Official: BassStringsOnline.com discussion thread - Page 18

apdamron · #**341** 02-02-2013, 03:17 PM

hmmm, i dont have a thru-body bass though, the b just doesnt sitting right on my euro6lx without a taper.

SLaPiNFuNK · #**342** 02-02-2013, 04:14 PM

The tapered DR's can be used on non-thru-body instruments, it just seems that on my instruments the tapered section is too long if not thru body..

My name is Mudd · #**343** 02-02-2013, 04:52 PM

I thought that tapered string were primarily for thru-body...is this wrong?

lokibass · #**344** 02-02-2013, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by My name is Mudd

I thought that tapered string were primarily for thru-body...is this wrong?

I use tapered strings on my Warwick katana 5 string.

My name is Mudd · #**345** 02-02-2013, 07:58 PM

Yeah, after thinking about it a bit more, I'm not sure why I thought that. Weekend brain, or something.

jamestown94west · #**346** 02-02-2013, 09:26 PM

I might be bringing up something that's been asked before in this thread, if so, I apologize. I just got a Warwick thumb 5, and it needs new strings desperately. Id really like to use bassstringsonline, but I've never owned a Warwick, or a bass this nice. I don't have a clue what strings to get for it. I see lots of talk on the forums about getting tapered strings. Any advice?

lpcarter · #**347** 02-08-2013, 05:09 PM

just signed up for an account. Looking forward to doing business!

**jnumme** · #**348** 02-08-2013, 05:24 PM

Question is besides the tonal differences, I had my Lakland Dj 4 set up with 105 -45's thru the standard bridge holes, but then decided I didn't like the strings so installed some new strings but strung them thru the body . Now I noticed that my strings action is higher . I looked and made sure the saddles and strings were in there places and all was good but my action. Is this typical with stringing thru body vs. standard bridge stringing ? I must mention the strings are the same gauge too. so what gives.

My name is Mudd · #**349** 02-09-2013, 08:36 AM

I had that also...someone here said to push down on the string as it comes across the saddle, kinda like 'seating' it or something, after you get some tension on the string. Solved my problem.

SLaPiNFuNK · #**350** 02-09-2013, 09:44 AM

Yup mud..

Must press down on the strings so they are completely at a straight angle from bridge to nut.... This is mostly a concern on the heavier gauge strings even on top loaded instruments. This is why tapered and exposed core bass strings exist to create a smoother installation.

Once pressing down on the string over the saddle you will notice the action drop, and intonation need to be reset.

**jnumme** · #**351** 02-09-2013, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by SLaPiNFuNK

Yup mud..

Must press down on the strings so they are completely at a straight angle from bridge to nut.... This is mostly a concern on the heavier gauge strings even on top loaded instruments. This is why tapered and exposed core bass strings exist to create a smoother installation.

Once pressing down on the string over the saddle you will notice the action drop, and intonation need to be reset.

In that case of resetting intonation I will jist stick thru bridge long scale. Ordering some as u read this.

My name is Mudd · #**352** 02-09-2013, 10:08 AM

Minor intonation adjustments aren't hard to do...a decent tuner and some patience is really all that's needed, once you know what to do. I've got a .pdf setup guide from Jerzy Drodz that I could e-mail to you, if you like.

**jnumme** · #**353** 02-09-2013, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by My name is Mudd

Minor intonation adjustments aren't hard to do...a decent tuner and some patience is really all that's needed, once you know what to do. I've got a .pdf setup guide from Jersy Drodz that I could e-mail to you, if you like.

Yeah would ya that would be great Mudd. I jist don't do it normally cause I'm lazy ... hahaha

**jnumme** · #**354** 02-09-2013, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by jnumme

Yeah would ya that would be great Mudd. I jist don't do it normally cause I'm lazy ... hahaha

jnumme@gmail.com

My name is Mudd · #**355** 02-09-2013, 10:15 AM

It's on my other computer...I'll get it on the way later today. Look for 'setup guide' in the subject window.

SLaPiNFuNK · #**356** 02-09-2013, 10:20 AM

Don't be scared of an intonation change.

If you set the intonation while the strings were curved then you would have to adjust.

Something that should be easy to do for every bassist.

**jnumme** · #**357** 02-09-2013, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by My name is Mudd

It's on my other computer...I'll get it on the way later today. Look for 'setup guide' in the subject window.

Ten four thanks again

**jnumme** · #**358** 02-09-2013, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by SLaPiNFuNK

Don't be scared of an intonation change.

If you set the intonation while the strings were curved then you would have to adjust.

Something that should be easy to do for every bassist.

I know and as much strings I buy from you and as much as I play I should be a wizard at doing full set ups. I'm kidding about being to lazy but honestly I screwed one of my high enders up once doing a full set up and told myself never again ...lol but intonating is a no brainer and prolly should be done everytime I put new ones on. by the way order sent :-0

My name is Mudd · #**359** 02-09-2013, 12:06 PM

Sending the guide now...it's a 4.3MB file, so it might take a bit to download.

SLaPiNFuNK · #**360** 02-13-2013, 11:28 PM

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