** Precision length ensures seamless installation on all standard 4-string basses. ## Overview La Bella LTF-4A Low Tension Flexible Flats are premium stainless steel flatwound bass strings (.042-.100 gauge) designed for 4-string electric bass guitars. They offer a balanced jazz-funk tone with a smooth, low-tension feel that reduces finger fatigue. Known for durability and a sleek look with red silk ends, these strings fit full-scale basses perfectly and enjoy high customer ratings for quality and performance. ## Description Buy La Bella LTF-4A Low Tension Flexible Flats Bass Strings - 4-String: Bass Guitar Strings - desertcart.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases Review: Slip Slidin' Away! - I have played for many years and never used flats. I decided to give some a try and started my research and I see... "Flats have higher tension than rounds." "You will probably have to adjust your truss rod after switching to flats." None of this sounds fun just to slap a new set of strings on to try out. Then I saw some recommendations for these LaBella Low Tension Flatwound Strings. Could this be the solution to my conundrum? I ordered a set and put them on my (new-to-me) fretless bass. I checked the neck... No noticeable change, so I played it that day and checked it in the morning. Still perfect! They feel great and have greatly improved the feel of that bass. I then thought, "I wonder how they would feel on my short-scale Bronco Bass." Do they even MAKE a short-scale set? YES! Ordered, installed on the Bronco, and same results- all the flatwound goodness with no extra tension for the fretting hand to deal with and no neck adjustments needed. WIN! Now, if you've never used flats, one thing to note is they aren't "bright" sounding and if they are out of the package, they won't be for long. I am a Precision Bass guy and barely roll my tone knob up, so this is perfect for me. Just be aware. I am very curious how much these would tame the high end of a Jazz Bass. That's the one thing I don't like about J-Basses- all the treble. An experiment to look forward to! If you're on the fence about flatwound strings or had a previous experience that wasn't great due to tension or neck bowing issues, order these bad boys right now! Review: Pure smooth sound - tl;dr: Very smooth, but heavy strings that produce a wonderful pure tone. I got a set of these strings to try out on my Ibanez SR300E and I think I've found my new favorites. These strings are a steel core coated with a very thick nylon wrap. The strings are pretty heavy gauged and take a bit of finger strength to move around. That being said, the sound that these things puts out is just absolutely beautiful. I don't know much about music theory, so I'm probably going to use the wrong terms, but the tone that these strings produce feels the most "pure" out of any strings I've used. What I mean by "pure" is that the sound matches what I imagine a bass string might sound like if you were able to suspend it in thin air and not have any instrument (or human) interfering with the strum. I like this sound a lot because it feels like a clean slate. If I want to modify the sound, I've got a real clean starting point and any pedals or effects you add are just building off of that pure sound so that you don't have to compensate to eliminate qualities that don't fit the sound you're looking for. Ok, so they sound great, but how do they feel? Well, I tell ya, I LOVE the way they feel. It is a little odd at first because the nylon coating is really smooth. It feels very different from slinky round wound strings that you might be used to. I personally prefer the feeling over the raspy cheese-graters that are normal round wound strings. I do prefer the softer nylon texture that some other nylon wound strings use (D'Addario Tapewound are my favorite texture) - there's something nice about the slight friction you get from that sort of tape, but the way these strings are coated make them slippery smooth - like fishing wire. Again, it's not a deal breaker for me, but it is very different from what I'm used to. After playing for an hour or so, it feels good, but still a bit odd. I think the only real negative that I've come across is that I love black (or colorful) nylon strings and these are only available in silver with the thick clear coating (as far as I know anyway). It's not a big deal, but it does look a little bit like a YouTuber tried to coat bass strings in resin to see what would happen. From a distance, they look pretty standard, but if you're up close they certainly stand out as something out of the ordinary. If they just used a black nylon coating, I'd be in love with the aesthetic, but as it stands they're not my favorite strings for eye appeal. The last thing to mention is the low-tension aspect of these strings. This is where these strings really shine. These strings feel so light and wibbly when you get them going. Despite how thick these strings are, they are crazy responsive. Even after only playing with them for one day, I can tell you that manipulating these strings is an absolute pleasure. I found that the were performing beautifully no matter what I threw at them. They did a great job with subtle soft songs and had no problem rocking along with some low-tuned Korn oldies from my high school days. I can't exactly explain why, but these strings are better at doing the things my fingers want them to do than any other strings I've used in the past. And they're just so sensitive - every