To Taper or Not to Taper

[smogg]

This thread got me thinking:
ok

With the two brands of strings I use, I can build a custom set with a +/- of 3 lbs in tension across the board vs the +/- 12 lbs of pre-packaged sets. My bass gives me the option of top load or through body. I prefer through body.

So the question comes down to, is there any real benefit to using a tapered low B vs regular low B for though body.
(FYI: I currently use regular low B through body)

String gurus please feel free to advise.

thanks,
smogg

[FunkMetalBass]

There are theories, but outside of setups, I've not noticed a difference tonally.

[darkstorm]

For thru body strings Id say no. As best I understand it the purpose for tapered is how it rides over the bridge saddle. Since that wont happen with thru body, Id think it pointless to use tapered.

[KingRazor]

I like tapered for most bridges but I don't know anything about through bodies.