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I am a big fan of balanced tension strings for BG. For at least a year I have used balanced rounds on my 5 string and have really enjoyed having...
I bought this set of D'Addario 4th tuning cello strings thinking that I'd buy a cello soon after. The cello was sold by the time I got there. The...
Everyone has a basic set of unique standards for a set of strings before they go & spend money on them. Mine are longevity & (most importantly)...
Now (in double thunping) I know I'm supposed to strike through the g string to the pick guard before the up stroke, that brings to mind another...
I saw a YouTube video posted by Coco's Basement showing Marcus Miller giving a lesson & "transcription" on Teen Town & double thumping. (No actual...
Just had a new bridge put on my plywood and the two high strings are much higher tension than the two low strings. (I'm using Spirocore Lights and...
For sale is a used set of GHS Precision Flats Balanced Tension. 4 string set uncut but used (not abused, used for maybe 3 weeks). 45 60 80 105...
I've got an old and very well used (silks are very worn) set of GHS precision flats. They are light balanced tension set i put together myself...
Hi, Luthiers! I am a bass newbie and definitely not a Luthier. But, I figured you folks would be the most experienced to evaluate this statement...
I've always wondered, with balanced tension sets generally you have thinner A and D strings compared to standard sets, so with balanced tension...
Hi, Currently my "to go" set is NYXL 130-100-80-65-45. I'm trying to find a set that has slightly lower tension. Dunlop Super brights are known...
[ATTACH] Brand new set of Labella Low Tension Flexible Flats medium scale length strings. See pic for gauges. Ordered wrong scale length by...
Can someone recommend a string that is high tension in ~40-100 gauge? No flatwounds please, I prefer stainless steel rounds. Thanks in advance
Has anyone tried La Bella Low Tension flats on a Hofner bass? I'm getting a CT-Club Bass next week and I would like to use these strings but not...
Hi everyone. This forum is the BEST. So much good info to sink your teeth into. So my band plays in D A D G (theorganbeats.bandcamp.com) I just...
I'm looking for a flatwound string that has a tiny bit less tension, but preferably the same brightness as Chromes. However, I'm willing to...
Are DR Sunbeams still the go to for low tension roundwounds? My bass has a floating bridge (like a jazz guitar) and higher tension strings tend...
I have a bass that the trussrod is at max. it plays great just want it a little lower. the saddles are lowest as well. The bass has flats on it...
Like new set of Labella low tension flats, only a few hours on them. Cut for 4 in line P Bass headstock with the correct number of turns. Top load...
I'm looking into trying a set of DR strings, but the problem is that their more popular models are very low tension. I'm hoping they make...
I have a couple of basses that I am getting some residual twanginess due to the stings between the nut and the tuners. Right now i have just...
Cut for 4 in line Fender headstock with correct number of turns. I’ve had these on a bass for a few weeks, but not much playing time. [ATTACH]...
Hey guys, I’ve been thinking about trying a set of Ernie Ball Cobalt Flats in the smallest gauge (95 I believe). I’m curious about string tension...
Did anybody here try La Bella LTF-5A flats on a G&L L-2500? I am currently using DR Sunbeams .40-.120 on mine. I love them, but I want to try...
I just took delivery of a Kinal Kompact 5. It's strung E to high C with DR Sunbeams .045 - .105 (I'm not sure what the high C is). The tension...
Could someone tell me the tension differences between 3/4 and 4/4 spirocore Solo strings on a 3/4 (41.5 string length) bass (in solo tuning!)? I...
I've been reading a lot about how some TB'ers like different tensions with their sets of strings. Is there a formula to come up with the tension...
I remember using Rotosound flats and they looked and felt like they were being pushed away from the fretboard. I'm currently using Chromes and...
Hi, im the kind of guy that uses different strings for different basses, there are some strings i know, and when i buy a new bass, i use the...
Hi all, Hope you've all had a fantastic festive period and have an excellent New Year celebration planned! My question is specifically about...
I'm amazed that this far along I can still be quite surprised by something. I'm in the local Sam Ash browsing, and decide I need a four-string...
For Sale, sorry no trade, a set of LaBella low tension flatwound strings. The strings have about 10 hours of finger playing on them and come in...
I got a 5 string Cort Action V DLX a couple of months ago. Even though it's very well assembled for it's price and feels comfortable physically...
I've been using DR Nickel Lo Riders on my Jazz and love the way they sound, feel, etc. However, I've found that they're a bit looser than I'd...
Hello all I have used 45-130 Fodera nickel rounds for a while. I really like them, and I find the "medium tension" (as described by Fodera) to...
@jro Wanted to hear a Musicman Caprice with flatwounds, so I thought I'd make a few quick clips. Bass: Musicman Caprice w/ Rosewood Neck Strings:...
Hi Was wondering if there is a method of measuring string tension that the average person can do, most string companies are very secretive about...
Hello, I don't usually post to forums but I've found myself with a problem, and what I've been reading I don't think applies to my issue. A...
If this is in the wrong place let me know. I have a question about taking tension off the bridge and not having the sound post fall. I'd like to...
Two sets of Kalium BH-106-4BS, which are the Hybrid Balanced Tension 4 string set. (.106, .079, .059, .043). These are great strings, but I've...