little detail of your fingers' motion will come through, even those little things that you didn't realize were problems because your old strings deadened the issue! After using these strings for only moments, I realized that I was using WAY too much pressure for some of my fingering positions and all I needed was a light touch to make the music happen. I have a feeling my muscles and joints will be happy about that one in the long run. I'd absolutely recommend trying these strings out for any bassist. They are unusual and may take a bit of an adjustment period, but I fear that I may never be able to buy other strings again! Pros: -Sound SO GOOD -Feel SO GOOD -Handles super-low tuning no problem -Zero buzz/rattle/noise -Sensitivity Cons: -Heavy strings take finger muscle to manipulate -Not the most visually pleasing strings on the market -Unusual feel that may not be right for some folks ## Features - .042-.100 Light-gauge Flatwound Electric Bass Strings - Stainless Steel ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00MITW0EA | | Best Sellers Rank | #7,179 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #39 in Bass Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Stainless Steel Flat Wound | | Brand | La Bella | | Brand Name | La Bella | | Coating Description | Flatwound | | Color | Silber | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 321 Reviews | | Finish Type | Flat Wound | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00656295088959 | | Included Components | Strings only | | Instrument | Bass Guitar | | Item Type Name | strings for electric bass guitar | | Item Weight | 3.2 ounces | | Manufacturer | La Bella | | Manufacturer Part Number | LTF-4A | | Material Type | Stainless Steel | | Model Name | LTF-4A | | Model Number | LTF-4A | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Playing bass guitar, Musical performances, Music recording | | Set Name | Low Tension Flexible Flats | | String Gauge | 42-100 | | String Material Type | Stainless Steel | | UPC | 656295088959 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | N/a. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** La Bella - **String Gauge:** 42-100 - **Color:** Silber - **Instrument:** Bass Guitar - **String Material Type:** Stainless Steel ## Images ![La Bella LTF-4A Low Tension Flexible Flats Bass Strings - 4-String - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71JNHFHhcgL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What does "low tension" mean?** A: low tension flats have lower tension when tuned. For example if you look up tension maps for bass strings or look up what tensions are you will notice strings like D'addario chromes are closer to 50 lbs of tension per string. for example E string 40.29 lbs a is 47.52 g is 58.63 and g is 53.31 these strings feel real tight just to clarify those are the D'addario chromes. But for the low tension flats these tensions are E 34.2 A 30.5 d 34. G 36.2 as you can see a huge difference from chromes. Places like GHS strings has whole tension maps for their strings per fret. There is a sort of science depending on your instrument and tensions you may want compared to styles or sounds your trying to produce. Low tensions generally will allow you to play and bend strings easier while some higher tensions will have better transient or have more sustain. This is a rabbit hole that starts to expand and you can research for hours. Overall these strings are played by tons of guys for the reason they let them get really funky and are easy to bend. **Q: What scale length are these? I'm thinking of them for a Rickenbacker 4001 (long scale).** A: These are long-scale strings. I have them on 2 34" scale basses. **Q: Do these also come in a 5 string version?** A: I'veseenthemlisted. **Q: Are these for short scale 30" basses??** A: they can be but Labella makes specific sets for short scale basses. check part number on their website ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Slip Slidin' Away! *by H***L on January 30, 2024* I have played for many years and never used flats. I decided to give some a try and started my research and I see... "Flats have higher tension than rounds." "You will probably have to adjust your truss rod after switching to flats." None of this sounds fun just to slap a new set of strings on to try out. Then I saw some recommendations for these LaBella Low Tension Flatwound Strings. Could this be the solution to my conundrum? I ordered a set and put them on my (new-to-me) fretless bass. I checked the neck... No noticeable change, so I played it that day and checked it in the morning. Still perfect! They feel great and have greatly improved the feel of that bass. I then thought, "I wonder how they would feel on my short-scale Bronco Bass." Do they even MAKE a short-scale set? YES! Ordered, installed on the Bronco, and same results- all the flatwound goodness with no extra tension for the fretting hand to deal with and no neck adjustments needed. WIN! Now, if you've never used flats, one thing to note is they aren't "bright" sounding and if they are out of the package, they won't be for long. I am a Precision Bass guy and barely roll my tone knob up, so this is perfect for me. Just be aware. I am very curious how much these would tame the high end of a Jazz Bass. That's the one thing I don't like about J-Basses- all the treble. An experiment to look forward to! If you're on the fence about flatwound strings or had a previous experience that wasn't great due to tension or neck bowing issues, order these bad boys right now! