Certain strings for a certain bass

Boostedrex · #1 03-12-2009, 09:58 AM

Forgive the n00b question, but I'm curious. Do certain strings seem to work better on certain makes/models of bass? I have been searching this forum for a while now without any luck. I have an Ibanez SR500 and the stock Elixers are about ready to be replaced. (the coating is starting to fray off pretty bad in the lower frets) I was thinking about switching over to some DR Black Beauties, but I'm just not knowledgable enough yet to know if I'm making a wise choice. I'm also still a beginner so I won't be able to get the most out of any string I use yet. I just want something with a nice tone, fairly easy on my fingers, and a string that will last. Thanks in advance all.

Zach

PaulMacCnj · #2 03-12-2009, 10:20 AM

You'll get all sorts of opinions on this, but I'll say "Yes". For example from my own experience, I really like the growl of DR Nickel LoRiders on a Spector, but not on a Fender Precision.

stflbn · #3 03-12-2009, 10:23 AM

Whew... I thought this was another thread about David Certain and Certain basses.

Answer: String choices are 99.9% personal choice. What one person LOVEs in a string on a specific bass, another bass player will say they absolutely HATE. All comes down to preference of tone, feel and technique. And for many... 'cost'.

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Boostedrex · #4 03-12-2009, 10:42 AM

Good deal. Thanks for the fast repsonses guys. I have to admit that I do like the tone I'm getting from the stock Elixir's that are currently on the bass. But the strings are really starting to look like shyte and I can imagine that they are not sounding as good now as they did new. The bass is 8 months old (I'm the 2nd owner), so this is speculation on the current string condition.