Good, Long lasting Strings?

Tylerrr51 · #1 12-09-2009, 04:43 PM

What are the longest lasting strings that had pretty good sound that youve ever bought? ive tried boomers and the good sound was out in a day and they dont last too long and I want to see if anyone knows of strings that last a long time and sound good. thankyou.

Nashrakh · #2 12-09-2009, 04:48 PM

Tell us what you mean by "good sound".

First things that came to mind: Coated strings, halfrounds, flatwounds.

By asking which strings are "good", you're opening a huge can of worms, dude...

73jbass · #3 12-09-2009, 04:55 PM

Elixirs.

REAPER52 · #4 12-09-2009, 04:58 PM

T I FLATS some people leave them on for years. mine are a year old and going strong---- but flats arent for everyone -

Tylerrr51 · #5 12-09-2009, 04:58 PM

im looking for anything, any preference.

JustDavid · #6 12-09-2009, 05:05 PM

You have to define "good". Better yet, scrap "good" & define the sound you want.

Given you like the Boomers initial sound, I suspect you wouldn't like Flats. But they do tend to last years & years.

I also love the TIs, but can easily see where some folks hate them due to the very low tension.

bassplayer347 · #7 12-09-2009, 05:16 PM

I've had a set of Fender Flats on for over 3 1/2 years.

MEKer · #8 12-09-2009, 05:19 PM

I've had looooonnggg luck with D'Addario strings

NickRich · #9 12-09-2009, 05:26 PM

Keep your hands clean. Sounds funny, but that's the difference for me.

A set of strings usually last for about two weeks for me. But if I wash my hands before playing, they'll last 2 months.

And even better : boil them when you think they're good for the thrash. You might be surprised by the result.

Nick

archer121 · #10 12-09-2009, 05:40 PM

What's your playing style? What kind of sound are looking for from your strings? Fretted or fretless? Do you gig or play at home? How often?

Tylerrr51 · #11 12-09-2009, 05:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by archer121

What's your playing style? What kind of sound are looking for from your strings? Fretted or fretless? Do you gig or play at home? How often?

i play in a progressive metal band, and we are looking to start giging locally. i prefer roundwound that are in the budget. im looking for a real heavy sound.

Bassist4Life · #12 12-09-2009, 05:53 PM

TI Jazz Flats have been on my much used P Bass for over 4 years. I don't plan on changing them anytime soon. Best feeling and sounding strings I've ever played.

irishpride28 · #13 12-09-2009, 05:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NickRich

Keep your hands clean. Sounds funny, but that's the difference for me.

A set of strings usually last for about two weeks for me. But if I wash my hands before playing, they'll last 2 months.

And even better : boil them when you think they're good for the thrash. You might be surprised by the result.

Nick

+1
Ive heard of this from a friend of mine and he says it works wonders.

M0ses · #14 12-09-2009, 06:02 PM

If time is your most important factor, then obviously you can only go for flats. They literally never need to be replaced.

And if you're on a quest to find long-lasting rounds, you are doomed to failure. It ain't gonna happen.

Tylerrr51 · #15 12-09-2009, 06:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by M0ses

If time is your most important factor, then obviously you can only go for flats. They literally never need to be replaced.

And if you're on a quest to find long-lasting rounds, you are doomed to failure. It ain't gonna happen.

i guess your right. its just i have a very low budget for strings, i love bass but cant afford the monthly string change so im just trying to find the best roundwounds out there thatll last. playings an everyday thing for me so i realy need it

stflbn · #16 12-09-2009, 06:52 PM

You're not going to find cheap strings that last a long time and remain bright and cutting.

Buy a set of Elixir's or Ernie Ball Coated Strings. They cost more but last 4x's longer or more.

REAPER52 · #17 12-09-2009, 07:00 PM

i like the DR Sunbeams for rounds ...

chicago_mike · #18 12-09-2009, 07:08 PM

wash your hands as stated above. If you play everyday you'll kill roundwounds quick. Doesnt matter if they're nickle or ss, dr, dean markely, whomever. I can kill nickles before the first set is over if my hands sweat enough. 35 bucks out the door.

Ray man · #19 12-09-2009, 07:11 PM

I clean my strings with rubbing alcohol. They always sound brand new.

mccartneyman · #20 12-09-2009, 07:44 PM

Three years on my TI Flats and counting. Just did recording using my 55-94 with these strings and it blew away the other bass being used, a an SR4 with rounds.