Double Bass Advice regarding Gamut strings

[Bass68]

Hello experienced Gamut string users,

I'm planning on ordering a complete set of Gamuts (New Years Day they're having a promotion, or so I understand). I'm pretty much decided on medium Lyon G, light Pistoy D, but I'm uncertain about the A and E. I'm definitely getting wound strings, but the question is what gauges - maybe lights? ...and also does anyone have any wisdom about copper vs. silver windings? Is there a big difference in sound?

Thanks for any help!

Ok just realized I should mention: I play about 90% pizz, jazz primarily - no slapping. Looking for the old-school bass sound. I currently play Garbos with a Lenzner gut G.

 

[SVT4001]

Contact Dan Larson at Gamut- he can help you in the decision making process.

I've used both copper and silver wound strings and they sound very similar- honesty, I find them to be effectively interchangeable. They are great strings!

Joe

 

[Bass68]

Contact Dan Larson at Gamut- he can help you in the decision making process.

I've used both copper and silver wound strings and they sound very similar- honesty, I find them to be effectively interchangeable. They are great strings!

Joe

Thanks for the suggestion, I'll write to Dan. Have you experimented with different gauges, especially on the low strings?

Noah

 

[SVT4001]

Thanks for the suggestion, I'll write to Dan. Have you experimented with different gauges, especially on the low strings?

Noah

Hey Noah,

Yes, I have done quite a bit of experimentation with various types and gauges of Gamut guts. I used to buy just about all of the used Gamut strings that people would offer for sale in the classifieds here! I finally started buying them new, and consulted Dan in the process. His advice has always been spot on for me!

That said, the difference between gauges in gut strings of the same style is not as profound as it is (or seems) between steel strings. Going from extra light to extra heavy would be very noticeable, but going from light to medium, or medium to heavy (etc) isn't very pronounced.

Joe

 

[lcdck]

I've owned a number of gamut strings. I highly recommend them.

For the lower strings, I have to agree with the previous poster that the difference between copper and silver is not really noticeable. The copper are very slightly rounded over so they don't eat away the fingerboard as much, in my experience.

As for weight. If you're getting a medium G I would recommend a medium A and E. You could go a little lighter and not notice much of a difference.

 

[Bass68]

Thanks for your input, i really appreciate it!