b string

Finding a good flat wound B string is an issue I've read about here on TB. Just passing on an observation I made today -- I use Dunlop flats...

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Sorry folks but I've looked and looked. The title says it all really. My B string sounds just fine through my headphones; nice really, like the...

Like many bass players, I primarily play five strings. But sometimes the low b string isn't necessary and just gets in the way, having to mute it...

TL;DR - I am not asking whether Multiscale is worth it because that is subjective, but, since I don’t have the opportunity to test the basses...

I've really enjoyed La Bella DTFs over the years but never had a 5-string set. Recently I bought a set (760FL-B 5-String Long Scale Light 43-128)...

Here are some extra D'Addario single B strings. I just sold my 5 string and I have no need for these. I was messing with string material, gauges,...

I've seen dozens and dozens of 5-string bass demos on Youtube. It's hard enough to find videos featuring players who strike the B string more than...

Hi all. So I wanted to try some flats on my Fender AmPro P5 and right as I brought it up to tune (after setting witness point, the string broke -...

Disclaimer; not sure if this more band management or technique related a topic.. I recall some years ago either reading or listening to an...

Hi people My MM Ray35 is strung with EB Power Slinky 50 - 135's but the B seems to sit high in the slot on the bridge saddle. Anybody else had...

I see a lot of comments on basses having a nice tight low B. I am using Lo Riders 45-105 right now on a 4 string. What gauge should I get for a...

Simple: I'm considering a trip back into 5 strings. I'm a "short fingers and worried" kind of player. My last was a Modulus Q5 w Barts. 1.85"...

I have installed a new set of Elrick Nickel 50-130 strings. The EADG strings are fine. When I tune the B string to pitch according to my tuners...

DR LoRider Nickel Plated .125 B String The B string would not slide through the string holder. I filed it down. Is that the typical...

I play both 4 and 5 string basses. If I am really honest, I would prefer to play 4s all the time, but playing in Cover bands where you have...

I just want to know if it can actually track it and how well it sounds when I hit the open low B string using it on +1oct up and +2oct up. Has...

I'm on my fourth B string, third set of strings. Problem persists. It has happened after I replaced the only pickup with a Nordstrand Bigrig,...

Don't have to be the same type, cause I'm dealing with 4 basses, I want to do string changing on them for this new year. In other words trying...

Has anyone tried it on +1oct up or +2oct up mode with a 5 string bass standard tuning or maybe drop B on a 4 string? I’ve heard that the Pitch...

Hi guys, I have a new set of DR nickel low riders and the B string seems to have a problem. It sounds different from the other ones, it's...

Parts drawer clean out! Three separate items are for sale, although item #2 contains a bunch of stuff in one lot....

So, I played a Roscoe Century Standard 5 string today at a local music store, and I was blown away by how the B string felt. It was the nicest...

Getting my old bass out of the basement and the strings are ancient. I think they are Elixir medium gauge but see Elixir is now offering a "light...

Is this correct for the B string

It's been a few years since I bought strings... Any new developments in B strings? My past experience is that most Bs have subdued/muffled tone...

I`ve been thinking about building a medium scale bass that has a low B string, anyone have any tips to getting a good sound out of it? I`ve...

I use tapered B strings and non-tapered B strings. Can't say I've noticed much difference when playing. Am I missing something?

I'm a 6 string newb (my NBD post was unanimously ignored a week and a half ago, lol), but I'm an experienced player. I seriously wish I'd got a 6...

What can I do to tighten up my b string sound? I have a fender jazz 24 V. Pups are the standard Seymour duncans, not 1/4lb. I just put Dr fat...

[ATTACH] This "Deluxe" description means it has the heel-less neck joint method for which Fodera recently got their patent. It is incredibly thin...

What is it? I have a bass with a floppy B...

What is it? I have a bass that has a floppy low B...

Apparently I do! I have a 5ver actually 2 at the moment, though most material I play don't go below low E! The scattered song I use low D, though...

As the title states, I'm perplexed by a buzz on the E-F# notes on my fretless Warwick SS2. Details thus far: - I used the search function,...

I player several instruments and I started with a 5 string bass when I was a teenager but went away from it for years to play keys and drums. I...

So I bought a couple of 2 packs of EXL-170s in .45 to .100 for my 4 string basses. When I added the 5 string my thought process was, EADG are the...

I have for sale a brand new Thomastik Jazz Flat B (.136) string. Comes with the Thomastik envelope. This sells for $33.95 on Bassstrings online. I...

First, I have a nickel allergy so I'm looking for stainless steel rounds only. I need some help guys and gals. I'm using D'Addario Flexsteels on...

[EDIT: I just made some research and realized that this topic has been discussed many times before on the forum. I apoligize and ask for the...