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[michael_t]

...wondering how they compare tension wise to Sunbeams

I've tried both the Sunbeams (45-65-85-105) and the D'A 170BT (45-60-80-107) and found the D'A quite a bit stiffer, thanks to the hex core. The 220BT set might be closer to the Sunbeams in overall feel, though.

Specifically the 220BT set. BTW, can't find the 5 string set at Basstringsonline.

I don't think there is such a thing as a balanced-tension 5-string set. All you need to do is to get the 220BT 4-string set and a single 125, which are both available from BSO.

 

[Thumper]

Ok, that makes sense, so I just have to decide between the .125 or the .130

 

[michael_t]

Ok, that makes sense, so I just have to decide between the .125 or the .130

125 would be better balanced tension-wise with the 220BT set.

Here's the tension chart on BSO:

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