TI flat B, E, & A + D&G from ?

Thumper · #1 03-10-2013, 10:32 AM

I really like the TIs on my Zon 5/1 but don't like the skinny D & G due to the feel/pressure. Since TI doesn't offer other diameters I wonder if I could use other flats for those 2 strings. Do any other flats sound anywhere close?

I know someone will say just try it but all my other flats are cut for Fenders. Maybe some rounds?

**lmfreeman9** · #2 03-11-2013, 07:47 AM

LaBella DTF FL or FX gauge may sound similar.

Thumper · #3 03-11-2013, 08:44 AM

I wonder if even some light chromes would work. I know most people probably think this is a bad idea, and maybe it is. Still, I think the B, E, and A have more impact based upon how much more vibration there is in the bass itself when they are played.

Thanks for the suggestion.

braydensharrar · #4 03-11-2013, 08:56 AM

Hate to say it because they're so expensive, but Pyramid Golds would probably be your best bet.

I've played just about every set of flats out there and I think the only string that tension wise that feels remotely similar to the TI's are the Pyramids. Not exactly the same (which you wouldn't want anyway, obviously), but I think they'd give you exactly what you're after.

PyramidGolds are my second favorite flat set ever, maybe even the first because the only set I've ever played that I like more was a set of 10 year old La Bella 760FL's that I stupidly sold. But I have a set of the Pyramids on standby for anytime I need the flats (I primarily play La Bella's 760RL set).

Good luck, I know you're pain as I've definitely been there with the TI's!

.B