DR Question

[Craig_S]

I want to try a new set of strings. DR nickel Low Riders or Sunbeams? I like a smooth feel.

[RCCollins]

The surface of these strings is more or less identical. The difference is the core, and thus the tension (lo-riders are hex core and higher tension)

[Craig_S]

Ahhh... I see. I'm a D'Addario user. The hex core Low Riders will surely feel more "at home" to me. What about the sound. Have you compared them? Which do you like best?

[EagleMoon]

Basically if you like a stiffer string, go with the Lo-Riders. Slinky string - Sunbeams.

[RCCollins]

the overall tone is pretty similar but you can hear the extra "snap" of the lo-riders a bit

[EagleMoon]

I've tried the Lo-Riders because a lot of people here recommended them. I didn't like the tone AT ALL. Very dull and lifeless sounding to me. The Sunbeams were a lot better.

[hasbeen]

...agreed...."texture" feels the same. They are both nice and smooth feeling.

Lo Riders are stiffer....Sunbeams are more flexible. I like Sunbeams.

[Nedmundo]

Keep in mind that Lo-Riders come in stainless and nickel wound versions. I'm using the stainless on my G&L L-1500, and find them pretty smooth to the touch, but I'm sure the nickels are smoother. And even the Lo-Riders are lower tension than many strings, such as the GHS Boomers and Fenders I frequently use.

[Jared Lash]

I like SS Low Riders and I like Sunbeams but for some reason I didn't like the Nickel Low Riders.

SS Low Riders are bright and aggressive with some definite growl. The Sunbeams are smooth and warm.

The nickel Low Riders seemed like a bad middle ground between the two.

Just my $0.02

[bottomfeedins]

I have SS low Riders and I love 'em! Been using them for a while now. I'm not sure what else I'd try at the moment.

[Mastermold]

Originally Posted by EagleMoon

Basically if you like a stiffer string, go with the Lo-Riders. Slinky string - Sunbeams.

+1

I've got nickle Lo-Riders on a five string for the tension in the B string, but Sunbeams on a fretless four string for slink.