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    Double Bass Newbie - Choosing strings?

    Thanks for all the input. I guess we'll just keep using these for now.
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    Double Bass Newbie - Choosing strings?

    It came with Innovation Super Silvers. The E is unraveling. I can replace it for $50, which is cheaper than an entire set. However, they are described as jazz strings. Are they appropriate for bluegrass? The guy I bought it from said they are difficult to bow. I doubt he'll do much of...
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    Double Bass Newbie - Choosing strings?

    My son has been playing electric bass for awhile, and we finally bought a double bass. I don't know where to start with strings. We (family band) play country, gospel, and bluegrass. I think the DB will be mostly bluegrass, and he'll continue with electric for country & gospel. So, my...