Double Bass Anyone tried the Schaller magnetic pickup with Eurosonic strings?

[Charm Bracelet]

I realize that the strings will work because they contain metal, but I was wondering if anyone can confirm if they sound any good with this pickup since they're not ALL steel. I'm really just after a big powerful amplified tone ...and I don't care if it's not "acoustic" sounding. I just don't want to drill mounting holes in my fingerboard for nothing

I have a set of Spirocores sitting around that would probably work better with a mag pickup, but I find that the Eurosonics sound better when I don't need an amplified tone and they're much easier to play.

 

[Bob Gollihur]

Yes, the Eurosonics are fine with a mag pickup IME. They are among the strings I recommend with the Schaller and other mag pickups.

 

[Charm Bracelet]

Thanks bob!

 

[fdeck]

With a different brand of nylon / metal strings, I discovered to my dismay that the G was wrapped with aluminum instead of steel. Totally non magnetic. Sounds like the OP is covered, but with unknown strings, it's worth checking each string with a magnet before installing.

 

[Dan in NJ]

No exp. with the Schaller (any good?), I use the Eurosonics with a Biesele magnetic pick up. I do loud bar band gigs often and I'm happy with them.

I have them on 2 basses.

Eurosonics do sound "plastic-y" when you put them on but will sound more natural (gut-like) as you beat them into submission.

The less "zingy" attack gets you a real nice blend with a good sounding kick drum.

I don't have extensive experience w/ various strings. In my experience Bob's recommendations have always been accurate.

 

[ricca]

wOW!!!!!
Maybe I'm a little late.......I use the Shaller with Eurosonics and it sounds well. Yes, a little on the electric bass side but ok for bluegrass and rockabilly.......and lots of volume without feedback