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Black Label Bass

45–105German BassOEM FactoryModern RockWarwick Native
4.6· Based on 145 reviews · 4 languages
from $22.99
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Brightness8Warmth5Sustain7Durability7Playability7Value7

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Six-axis profile · scored 1-10 across the catalog

  • Brightness8/10
  • Warmth5/10
  • Sustain7/10
  • Durability7/10
  • Playability7/10
  • Value7/10

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Based on 145 reviews · 4 languages

Tone character

Warwick Black Label Bass is the German manufacturer's OEM bass string line — NPS wrap designed to match Warwick's signature neck-through bass voicing. Brighter and more aggressive than Fender pure nickel, less polished than D'Addario ProSteels Bass. The factory choice for Warwick owners seeking brand-consistency.

Best for

Warwick bass owners seeking factory-matched tone. Modern rock and metal bassists. German-brand heritage enthusiasts completing their setup. Players preferring NPS brightness over pure nickel warmth on bass.

Durability

Standard NPS bass lifespan — 3-5 weeks of peak tone. German QC provides reliable pack-to-pack consistency. Break resistance matches D'Addario XL Bass at similar tension.

Climate notes

Standard uncoated NPS humidity response. Not coated but corrosion resistance is decent. Tropical-climate bassists see 2-3 week change cycles.

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Pros

  • Factory-matched to Warwick bass voicings
  • Brighter NPS attack for modern rock
  • German QC and consistency
  • Moderate price for premium German manufacture

Cons

  • Too bright for vintage Motown tone
  • Limited availability outside Warwick dealer network
  • Less popular internationally than D'Addario or Ernie Ball

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