Recent content by overwaterbass

A much heavier B string on a 34" scale will generally improve tension - but in my experiance the heavier the string, the less flexible it becomes and the less the B balances tonally with the other strings. Fine if you just want to drop in the odd low note - but no use at all if you want to...

I just stumbled upon this thread and I realise I’ve got here a bit late – but as I have a little bit of experience, thought I’d throw in my two pennies worth... Not surprisingly given our joint experience, I find myself agreeing whole heartedly with Sheldon about string gauge. The truth is...

Hi, Just to interject in this thread – as I was behind the Delta Bass project; The project was cooked up between myself and the then owner/MD of Carlsbro – who I had known and respected for many years; aided and abetted by Phil Mulford (highly respected London based freelance bass...