recommend me a string for low D

huckingfuskie · #1 08-08-2008, 12:03 PM

When i tune my bass in DADG the low D string feels like jello... it feels very loose and when i hammer on (even light hamer ons) i get a very unwelcoming 'clank' noise from the string hitting the fretboard.

suggestions?

MysticMichael · #2 08-08-2008, 12:09 PM

Anything with a hexagonal core - as opposed to a round core. A hex core gives the string more tension.

Alternatively, you could try going to the next heavier gauge - at least for the "E" string - and see if that does it for you...

MM

markdavid · #3 08-08-2008, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by huckingfuskie

When i tune my bass in DADG the low D string feels like jello... it feels very loose and when i hammer on (even light hamer ons) i get a very unwelcoming 'clank' noise from the string hitting the fretboard.

suggestions?

Get some power slinkies , there gauged at .110 at the E and .55 on the G , they s/be plenty heavy