These signature strings pay tribute to the legendary Aston “Family Man” Barrett, the iconic bassist and musical director of Bob Marley & The Wailers, whose unmistakable grooves helped define the sound of reggae for generations.

For decades, “Family Man” trusted La Bella Flat Wound Bass Strings to deliver the deep, warm, and powerful tone that became the heartbeat of countless classic recordings. His rich, supportive bass lines laid the foundation for some of the most influential music ever created, making La Bella an integral part of his signature sound.

Built on our renowned 760FS Deep Talkin’ Bass formula, these strings provide the smooth feel, thumping low end, focused fundamentals, and long-lasting performance that have made La Bella the gold standard for flatwound bass strings.

As a tribute to Aston Barrett’s Jamaican heritage and enduring musical legacy, each set features red, gold, and green silk ends, proudly celebrating the colors synonymous with reggae culture and the music that changed the world.

Experience the legendary tone that helped shape reggae history.

• Stainless Steel Flat Wound; hand-polished for incredibly smooth finish
• Standard Tension
• String Gauges: .045, .065, .085, .105
• Black, Green, Gold, Red Silk Ends
• Standard Long Scale Set
• Made in the USA with American Wire
• Packaged using MAP Technology (Modified Atmosphere Packaging) to prevent tarnishing and ensure freshness

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) string is 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.

This particular set is NOT suitable for basses with bridges that require strings to pass through the body of the instrument.