--- product_id: 10389504 title: "DR Strings Beauties-Black Coated Steel 6 Bass Guitar Strings, 30-125 Gauge, Round Core (BKB6-30)" brand: "dr strings" price: "S$85" currency: SGD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Dr Strings" url: https://www.desertcart.sg/products/10389504-dr-strings-beauties-black-coated-steel-6-bass-guitar-strings store_origin: SG region: Singapore --- # Enhanced attack & bright tone 6-string bass set, 30-125 gauge Jet black K3 coated steel strings DR Strings Beauties-Black Coated Steel 6 Bass Guitar Strings, 30-125 Gauge, Round Core (BKB6-30) **Brand:** dr strings **Price:** S$85 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🖤 Elevate your bass game with strings that look as sharp as they sound! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** DR Strings Beauties-Black Coated Steel 6 Bass Guitar Strings, 30-125 Gauge, Round Core (BKB6-30) by dr strings - **How much does it cost?** S$85 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sg](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/10389504-dr-strings-beauties-black-coated-steel-6-bass-guitar-strings) ## Best For - dr strings enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted dr strings brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Bright & Defined Tone:** Steel wrap over round core delivers crisp, balanced harmonics with solid fundamentals - • **K3 Coating Durability:** Ultra-hard corrosion-resistant finish extends string life and tone clarity - • **Pro-Level Performance:** Reduced fret noise and enhanced output for studio and live precision - • **Sleek Black Aesthetic:** Jet black coating for a bold, sophisticated stage presence - • **Comfortable Playability:** Flexible round core design reduces finger fatigue during long sessions ## Overview DR Strings Black Beauties are premium 6-string bass guitar strings featuring a jet black K3 coating that protects against corrosion while maintaining bright, clear tone. With a 30-125 gauge and round core construction, these strings offer flexible playability, enhanced attack, and reduced fret noise—perfect for professional bassists seeking durability and a sleek, modern look. ## Description Black Beauties bass guitar strings with K3 Technology. The K3 coating is the first coating that players report, "sound as good or better than uncoated strings." DR's remarkable and proprietary K3 Technology coating is the first coating that makes no apologies and no excuses for not delivering sound equal to uncoated strings. Players tell us that these strings have more volume, less unwanted overtones, greater clarity and articulation than standard, uncoated strings. Yet, they provide the same protection due to corrosion and perspiration as well as increased tone life that coated strings are known for. Review: Best sounding, playing strings I have found for my Rickenbacker 4003! - I own 10 bass guitars and use a variety of DR string models on all of them. One of my favorite DR sets is their Sunbeams, which I use on all of my short scale basses. I was looking for something with a coating to try on my 4003 and had read good things about these Black Beauty strings which I discovered are basically coated Sunbeams, just like the other DR coated strings like the Red Devils! Prior to swtitching over to these I had been running with DR Lo-Riders on my 4003 which I also use on my Fender Jazz Basses. Contrary to the nice top end bite I get from these on my 62 and 73 Jazz, I just wasn't getting the classic RIC tone I wanted out of the 4003 with LO-Riders installed, so this is why I decided to give these a try. I had been running with DR Red Devils on my Fender Jaguar and my Gretch DuoJet for a long time so I already knew that these coated DRs have a great tone, reduced fret clatter and easy on the fingers to boot, so I already knew there was a good chance these Black Beauties were going to deliver what I was looking for. After installing them on the 4003 and adjusting the truss rods to account for the reduced string tension compared to the Lo-Riders I was thrilled with the results! These strings have proven to be the perfect match for the Rickenbacker! I am getting that classic 4001/4003 tone in spades and with the added bonus of less string noise when sliding, and much reduced fret clank when playing fast runs up and down the neck. Because these are coated, you need to take care when installing them that you don't just yank the strings through the bridge as you install them, otherwise you risk scraping off the micro-thin coating. When installed properly, you should not have to worry about the coating coming off with normal use. I use a pick most of the time and have not seen any evidence of the coating coming off where the pick contacts the strings, or in any of the most commonly played sections of the fingerboard. Have to take these 1-2 Star reviews on here with a grain of salt based on my own personal experience with these... I have read a few bad reviews on here complaining about the coating coming off or the strings