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Tapered light gauge 6 string sets

FWIW,
I use D'Addario NYXL strings with tapered B, E, and A (same tapered E and A on my 4 string).
I buy them individually from Fretnation as they don't come in a set as such.
They're available in a wide range of gauges.

Note: If you don't want the large outer wrap (instead of just the tuner lead)
on your B and E strings winding around your tuner post,
D'Addario's regular Long Scale will fit most 35" scale basses.
Usually use their Super Long Scales for 36" scale or longer.
 
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Kind of an odd set but I'm having a hard time finding a light gauge tapered set in stock anywhere. Is the SR2000 set my best bet? I'd be open to combining single strings if anyone has them in stock.

My preferred gauges:
.30
.40
.55
.70
.95
.125

Try going to the Kalium site and poking around there. They have a lot of options. I mean, a LOT. Though I don't know how many of the strings are tapered. I use a set that goes, if memory serves, from .029 to .136. However, only the E (.102) and the low B (.136) are tapered.
 
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