String advice for Rickenbacker 4003

**pringlw** · #1 09-02-2010, 06:51 PM

I've had Rotosound Nickel Rounds on my Ricky pretty much since I've had it. I like that sound, but wouldn't mind finding something with a little more thickness and a little less "clank" while still maintaining that Rickenbacker growl. Suggestions welcome.

smemm · #2 09-02-2010, 07:23 PM

I've had good experiences with D'addario XL's. They sound great on my 4003 and last pretty decently. Oh yeah, they're cheap to boot.

Alex E · #3 09-03-2010, 08:34 AM

you might try DR High Beams as well. Nice and trebly, with less clank, and they have a nice bottom-end as well. I've had the same set on my 4003 for about a year and if you keep them clean, they last without much drop-off in tone. Also do not wear on your frets.