--- product_id: 313817384 title: "La Bella LTF-4A Low T. Flex Flat 042/100" brand: "la bella" price: "1063 kr" currency: NOK in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "La Bella" url: https://www.desertcart.no/products/313817384-la-bella-ltf-4a-low-t-flex-flat-042-100 store_origin: NO region: Norway --- # Narrower ribbon for ultra-smooth feel Round cores for max flexibility 134.9 lb total tension La Bella LTF-4A Low T. Flex Flat 042/100 **Brand:** la bella **Price:** 1063 kr **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Elevate your bass game with silky smooth precision – feel the difference, hear the legend! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** La Bella LTF-4A Low T. Flex Flat 042/100 by la bella - **How much does it cost?** 1063 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.no](https://www.desertcart.no/products/313817384-la-bella-ltf-4a-low-t-flex-flat-042-100) ## 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 - β€’ **Flexible Round Cores:** Hand-wound round cores maximize string flexibility for effortless finger movement - β€’ **Freshness Guaranteed:** MAP packaging locks in freshness and prevents tarnish for long-lasting performance - β€’ **Unrivaled Smoothness:** Narrower stainless steel ribbon delivers that signature silky flatwound feel - β€’ **Precision Light Tension:** 134.9 lb total tension balances playability and tone without floppy strings - β€’ **Classic Sound, Modern Comfort:** Retains vintage flatwound warmth with a lighter, more responsive touch ## Overview La Bella LTF-4A Low T. Flex Flat 042/100 bass strings combine stainless steel flatwound construction with round cores and a narrower ribbon wire to deliver classic vintage tone with enhanced flexibility and a smooth playing feel. With a total tension of 134.9 lbs, these light tension strings avoid floppy playability while offering superior comfort. Hand-wound and polished in the USA, they come packaged with MAP technology to ensure freshness and durability, making them a top choice for professional bassists seeking both tone and tactile excellence. ## Description La Bella Strings is taking a new approach to flat wound bass strings; the result is the LIGHT TENSION FLEXIBLE FLATS series. Using the same techniques that have made the Deep Talkin’ Bass Stainless Steel Flat Wounds the best-selling flat wound set on the market, La Bella has adjusted the construction to create a lighter and more flexible alternative to our classic heavier flats. The Light Tension Flexible Flats deliver the same classic sound but without the floppy-string effect associated with other light tension flat wound strings. These hand-wound and hand-polished strings are equipped with round cores for flexibility, and narrower ribbon wire to achieve that unrivalled smooth feeling uniquely characteristic to La Bella Strings. Stainless Steel Flat Wound Round cores for greater flexibility and narrower ribbon for an unrivalled smooth feeling Light Tension String Gauges: . 042, . 056, . 075, . 100 Short Scale Set: 32 1/4β€³ wound length from ball-end to silk; only silk portion of the string should wrap around the tuning post Made in the USA with American Wire Packaged using MAP Technology (Modified Atmosphere Packaging) to prevent tarnishing and ensure freshness Review: Douceur sous les doigts - Cordes ultra confortables. Parfait pour une medium scale. Review: Excellent for Fender AMPRO-II P bass... or any P bass - I put these on my new American Pro II P bass and really like them. I can easily get the range of sounds I'm looking for by varying the P bass's tone control... from vintage-y Jamerson to Headhunters Paul Jackson funk. They are very comfortable to play. ## Features - Stainless steel flat wound - Round cores for greater flexibility and narrower ribbon for an unrivaled smooth feeling - Light Tension - "Total Tension in lb.: 134.9 (1st 36.2, 2nd 34, 3rd 3.5, 4th 34.2)" - "String gauges: .42, .56, .7, .1" ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00MITW0EA | | Best Sellers Rank | #183,932 in Sporting Goods ( See Top 100 in Sporting Goods ) #36 in Archery Bowstrings | | Body Material Type | Stainless Steel Flat Wound | | Brand | La Bella | | Brand Name | La Bella | | Coating Description | Flatwound | | Coating description | Flatwound | | Color | Silber | | Colour | Silber | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 401 Reviews | | Finish Type | Polished | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00656295088959 | | Included Components | Strings only | | Instrument | Electric Bass Guitar | | Item Type Name | strings for electric bass guitar | | Item Weight | 91 g | | Manufacturer | La Bella | | Manufacturer Part Number | LTF-4A | | Material Type | Stainless Steel Flat Wound | | 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 | LTF-4A 42-100 | | Sound Profile | classic sound | | String Gauge | Light | | String Material Type | Stainless Steel | | String gauge | Light | | String material type | Stainless Steel | | UPC | 656295088959 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** La Bella - **String gauge:** Light - **Colour:** Silber - **Instrument:** Electric Bass Guitar - **String material type:** Stainless Steel ## Images ![La Bella LTF-4A Low T. Flex Flat 042/100 - 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 ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Douceur sous les doigts *by V***E on 18 July 2026* Cordes ultra confortables. Parfait pour une medium scale. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent for Fender AMPRO-II P bass... or any P bass *by M***. on 25 August 2026* I put these on my new American Pro II P bass and really like them. I can easily get the range of sounds I'm looking for by varying the P bass's tone control... from vintage-y Jamerson to Headhunters Paul Jackson funk. They are very comfortable to play. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very playable *by C***N on 5 August 2025* Outstanding strings High quality Smooth Very playable ## 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? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.no/products/313817384-la-bella-ltf-4a-low-t-flex-flat-042-100](https://www.desertcart.no/products/313817384-la-bella-ltf-4a-low-t-flex-flat-042-100) --- *Product available on Desertcart Norway* *Store origin: NO* *Last updated: 2026-09-16*