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Coated strings for 32" bass

I'm looking for a set of coated strings that will not be too long for my 32" bass. Any recommendations?

What's the actual measurement on your bass from where the ball end on the E string is seated to the nut? (minimum winding length needed)

And the measurement from the ball end to the E tuner post? (maximum winding length)

Do they have to be clear-coated or can they be colored?
 
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What's the actual measurement on your bass from where the ball end on the E string is seated to the nut? (minimum winding length needed)

And the measurement from the ball end to the E tuner post? (maximum winding length)

Do they have to be clear-coated or can they be colored?
It's a headless bass. The distance between the ball end and the zero fret is 83,5 cm or 32,87 inch. The distance between the ball end and the headpiece that grabs the string is 87,5 cm or 34,05 inch.

They can be colored or clear coated, I don't care.

I think DR just released a new set of coated strings for shorter scale basses. What bass do you have?
It's a headless Torzal.
 
It's a headless bass. The distance between the ball end and the zero fret is 83,5 cm or 32,87 inch. The distance between the ball end and the headpiece that grabs the string is 87,5 cm or 34,05 inch.

They can be colored or clear coated, I don't care.

Fret Nation carries DR Black Beauties with 33.5" winding length (ball end to taper), which would be the ideal length for your bass.

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You can also ask Jason (owner) what other coated strings might be available with that specific winding length. You can reach him at [email protected].
 
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