--- product_id: 61511340 title: "LTF-5A Low T. Flex Flat 042/118" brand: "la bella" price: "β‚Ή 13832" currency: INR in_stock: false url: https://www.desertcart.in/products/61511340-ltf-5a-low-t-flex-flat-042-118 store_origin: IN region: India --- # Stainless Steel Flat Wound Hand-wound & polished Light Tension 163.2 lbs total LTF-5A Low T. Flex Flat 042/118 **Brand:** la bella **Price:** β‚Ή 13832 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Elevate your bass game with La Bella’s smooth, flexible flat wounds β€” feel the difference, hear the envy! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** LTF-5A Low T. Flex Flat 042/118 by la bella - **How much does it cost?** β‚Ή 13832 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.in](https://www.desertcart.in/products/61511340-ltf-5a-low-t-flex-flat-042-118) ## 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€’ **Long Scale Perfect Fit:** Designed for standard long scale basses with precise string lengths for optimal tuning stability. - β€’ **Optimized Light Tension:** Total tension of 163.2 lbs balances playability and tone without the floppy-string feel. - β€’ **Classic Tone, Modern Flex:** Experience the iconic La Bella flat wound sound with enhanced flexibility for effortless play. - β€’ **Precision Handcrafted Quality:** Each string is meticulously hand-wound and polished in the USA for unmatched smoothness and durability. - β€’ **Premium Stainless Steel Build:** Durable stainless steel construction ensures longevity and consistent performance gig after gig. ## Overview La Bella LTF-5A Low T. Flex Flat 042/118 bass strings are premium stainless steel flat wound strings crafted in the USA. Featuring hand-wound round cores and narrower ribbon wire, they deliver classic flat wound tone with a lighter, more flexible tension of 163.2 lbs total. Designed for long scale basses, these strings offer exceptional smoothness and durability without compromising on tonal depth or playability. ## 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 unrivaled smooth feeling uniquely characteristic to La Bella Strings. Stainless Steel Flat Wound Round cores for greater flexibility and narrower ribbon for an unrivaled smooth feeling Light Tension Total Tension in Lbs: 163.20 (1st 36.2, 2nd 34, 3rd 30.5, 4th 34.2, 5th 28.3) String Gauges: .042, .056, .075, .100, .118 Standard Long Scale Set Made in the USA with American Wire All standard bass sets are LONG scale length. The 1st (G), 2nd (D) & 3rd (A) strings are 38” from ball-end to silk/taper. The 4th (E) & 5th (B) string are 36 ¾” from ball-end to silk/taper. Only the silk portion of the string should wrap around the tuning post or else the string will break. ## Features - Made in USA - Item Package Quantity: 1 - Good Quality - Item Package Quantity: 1 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Item model number | 8415379696 | | Body Material | Stainless Steel | | Colour | green | | String Gauge | Leicht | | String Material | Stainless Steel | | Material Type | Steel | | Item Weight | 28.3 g | ## Product Details - **Brand:** La Bella - **String gauge:** Leicht - **Colour:** green - **Instrument:** Bassgitarre - **String material type:** Stainless Steel ## Images ![LTF-5A Low T. Flex Flat 042/118 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71fOS9Pj-3L.jpg) ## Frequently Bought Together - La Bella LTF-5A Low Tension Flats Long Scale Stainless Steel Flat Wound Electric Bass String 42-118 - La Bella LTF-4A Low Tension Flats Long Scale Stainless Steel Flat Wound 4- String Electric Bass 42-100 - La Bella 760FS Deep Talkin' Stainless Steel Flat Wound - Standard Long Scale Through Body 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.in/products/61511340-ltf-5a-low-t-flex-flat-042-118](https://www.desertcart.in/products/61511340-ltf-5a-low-t-flex-flat-042-118) --- *Product available on Desertcart India* *Store origin: IN* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*