de-tuned half-step tension like TI flats?

[morebass!]

I have grown to really like the tone of my TI flats in standard tuning. However I play detuned a half-step in my main band and the TIs are just too floppy then. So what would be a string that would be similar to TIs when tuned down? Honestly I could do with a bit more tension and thump than the TIs offer at standard tuning but the TIs really sound nice... So I'm looking for a string that would sound similar to the TIs but with higher tension. Recommendations?

[bongomania]

Sounds like you want Chromes.

[morebass!]

From reading reviews on TB I was under the impression that Chromes are brighter, less smooth and maybe "clackier" than TIs. But I've never tried them myself so I'll consider them. Any others?

[G00D+~VIBES]

My Roto Flats(heavy gauge) have a lot more tension than my Chromes-med. gauge (Which are not my fav. due to the obvious bright/clacky nature of them), but it could just be a thickness thing...

[jasper383]

The Chromes set 40-95, tuned down half a step, are almost exactly the same tension as the TIs, to my fingers, at least. I just tried it on my P and my Stingray.

The problem is sound. If you like the TI sound, nothing else is like it. If you want more thump and similar tension, I might recommend the light Fender set 40-95 tuned down. Let them break in a while.

[morebass!]

Thanks guys. I may have to try that Fender set. Pretty light gauges though. But I guess that's what it takes to get the flexibiilty of the TIs

[morebass!]

Bump for more input.