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32" scale ABG flatwound strings?

Hello!
I'm the owner of a Michael Kelly 32" 5 string Acoustic Bass Guitar that currently needs strings!

I'm taking it to the shop for a set up, because it needs a fret dress immediately and action adjustments.

Does someone know were can I get 32" scale 5 string bass strings?

I'm gonna tune it EADGC...b string is WAY too floppy on the 32" scale.

I was thinking of going with flatwounds...or if available some tapewounds....

I found some 32" flatwounds...but would like to see other options...maybe some phosphore bronze ones?
 
Check at [Invalid or Expired Link Removed]. You may need to email them. I know they have a 4 strings set of Chromes for 32 inch scale basses that would work, but I do not know if they have a C in that scale you could nuy extra. You might could use a regular 34 inch scale one, providing that you could stick a little more of the string in the body at the bridge end before sticking the pin back in.
Another route....email Michael Kelly and see what they would suggest.
 
Check at [Invalid or Expired Link Removed]. You may need to email them. I know they have a 4 strings set of Chromes for 32 inch scale basses that would work, but I do not know if they have a C in that scale you could nuy extra. You might could use a regular 34 inch scale one, providing that you could stick a little more of the string in the body at the bridge end before sticking the pin back in.
Another route....email Michael Kelly and see what they would suggest.

I've emailed Michael Kelly with absolutely NO answers!
I think I will go for the Chromes...even though the high C string is gonna be standard 34 length and the bridge is of a pinless design...so I will just wind it and cut the excess...
 

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