being dead out of the box. I can't comment on the dead string issue, but in terms of the coating coming off, it sure sounds to me like these folks failed to read the instructions about using care during installation. If you just pull these quickly through the bridge holes like normal strings without regard for the coating, there is a very high probability that you will fracture the coating which will eventually result in the coating cracking off the string over time. I have DR coated strings on 6 of my 10 guitars and none of them have ever had a problem with the coating flaking off or the strings going dead prematurely. Two of my guitars have had a set of Red Devils on them for over 14 months and they still sound great even after hundreds of hours in the studio. In conclusion, I have nothing but high praise for these strings and recommend them for anyone looking for a high quality coated string with great tone and feel. The black strings also look really cool against the black JetGlo finish of my 4003! If you are looking for the same string in a different color, check out the Red Devils or the Cool Blue versions! Same string, just a different color coating. Review: Amazing sound and perfect tuning! - I am currently using these DR Strings Black Beauties on my bass, and I couldn't be more satisfied. The sound quality is magnificent—crisp, punchy, and clear. What impressed me the most is how well they hold their tuning; I rarely have to readjust them. Plus, the black coating looks absolutely stunning and feels great on the fingers. Highly recommended for any bass player looking for premium tone and reliability! ## Features - BLACK STRINGS FOR A UNIQUE LOOK - jet black coating gives any 6-string bass a sleek, sophisticated look - BRIGHT MODERN TONE - steel wrap wire over a round core creates defined tone with balanced harmonic content, with solid fundamentals all the way down to your low B - LONGER STRING LIFE - K3 coating protects strings from corrosion for longer string life - ENHANCED ATTACK AND OUTPUT - black K3 coating is ultra-hard to maintain string brightness and enhance output - FLEXIBLE FEEL - Round core construction gives BLACK BEAUTIES a flexible feel that’s less fatiguing to play over long sessions ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B001HN7VKG | | Best Sellers Rank | #737 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #3 in Bass Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Nickel plated | | Brand | DR Strings | | Brand Name | DR Strings | | Coating Description | coated | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 5,726 Reviews | | Finish Type | Coated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00600781001748 | | Included Components | Bass guitar strings | | Instrument | Bass Guitar | | Item Type Name | BLACK BEAUTIES - Black Coated Steel 6-string Bass Guitar Strings, 30-125 Gauge, Round Core | | Item Weight | 3.2 ounces | | Manufacturer | DR Strings | | Manufacturer Part Number | BKB630 | | Model Name | DR Strings BLACK BEAUTIES 6-string Bass Guitar Strings | | Model Number | BKB6-30 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Recommended Uses For Product | Playing the bass guitar | | Set Name | 30-125 | | Sound Profile | Clear, defined, with reduced overtones | | String Gauge | Medium | | String Material Type | Nickel Steel | | UPC | 600781001748 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | Warrantied against manufacturing defects. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** DR Strings - **Color:** Black - **Instrument:** Bass Guitar - **String Gauge:** Medium - **String Material Type:** Nickel Steel ## Images ![DR Strings Beauties-Black Coated Steel 6 Bass Guitar Strings, 30-125 Gauge, Round Core (BKB6-30) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81YxmY1lgvL.jpg) ![DR Strings Beauties-Black Coated Steel 6 Bass Guitar Strings, 30-125 Gauge, Round Core (BKB6-30) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/713Ptdd-XWL.jpg) ![DR Strings Beauties-Black Coated Steel 6 Bass Guitar Strings, 30-125 Gauge, Round Core (BKB6-30) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81TI-CxGyOL.jpg) ![DR Strings Beauties-Black Coated Steel 6 Bass Guitar Strings, 30-125 Gauge, Round Core (BKB6-30) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81+j93lOR1L.jpg) ![DR Strings Beauties-Black Coated Steel 6 Bass Guitar Strings, 30-125 Gauge, Round Core (BKB6-30) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81pi4JzqWcL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Set** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: When will this item be back in stock?** A: We have plenty in stock and usually ship same day. Thanks! **Q: does the string come long scale** A: There long enough I have them on a peavy cirrus custom longest neck out **Q: Are these strings safe to use on a fretless bass?** A: I’ve been using these for well over a decade on a fretless and the fingerboard is fine. I did get some fingerboard scraps before I switched to coated strings. **Q: What are gauges in the 6-string bass set?