Rotosound's string tension?

mattsbass · #1 03-13-2009, 11:35 AM

Am I the only one having trouble with Rotosound's string tension here?

They are quite hard getting used to because I started with Chromes before them.

Is having super tight tension normal for Rotosounds?

deckard · #2 03-13-2009, 12:18 PM

What type/set of Rotos are you using?

Might have something to do with it...

I use RS66LDs and find them perfect for me - not too floppy, not too "tight".

Mr. Ray · #3 03-13-2009, 12:57 PM

Rotosound Stainless Swingbass Roundwounds 45 to 105 do have a little tighter tension than alot of other makes the same gauges. Compared to a DR Nickel Sunbeams or Fender Nickels 7250's for example. Everytime I put Rotosounds on a bass I have had to tighten the trussrod slightly. I have used Rotosounds for a very longtime so I know them well. These days I prefer Nickel roundwounds. If you like the Rotosounds but want a more balanced set use the Billy Sheehan 43 to 110...much better IMHO

mattsbass · #4 03-13-2009, 02:24 PM

I have the SH77

I also had the swing bass set before but I didnt have this problem?