KEVIN SOTELO
"DR Strings allow me to maintain a consistent tone with attack, body, and sustain, both live and in the studio. The sound remains stable over time, which gives me the confidence to focus entirely on the music. When I’m looking for a tone that truly feels and sounds professional, I always choose DR Strings.
PRODUCTS
Sunbeam™
Nickel-Plated Round Core Bass Strings
Model: NLR5-40
Sunbeams™ are another step forward on a continuing path for players who constantly seek to upgrade their skills and tools to achieve musical satisfaction. Sunbeams™ are the next generation of nickelplated bass strings as they are wound on round cores. Sunbeams are a step forward for the traditional player and the advanced exponent of fretless bass player, both of whom want brightness and warmth. Sunbeams feature the easily recognizable feel and flexibility of DR round core construction, with nickel warmth, softness of feel and increased response to magnetic pickups due to the sensitive magnetic content (compared to stainless steel) of the nickel plated wrap wire.
BIO
Kevin Sotelo is a professional bassist, producer, and music educator based in the United States. Known for his solid groove, versatility, and musical sensitivity, he has worked across multiple genres including funk, jazz, gospel, pop, and Latin music. Throughout his career, he has shared the stage and collaborated with artists such as Marcos Witt, Álvaro López, Evan Craft, Elena Witt, and Luis Santiago. As a content creator and educator, Kevin shares bass performances, lessons, and bass-focused content with a growing international audience. His sound is defined by tone, consistency, and feel—qualities he relies on using DR Strings both live and in the studio.
