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D'Addario...Flex Steels?
- Thread starter Hamlet7768
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Probably more like Invalid Link Removed or Invalid Link Removed or [Invalid or Expired Link Removed] but sure whatever
such a big difference.D'Addario clearly reinvented the bass guitar string here, hats out to them.
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damn kids and their sudden interest in flexible strings
Circle K string talk should be in a different thread. This thread should be about DAdarrio strings!
No kidding. His CK shilling both here and in other threads is quite tiresome.
Circle K / Kalium strings are actually nickelplated steel outer wrap over steel inner wraps, the current CKS site is not clear about this. Enough said on that subject 
Prosteels are my string choice at the moment, my interest in flex steels depends on a choice of single strings in steps of .005 and down to .028 or prferably .025.
Prosteels are my string choice at the moment, my interest in flex steels depends on a choice of single strings in steps of .005 and down to .028 or prferably .025.
There could be more difference in construction that isn't reflected in the numbers, but changes the feel. Two hexcore steel strings of the same tension from different manufacturers or ranges could feel quite different.
I think SS Lo-Riders prove that out for sure. My 130 Lo-Rider felt a lot tighter than my ProSteel 130 on the same bass.
I will probably try a set of these just out of curiosity.
No it doesn't
The D string is traditionally the highest tension string. This was due to the way basses were constructed in the past I believe, but doesn't apply anymore because building technology has improved. The tensions have remained though and people have gotten used to them.
My guess is these have stronger thinner hex cores for more flexibility, and i am hoping for a smooth steel wrap for a change from the prosteel surface. The tone/feel chart they have released seems to suggest prosteels have a deliberately rough 'textured' surface? ... for more *zing* in the tone
indeed ... i am enthusiastic about CKS' innovative approach, but i only play steels and certainly cannot afford international shipping for my small and frequent orders of singles. My only link to them is that i have communicated with Skip on the ERB and bass forums on and off for 10 years, discussing string tensions etc.
indeed ... i am enthusiastic about CKS' innovative approach, but i only play steels and certainly cannot afford international shipping for my small and frequent orders of singles. My only link to them is that i have communicated with Skip on the ERB and bass forums on and off for 10 years, discussing string tensions etc.
This Month's Bass Player Magazine has an ad for the Flex Steels with Damien Erskine.
Looking forward to someone talking first hand about these strings!
Looking forward to someone talking first hand about these strings!
This Month's Bass Player Magazine has an ad for the Flex Steels with Damien Erskine.
Looking forward to someone talking first hand about these strings!
Not sure how smart it is to advertise something not even available in stores. Unless the ad says "available X date". They're not even listed on the website. It's an unnecessary pump fake.
Marketing and Advertising...I have no problem with it because it gives people an idea that new is on the way
Marketing and Advertising...I have no problem with it because it gives people an idea that new is on the way
Pump fake!! Do they make it seem like they're available in stores, right now?
