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Discussion in 'Strings [BG]' started by Mediocrity Man, Jun 20, 2019.

  1. Jun 20, 2019 #1
    Mediocrity Man

    Mediocrity Man Master of Mediocrity Supporting Member

    Apr 11, 2014
    Wantage, New Jersey
    Well, I've tried them all and I've come full circle. DR Sunbeams not only feel good under my fingers but they age well. Once the initial crispness goes away I'm left with a very pleasing mid range and just enough warmth and growl. They are working great on everything from my P basses to Stingrays. I'm tired of experimenting anyway. Give me my Beams! :)
     
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  2. Jun 21, 2019 #2
    Stan_da_man

    Stan_da_man

    Aug 29, 2006
    UK
    I tend to go back and forth from Sunbeams to Fat Beams. Both really good strings.
     
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  3. Jun 21, 2019 #3
    barrybass33

    barrybass33 Supporting Member

    Jan 7, 2008
    westchester new york.
    I'm with you...i really like round core strings so I always come back sunbeams.
    They also have the guage that I like....
    Nickels 45-100
     
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  4. Jun 21, 2019 #4
    sheltjo6

    sheltjo6 Supporting Member

    Jun 10, 2012
    California
    I’ve ran the gamut of DR strings (and a few other brands) on my G&L JB-2, and sunbeams brought out the best tone of the instrument. Great strings.
     
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  5. Jun 22, 2019 #5
    Cracker7

    Cracker7

    Jul 2, 2016
    Lakeland FL
    I used sunbeams for years. Loved them. Trying some other strings now, EB cobalts and some NYXLs. If these don’t pan out, I’m with you. Back to Sunbeams. Not even sure why I’m trying other. Lol
     
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  6. Jun 23, 2019 #6
    MycooLeeyun

    MycooLeeyun

    Sep 26, 2009
    Sedona, AZ
    I tried them once a while ago and remember not liking them too much. Seemed a little dull sounding and very flexible. Maybe I could give them another shot
     
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  7. Jun 24, 2019 #7
    oldrocker

    oldrocker

    Feb 13, 2005
    Long Island, NY / Tarpon Springs FL
    Well, they're not bright and yes they are flexible. That's the appeal to a lot of people.
     
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