projection

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    Double Bass The most versatile orchestral string?

    Hi everyone, I’ve been struggling recently with my orchestral bass sounding too muffled, and I’ve made it my goal to find a set of strings that works well in orchestra but also projects decently on stage. Here’s what I’ve tried so far: Permanents – too bright for orchestra on my bass...
  2. emmessevi

    ABG tuned in ADGC

    Hello everyone, I was thinking of busking with some friends totally acoustically. I've read online and watched some videos of fado bands where bass seems to resonate and project much better in tenor tuning. Would my ABG blend well in a band with a singer, a guitalele and some small percussion...
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    Double Bass Is there a G string that can match a Permanent set for projection?

    Hi, I am an orchestral plus solo bassist on the side. I only really play classical music. I picked up a set of Permanents a few weeks ago and instantly fell for their projection. The only problem is that they are too stiff and when I spend a long time on the G string I start to feel really...