new strings for a 6 string

captainhaddock · #1 12-07-2009, 03:31 PM

hi
i`m looking for a new set of strings for my Yamaha TRB1006
any sugestions for this 35"scale monster!:

alexgeddy · #2 12-07-2009, 03:43 PM

Hi,

I have a modulus 5 and used to have a mod 6...I've been using DR lo-riders. They work great on a 35" scale. I tried a bunch of strings and use DRs on all my basses....They have a little higher tension so you might have to adjust the neck... but you can get a lower action!!
good luck

baltimore · #3 12-07-2009, 04:50 PM

DRs black beauties on my Roscoe 6 string!!lLove them!

VroomVroom · #4 12-07-2009, 04:53 PM

What are you looking for in terms of....brightness,tension, durability...?

IME...

MTD SS for max brightness.
DR Fatbeams/Hibeams for brightness and durability.
Ken Smith SS are just a bit less bright, and are quite durable.
D'Addario XL170s are terrific nickel strings - nearly as bright as SS, but with a lower mid bump.

Good luck... With some more info, I'm sure you'll get a number of good recommendations.

captainhaddock · #5 12-08-2009, 09:07 AM

Hi thanks for the info at the moment i`m using D`addarrio xl nickel 35-130tw strings just looking for somthing different not a great fan of stainless strings and I dont like a too bright tone?

Vakmere · #6 12-08-2009, 10:09 AM

Dean Markley SR 2000