Alternative to Dean Markley

A few of the people from Dean Markley broke off and started their own company called Apex Strings.

APEX BASS STRINGS

You might want to check them out.

 

I would try anything over the D'addarios. I usually use a different brand but bought a set of those when the store was out of my preference. The G string broke while I was installing them and, after borrowing a G from another bass, I was really unhappy with the tone. Don't really know what to advise. I'm trying the GHS pressurewounds on a good recommendation and I have those on order. Have been happy with Ernie Balls for a while, but a lot of people don't really like them.

 

As mentioned, Apex Strings are made by the people who actually made Blue Steels.

But it won't hurt to try DR, as well as Dunlop Super Brights.

 

I was a fan of nickel plated blue steels. If you want something in that ballpark, try these:

Rotosound Swing Bass nickels or rotobass nickels.

DR Low Rider nickels.