** A: Gauges for the BKB6-30 set: 30-45-65-85-105-125 ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best sounding, playing strings I have found for my Rickenbacker 4003! *by T***T on December 5, 2013* I own 10 bass guitars and use a variety of DR string models on all of them. One of my favorite DR sets is their Sunbeams, which I use on all of my short scale basses. I was looking for something with a coating to try on my 4003 and had read good things about these Black Beauty strings which I discovered are basically coated Sunbeams, just like the other DR coated strings like the Red Devils! Prior to swtitching over to these I had been running with DR Lo-Riders on my 4003 which I also use on my Fender Jazz Basses. Contrary to the nice top end bite I get from these on my 62 and 73 Jazz, I just wasn't getting the classic RIC tone I wanted out of the 4003 with LO-Riders installed, so this is why I decided to give these a try. I had been running with DR Red Devils on my Fender Jaguar and my Gretch DuoJet for a long time so I already knew that these coated DRs have a great tone, reduced fret clatter and easy on the fingers to boot, so I already knew there was a good chance these Black Beauties were going to deliver what I was looking for. After installing them on the 4003 and adjusting the truss rods to account for the reduced string tension compared to the Lo-Riders I was thrilled with the results! These strings have proven to be the perfect match for the Rickenbacker! I am getting that classic 4001/4003 tone in spades and with the added bonus of less string noise when sliding, and much reduced fret clank when playing fast runs up and down the neck. Because these are coated, you need to take care when installing them that you don't just yank the strings through the bridge as you install them, otherwise you risk scraping off the micro-thin coating. When installed properly, you should not have to worry about the coating coming off with normal use. I use a pick most of the time and have not seen any evidence of the coating coming off where the pick contacts the strings, or in any of the most commonly played sections of the fingerboard. Have to take these 1-2 Star reviews on here with a grain of salt based on my own personal experience with these... I have read a few bad reviews on here complaining about the coating coming off or the strings being dead out of the box. I can't comment on the dead string issue, but in terms of the coating coming off, it sure sounds to me like these folks failed to read the instructions about using care during installation. If you just pull these quickly through the bridge holes like normal strings without regard for the coating, there is a very high probability that you will fracture the coating which will eventually result in the coating cracking off the string over time. I have DR coated strings on 6 of my 10 guitars and none of them have ever had a problem with the coating flaking off or the strings going dead prematurely. Two of my guitars have had a set of Red Devils on them for over 14 months and they still sound great even after hundreds of hours in the studio. In conclusion, I have nothing but high praise for these strings and recommend them for anyone looking for a high quality coated string with great tone and feel. The black strings also look really cool against the black JetGlo finish of my 4003! If you are looking for the same string in a different color, check out the Red Devils or the Cool Blue versions! Same string, just a different color coating. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing sound and perfect tuning! *by R***N on May 19, 2026* I am currently using these DR Strings Black Beauties on my bass, and I couldn't be more satisfied. The sound quality is magnificent—crisp, punchy, and clear. What impressed me the most is how well they hold their tuning; I rarely have to readjust them. Plus, the black coating looks absolutely stunning and feels great on the fingers. Highly recommended for any bass player looking for premium tone and reliability! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love these strings! *by M***W on July 15, 2026* I love these strings. They sound bright and have a good feel, yet cut down on some of the string noise. The coating lasts fairly long. My first set got heavy use for 10 months and the coating is only worn on the area of my strumming hand. ## Frequently Bought Together - DR Strings Beauties-Black Coated Steel 6 Bass Guitar Strings, 30-125 Gauge, Round Core (BKB6-30) - DR Strings Black Beauties-Black Coated Bass Guitar Strings 45-105 (BKB-45) - DR Black Beauties Bass 5 Strings 45-130 --- ## 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.sg/products/10389504-dr-strings-beauties-black-coated-steel-6-bass-guitar-strings](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/10389504-dr-strings-beauties-black-coated-steel-6-bass-guitar-strings) --- *Product available on Desertcart Singapore* *Store origin: SG* *Last updated: 2026-10-08*