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Double Bass Custom?

Hi there! Reviving an oooold thread here, I know, but has anyone had any success finding a low F# (below low B) string for double bass? I have been watching some awesome Octobass performances on the 'tube lately, and thinking, like @Mudfuzz did, that with an EUB, the physics and ergonomics of it all won't need to be all that intimidating.

On the BG side of things I normally tune to low G (two full steps below B) on a 34" scale, so a low F# or even lower on an 42" scale should sound wonderful :D (YMMV).

Thankful for any pointers!