String suggestion Squier Deluxe Jazz Bass V

[kenkaj]

Just purchased a Squier Jazz v and was wondering what strings you could recommend.At the moment it has the stock strings which seem ok for stock but the B string seems floppy.
I would hate to buy another set and have the same problem.I usually use TI flats, but because of their string tension being lower than most flats i am reluctant to buy their 5 string set. Any ideas? Bass is tremendous value for the price by the way!

[Joe Nerve]

I liked the ones they came with. They lasted a really long time, and I didn't have your B string experience. I replaced them with a set of DR black coated strings (forget which ones they exactly are) and oddly enough wound up with B string problems. I think quality control on all strings leaves a lot to be desired. The Fender B was clear, tight and defined - the DR string dull, lower in volume and a lot less defined.

The stock strings are Fender Super 7350-5M Stainless Steel (.045 to .125). Last time I tried to find them they didn't exist though, and I had to buy a 4 string set with an added B. Might want to just try replacing the B on yours. www.juststrings.com

PS. Switched to them stock fender strings on my other basses and I'm very happy about it. Used to use DaDarrios.

[kenkaj]

After reading sundogue's D'addario chrome thread i went out and bought the five string set.
Back to flats. Floppy B banished. Life is good.

[portmanteau]

I had D'addario rounds on my MIA Jazz fiver when I first bought it. Same problem as you; floppy B string.

Switching to DR Lo-riders fixed my floppy B string problem.