Newbie String Question 4 Squier VM Jazz

Jmon7 · #1 03-31-2008, 09:53 AM

I just got a Squier Vintage Modified Jazz Bass, which I like very much. It came with Fender 7250ML strings. They sound fine to my ears, but seem to create lots of unwanted tones and are quite noisey. Now I know that I need to work on damping the strings, which is being learned. Would a string change help to possibly flat wound strings or another brand of rounds? My interest are only as a hobby and I'm playing rock, blues, and trying to learn to slap.

lowendgenerator · #2 03-31-2008, 10:06 AM

I have a VMJB, and I find that the pickups are the main component in your issue. Those pups are VERY articulate and full range. The VMJB is the brightest bass I own. Try backing the pickups down a bit, it might help. Don't put Stainless Steel Lo-Riders on there, it won't help with your overtones at all!

jmaestro · #3 03-31-2008, 04:40 PM

Flats will definitely help. TI Jazz Flats (JF344) sounds perfect to me. If not flats then DR Nickle Lo Riders.