Rotosound RS668 Swing Bass Stainless Steel Strings, 8-String Set
Rotosound RS668 Swing Bass strings are an uncoated stainless-steel set listed for electric bass. The listing describes a bright, punchy, energetic sound and specifies long-scale fit, with suitability also stated for medium scale.
At a glance
- Stainless-steel strings with an uncoated finish.
- The listing specifies long scale at 34 inches and says the set is also suitable up to medium scale at 32 inches.
- The stated sound profile is bright, punchy and energetic.
Reference price: £47.50
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros
- The stated scale-length guidance helps buyers check compatibility with long- and medium-scale basses.
- Stainless steel construction and an uncoated finish are clearly specified.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Brand | Rotosound |
|---|---|
| Model | RS668 |
| Set name | SWING 66 STAINLESS |
| String material | Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Coating | Uncoated |
| Colour | metallic silver |
| Sound profile | bright, punchy, energetic |
| Instrument | Bass Guitar |
|---|---|
| Scale fit | Long scale (34"/860mm) - also suitable up to medium (32"/810mm) |
| Recommended use | Playing the electric bass |
| Weight listed | 0.1 Kilograms |
|---|
| String gauge field | .02 |
|---|
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
Listing details are inconsistent: the title calls this an 8-string set and gives a 45-105 range, while the details field lists a single .02 gauge and the package description says one pack of bass strings. Confirm the string count and individual gauges for the selected listing before buying. The stated scale fit is 34 inches, also suitable up to 32 inches.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Bass players looking for an uncoated stainless-steel set with the listed bright, punchy sound profile.
- Players whose bass matches the stated long-scale or medium-scale fit, after confirming the set's string count and gauges.
Less suited to
- Buyers who need a verified individual gauge list or confirmed eight-string package contents before ordering.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
73% 73% - 4 stars
16% 16% - 3 stars
0% 0% - 2 stars
0% 0% - 1 star
11% 11%
Aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the five-star category, but a portion are one-star. With no written feedback supplied, these figures do not identify what customers liked or disliked, or explain how the strings perform on a particular bass.
Frequently asked questions
What material and finish does the listing specify?
It identifies the strings as stainless steel and describes them as uncoated.
Which bass scale lengths are stated?
The listing specifies long scale at 34 inches and says the strings are also suitable up to medium scale at 32 inches.
Are the string count and gauges clear?
No. The title says 8-string and 45-105, but the details field gives .02 and the package text only says one pack of bass strings. Check the selected listing for confirmation.
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