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pure smooth sound *by R***N on February 7, 2023* tl;dr: Very smooth, but heavy strings that produce a wonderful pure tone. I got a set of these strings to try out on my Ibanez SR300E and I think I've found my new favorites. These strings are a steel core coated with a very thick nylon wrap. The strings are pretty heavy gauged and take a bit of finger strength to move around. That being said, the sound that these things puts out is just absolutely beautiful. I don't know much about music theory, so I'm probably going to use the wrong terms, but the tone that these strings produce feels the most "pure" out of any strings I've used. What I mean by "pure" is that the sound matches what I imagine a bass string might sound like if you were able to suspend it in thin air and not have any instrument (or human) interfering with the strum. I like this sound a lot because it feels like a clean slate. If I want to modify the sound, I've got a real clean starting point and any pedals or effects you add are just building off of that pure sound so that you don't have to compensate to eliminate qualities that don't fit the sound you're looking for. Ok, so they sound great, but how do they feel? Well, I tell ya, I LOVE the way they feel. It is a little odd at first because the nylon coating is really smooth. It feels very different from slinky round wound strings that you might be used to. I personally prefer the feeling over the raspy cheese-graters that are normal round wound strings. I do prefer the softer nylon texture that some other nylon wound strings use (D'Addario Tapewound are my favorite texture) - there's something nice about the slight friction you get from that sort of tape, but the way these strings are coated make them slippery smooth - like fishing wire. Again, it's not a deal breaker for me, but it is very different from what I'm used to. After playing for an hour or so, it feels good, but still a bit odd. I think the only real negative that I've come across is that I love black (or colorful) nylon strings and these are only available in silver with the thick clear coating (as far as I know anyway). It's not a big deal, but it does look a little bit like a YouTuber tried to coat bass strings in resin to see what would happen. From a distance, they look pretty standard, but if you're up close they certainly stand out as something out of the ordinary. If they just used a black nylon coating, I'd be in love with the aesthetic, but as it stands they're not my favorite strings for eye appeal. The last thing to mention is the low-tension aspect of these strings. This is where these strings really shine. These strings feel so light and wibbly when you get them going. Despite how thick these strings are, they are crazy responsive. Even after only playing with them for one day, I can tell you that manipulating these strings is an absolute pleasure. I found that the were performing beautifully no matter what I threw at them. They did a great job with subtle soft songs and had no problem rocking along with some low-tuned Korn oldies from my high school days. I can't exactly explain why, but these strings are better at doing the things my fingers want them to do than any other strings I've used in the past. And they're just so sensitive - every little detail of your fingers' motion will come through, even those little things that you didn't realize were problems because your old strings deadened the issue! After using these strings for only moments, I realized that I was using WAY too much pressure for some of my fingering positions and all I needed was a light touch to make the music happen. I have a feeling my muscles and joints will be happy about that one in the long run. I'd absolutely recommend trying these strings out for any bassist. They are unusual and may take a bit of an adjustment period, but I fear that I may never be able to buy other strings again! Pros: -Sound SO GOOD -Feel SO GOOD -Handles super-low tuning no problem -Zero buzz/rattle/noise -Sensitivity Cons: -Heavy strings take finger muscle to manipulate -Not the most visually pleasing strings on the market -Unusual feel that may not be right for some folks ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sound great - less tension, but not floppy *by W***N on August 21, 2026* Love these strings!! I've been a big fan of LaBella for a while. . . and wanted to try these LTFs as well - they blew me away. Wonderful tone, nice and smooth, a little more mid-range than the DTFs so sit a little differently sonically - but wow, they sound great. I've had them on my P bass for a few weeks now, and they have yet to sound 'dead'. Really enjoying these - and Sweetwater ships fast and accurate -as always. Thanks! ## Frequently Bought Together - La Bella LTF-4A Low Tension Flats Long Scale Stainless Steel Flat Wound 4- String Electric Bass 42-100 - La Bella LTF-5A Low Tension Flats Long Scale Stainless Steel Flat Wound Electric Bass String 42-118 - La Bella 760FS Deep Talkin' Stainless Steel Flat Wound - Standard Long Scale Bass Guitar String 45-105 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.kg/products/24543360-la-bella-ltf-4a-low-tension-flexible-flats-bass-strings](https://www.desertcart.kg/products/24543360-la-bella-ltf-4a-low-tension-flexible-flats-bass-strings) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kyrgyzstan* *Store origin: KG* *Last updated: 2026-09-08*