Need twangy roundwounds, please.

[mcblahflooper94]

Hello, I am still a 11 month old baby in the world of music, and I have a question. I don't think this is truly worthy of discussion as a thread is supposed to be, but could someone answer this question for me? I want a set of 6 string LOUD, twangy roundwoundy ness for a band that plays mostly stuff like Skidrow, Foo Fighters, and Switchfoot (no jam songs ): .) I will be putting the C on a 5 string and if I ever decide to use the B It'll be ready... Anyways what is a nice twangy loud, halfway decent as far as price goes, set for a 6-string? Thank you all knowing ones. *worships*

[walterw]

any good nickel-plated roundwound will do fine.

one is not going to be "louder" or really "twangier" than another; it's more the difference between new stings and old, and more about the bass and the rig anyway.

[funkifiedsoul]

Typically, stainless steel strings are brighter than nickels, but any new rounds, nickel or SS can zing. I would recommend heavier strings re: volume and general presence as much as type. Rotosounds are balsy, plus there is something unique about the way those strings sound. (albeit I haven't played them in 20 years, a little rough on the fingers, if memory serves). DR "High-Beams" are also known for their bright zingyness.

[mcblahflooper94]

Originally Posted by funkifiedsoul

Typically, stainless steel strings are brighter than nickels, but any new rounds, nickel or SS can zing. I would recommend heavier strings re: volume and general presence as much as type. Rotosounds are balsy, plus there is something unique about the way those strings sound. (albeit I haven't played them in 20 years, a little rough on the fingers, if memory serves). DR "High-Beams" are also known for their bright zingyness.

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/acces...ELAID=26016546

Is that good? Thank you (:

[kb9wyz]

As much as I don't like them, Elixers can give you good twang, and they last s pretty long time. I had them on my SR500. That thing was too darn bright until the day I changed them (a year later). They lost their original zing after not too long, but always kept a bright tone. I prefer strings that go dead real pretty, though. So now I use other stuff.

[mmbongo]

Originally Posted by mcblahflooper94

DR Strings Hi-Beam Medium 6 String Bass Strings .125 Low B: Shop Accessories & Other Musical Instruments | Musician's Friend

Is that good? Thank you (:

Great suggestion, but get them cheaper here:
DR HI-BEAM - 6-String Set

Registering as a TB user will knock a few bucks off the price!

[mcblahflooper94]

Originally Posted by mmbongo

Great suggestion, but get them cheaper here:
DR HI-BEAM - 6-String Set

Registering as a TB user will knock a few bucks off the price!

Thanks, but I think I'm going to go with the Elixers.

[mmbongo]

Originally Posted by mcblahflooper94

Thanks, but I think I'm going to go with the Elixers.

Jason has the best price on Elixirs, too