Restringing my 65 Jazz

[Honk'n_down-low]

Getting ready to put new strings on my 65 Jazz Bass, the current set is about 15 years old or older I have forgotten, I think they are Ken Smith Stainless Rounds.

What are y'all stringing your Vintage Jazz Basses with. I am leaning toward Thomastiks, but I am also considering ground wounds, I want to be kind to the frets - first 5 positions are showing some wear as expected. Just looking for some ideas, not a deep philosophical discussion, but your thoughts and opinions are welcome Thank you!

[D Bopp]

LaBella 760 FL flats. I use them on all my basses including my 59 P, 52 P, and 61 J.

[Honk'n_down-low]

Like em, have them on my P-Bass : )

Thanks!

[D Bopp]

Originally Posted by Honk'n_down-low

Like em, have them on my P-Bass : )

Thanks!

They sound just as good on a jazz!

[Stumbo]

Originally Posted by D Bopp

LaBella 760 FL flats. I use them on all my basses including my 59 P, 52 P, and 61 J.

+1

Also known as the Jamerson Electric Bass Strings

[gjuro]

If you want to use rounds go with some nickles, they are easier on the frets

[D Bopp]

Originally Posted by Stumbo

+1

Also known as the Jamerson Electric Bass Strings

Actually, the 760FL's are the light gauge with red silk wrapping. The Jamersons are the heavy's with blue wrapping. Equally cool, but I fear for my bass neck!

[Honk'n_down-low]

Originally Posted by D Bopp

Actually, the 760FL's are the light gauge with red silk wrapping. The Jamersons are the heavy's with blue wrapping. Equally cool, but I fear for my bass neck!

I have the FL's they are equal to most Medium Gauge String IME.

Did not try the Jamerson Set yet.

[fu22ba55]

I wish I had your guys' problems.

"What strings should I put on my '52 P-Bass?"

My god in heaven.

[markjazzbassist]

labella 760FS on my 69 Fender Jazz. It sounds amazing. the middy thump is so articulate and wonderful