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    Warwick Dolphin Pro 1, 5 string (Flatwound Strings)

    Hello Gail, I'm delighted to learn that you have acquired a John Entwistle Warwick and I viewed the Sims Custom Shop (interesting work). I used to be a Fender only player (my last purchased bass is a 1976 Fender Precision that I acquired in 1978 new at a guitar store in Saskatoon), but...
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    Warwick Dolphin Pro 1, 5 string (Flatwound Strings)

    Hello Gail, My apologies for the delay in responding. We've had the Warwick stringed with La Bella Nylon Flatwounds. Paige is able to play it effortlessly with the new strings, so we will not be parting with it. I wish all the best in your pursuit of locating a Dolphin. I am certain, as...
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    Warwick Dolphin Pro 1, 5 string (Flatwound Strings)

    Dear Gail (if I may), We have discussed your query with our daughter. As the start of this thread might indicate we've had difficulty obtaining flatwound strings that our daughter favours (she plays a Gibson SG short-scale four string), so she hasn't had the opportunity to spend time playing...
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    Warwick Dolphin Pro 1, 5 string (Flatwound Strings)

    Thanks for the note and the interest. In response to your question: I'm not sure. This Warwick is a little different than most. First, the 1991 (you probably know this) was a limited run with the 5 string. Second, this Warwick has Alembic pickups and electronics. I've been told by a local player...
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    Warwick Dolphin Pro 1, 5 string (Flatwound Strings)

    I have a 1991 Warwick Dolphin Pro 1, 5 string that needs new strings. I'm used to Flatwound Strings; however, Warwick does not carry Flatwound strings. Is there any flatwound strings that would "fit" this bass?