what kind of strings would be good for my schecter diamond series bass?

bassplayer1494 · #1 02-13-2010, 04:26 PM

im looking to get a good set of replacement strings for my bass. i've been using the same strings on my bass ever since i first got it which was back in september of 08 so yea its well overdue. Any suggestions?

bottomzone · #2 02-13-2010, 05:02 PM

My Custom 4 came standard with Elixir Nanowebs and they sound great. Not ony that, they lasted about 2 years before they started to die. I'm sticking with these.

A Groove is a Terrible Thing to Waste!

bassplayer1494 · #3 02-13-2010, 05:15 PM

thanks. i will look into them

bassplayer1494 · #4 02-13-2010, 05:16 PM

do u use flats or rounds?

darkstorm · #5 02-13-2010, 05:44 PM

What sound tweak do you want the strings to give? What do you like about the strings youve used and what voice char should they have to best please you?

bassplayer1494 · #6 02-13-2010, 05:48 PM

im looking for a set of strings that can produce multiple sounds ranging from classic rock, funk, and grunge

GreenFunkGuy · #7 02-13-2010, 06:06 PM

THICKER- heavier sound
THINNER--fast and bendy

NICKEL-warm
STAINLESS STEEL-bright

Roundwound-ridges cause sqeaking
Flatwound-Less bright, last longer

Jkaz · #8 02-14-2010, 08:20 PM

I owned a Schector C4, and one of the Stilletos/Extremes. I can't remember, they all sound the same. I really wanted to own a Schector. I like the detailing and proportion of their basses. In the end, it just wasn't for me.

Based on the type of music you'll be playing, I would definitely recommend Elixirs. Your hands will fly up an down the neck, and the strings can last up to a few years. Depending how picky you are.

As for producing multiple sounds that will come from the adjustments on your bass settings, or your preamp.