Would like some string suggestions!

madbassplaya · #1 05-22-2011, 10:56 PM

I'm a J bass style player and I really want to go with a set of strings that have a tapered B string and possibly E, but mainly the B needs to be tapered.

I've been using Dunlop strings and they are great, but I do miss having a tapered B string.

Sadowsky makes strings with a tapered B, but $30.50 plus shipping is a bit steep for me at this time.

SIT makes Taperwound strings. But they aren't the gauge that I like. I like an .85 A and .105 E.

Fender has a Taperwound set. The E is .110 but that should be ok. Anyone try or like these?

What are your thoughts and suggestions?

Double Agent · #2 05-23-2011, 07:12 AM

I am using Labella Hard Rockin' Steels on my J5 (.040-.128T) and I love them. Only the B is tapered, but it is a fantastic B string. I am normally a DR guy, but these are going to be hard to switch away from.

madbassplaya · #3 05-23-2011, 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Double Agent

I am using Labella Hard Rockin' Steels on my J5 (.040-.128T) and I love them. Only the B is tapered, but it is a fantastic B string. I am normally a DR guy, but these are going to be hard to switch away from.

i need to see if they make nickel strings. i prefer nickels.

Double Agent · #4 05-23-2011, 10:00 AM

Ahhhh....I would go with Labella Slappers then. Don't be turned off by the name, they are not just a "slapper's" string. I've had them before, and liked them.

madbassplaya · #5 05-23-2011, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Double Agent

Ahhhh....I would go with Labella Slappers then. Don't be turned off by the name, they are not just a "slapper's" string. I've had them before, and liked them.

here's the problem though. i'm trying to find a set of strings with a tapered B for less money than the Sadowskys mentioned above.

right now it seems my options are Fender 8250-5m's or Sit Tapercores.

Double Agent · #6 05-23-2011, 11:07 AM

How did I not see the $$ part??

I believe that these are made for Carvin, by Labella(which would make them very similar, if not identical, to Slappers): Carvin.com :: 5011

I would verify that the B is tapered before buying. But, if it is a tapered B, these could be exactly what you were looking for.

mogwi19 · #7 05-24-2011, 08:00 AM

Zachary Guitars "ZOG" strings have a tapered B and E
They're also graduated tension so your B is tight and punchy.