GHS Progressives 5L8000 – Premium Performance for 5-String Basses

GHS Progressives 5L8000 delivers a balanced, articulate sound for 5-string bass players who want clarity and magnetic presence. Built using Alloy 52, a specialized nickel-iron alloy, the set features a hexagonal core beneath the wrap. Each string in the 5L8000 collection is tailored for extended scale instruments, offering clean lows and a shimmering top end.

Unique Alloy 52 Construction

What stands out about the Progressives 5L8000 is its Alloy 52 wrap, providing higher magnetic output and greater longevity than traditional nickel-plated steel. Players notice increased punch, improved sustain, and tone that endures through long sessions.

Optimized for 5-String, Long Scale Basses

Covering gauges .045–.126 and supporting 34–35” (864–889 mm) scale lengths, this model fits a wide variety of 5-string basses. Even tension and accurate intonation are maintained across every string.

• String Gauges: .045, .065, .080, .100, .126 — delivers light tension and flexible playability
• Compatibility with scale lengths of 864–889 mm means most long-scale and "plus" instruments are suitable for this set.
• Core Type: Hexagonal — enhances tuning stability
• Wrap Material: Alloy 52 (nickel-iron) — provides a balance of brightness and durability