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Old 01-03-2008, 12:44 PM
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Dean Edge 5 Stock Strings

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Hey,

Since a couple of years I'm the proud owner of a DEAN Edge 5 bass. I'm really satisfied about it, but the thing that bothers me is that I can't find the right strings for it. The stock strings were perfect (for me), but I've had a few other types of strings, but none were as good as the original.

My question now is : does anybody know what type of strings are used as the Dean stock strings ???

If not, what type of strings do you suggest for a 5 string bass, with the option of downtuning them to Bb Eb Ab Db Gb.
I play (death/trash) metal.

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Old 01-04-2008, 05:34 PM
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That's some serious tuning! Anyhow, there is a simple answer, email/ phone their customer support/ tech department. They will be happy to tell you as they are probably affiliated with the company. I know Schecters come with Elixor strings (with a tag to tell you) in an effort to make you buy elixors (it didnt work, i hate them).

I play a 5 string too, and I just love my D'addario EXL160-5 as they are easily playable (when grinding out some Strapping Young Lad bass lines) and sound great.

For you though, I would prescribe some Pro Steel (not nickel wound as above) as they gives a noticeable increase in brightness, attack, and growl. I actually prefer these myself, but the stainless steel eats your frets and finger board faster than anything, nickel wound doesn't. Anyway, try these: EPS160-5



Edit: The bass player for Cradle of Filth uses Rotosound strings, so that may help you get their tone. Having said this I tried them with my band, and the D'addario Pro Steels still came out as the best beyond doubt. Good luck!
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Old 01-04-2008, 06:19 PM
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Any strings should be able to handle that tuning (standard tuning down a half step).

Standard 45-130 gauge 5 string sets from D'Addario or Ernie Ball rounds would probably be the best middle of the road choice for your Dean. I doubt Dean puts stainless or flats or something strange on their basses out of the shop.
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Old 01-04-2008, 06:34 PM
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Second on the D'Addario ProSteels suggestion. Ernie Ball also has a great steel set that's under $20. Don't have my Dean Edge 5 anymore, but liked it a lot while I had it. An immediate string change made quite a difference.
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Old 01-04-2008, 07:10 PM
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The Dean Edge basses come with GHS Bass Boomers installed, .045-.120.
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Old 01-05-2008, 04:50 AM
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Thank you all for the info & suggestions !

To DeanT : Out of curiosity, where did you get the info on these Boomers ?
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