SX Short Scale flats?

BassBob185 · #1 02-11-2009, 06:30 AM

I've never used flats but may try them on my SX short scale with "P" configured pickups. Suggestions?

Thanks

selowitch · #2 02-11-2009, 06:44 AM

Fender, TI, LaBella, or D'Addario Chromes. Not necessarily in that order. I really like the Chromes myself. Nice thumpy tone but not without a little brightness, too.

BloozBass · #3 02-11-2009, 06:50 AM

On my P shorty, I use Rotosound 88's. I had to enlarge the bridge holes and file the nut slots a little, but I love the sound. On my J shorty, I go back and forth between Roto 66's and 77's depending on the gig. I've also used 77's on the P, but I like the upright-sounding thump of the 88's better. The 77's are pretty bright for flats - if you want something midway between the 77's and 88's, I've also tried the LaBellas. Not my favorite, but I seem to be in a minority around here in that regard.

Blooz

BassBob185 · #4 02-11-2009, 10:07 AM

Anyone ever tried the Labella Deep talking tape wound strings? They are black. May be too big to fit a short scale

fretlessguy · #5 02-11-2009, 04:34 PM

The short scale SX Jazz clone I own came with a set of flats that are really good. I can tell by looking that it appears that only light gauge strings can be used unless you widen the holes in the bridge. Since I do not care for anything over .100-.40 anyway, that's okay.
The most extensive selection of short scale strings for purchase I have seen are on the net are found are at www.juststrings.com and www.bpstrings.com. They can be had in any gauge and string type just like their 34 inch cousins.