The Super long scale list

[manbass]

I have a Lecompte TRex5, that needs this length due to the Fanned Fret thing. I am trying to compile any info here of resources for Super long scale (SLS) (36" - 38") strings, makes, models, nickel, Steel, flat, round, coated,etc. etc.

I see D'A has some EXL SLS types, anyone have any other brands/makes that would fit this thread would be a compiler for all who need them.

[Phalex]

GHS makes Long Scale Plus sizes.

I believe all of their flats are for 35 and 36 inch scale by default.

[manbass]

Thanks...I dont yet know enough to say LSP is the same as SLS brand for brand. Variables like through body add an inch, the A string tuner post is so high on the headstock, the actual string length (not scale length) needed to get at least 3 wraps would be or not be an SLS....thats where I am getting the need for some exact resources. When I get some SLS/LSP sets I will post real dimensional criteria here...if anyone has already gone through this exercise, their findings of what brand/length works would be a time saver for sure.

[JPMiers]

You might want to consider dingwall strings.

dingwalls are fanned fretted too and they make their own sets of strings. I enjoy mine.

http://www.dingwallguitars.com/

[manbass]

Thanks JP...forgot about Sheldon...there is a good amount of XL string sizing chat going on in this linked thread from his forum that is a good resource.

http://www.dingwallguitars.com/forum...opic.php?t=340

[rmrf]

DR reps told me that all their string wounded up to 37" 1/4 (maybe 37" 3/4). I have 6 string set of "Low Riders" in my bag for a month and had no chance to check this yet. LaBella extra long scale fits to 35" bass with strings-thru-body (well. almost fits. B string wounding ends right on the nut).

[manbass]

Update...a while back when Sadowsky had a sale on 5 packs of 5 string sets I bought them and they fit the 36", even to where I had to cutoff the B and G strings to wind them into the tuner peg core. So Sad's are a fit for SLS.