How would you rate them compared to the standard Fender nickel rounds if I may ask ?
A bit pricey..........but dangit, I`m worth it!
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Fender Am Pro II Jazz round string suggestions?
- Thread starter Yonni
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I voted 'Other' for a DR string not on your list, DR Fat Beams. Brighter than Sun Beams, have a great growl to them but still have that 'snap' you want when you slap or tap or dig in, are very smooth (the smoothest SS string I've tried) and, for me, last forever before going dead. They are round core like Sun Beams or Dunlop Super Brights, but I don't find them flubby or loose.
I have them on a G&L Jazz bass and they sound great - and I have them on two other basses as well.
I have them on a G&L Jazz bass and they sound great - and I have them on two other basses as well.
They are my GOTO for rounds. In my avatar, my J & PJ are strung w/TI`s. Been on for 6 mos now and still holding true. My P has flats.
All Fender strings I own are in my "stockpile", should I ever need a quick replacement. I`ve never found them to last very long.
That’s a curve ball. Your description makes them sound ideal. I had DR balanced Nickel on my shorty Stingray and was really impressed. I now have a short list of:
TI round
DR High Beams
DR Fat Beams
Elixir
I think I’ll try them in height ascending cost.
Keep in mind the Elixirs (hex core) are noticeably stiffer in feel compared to the other three (round core).
DR gets my vote for stainless steel strings (in general; not just on a J bass). Hi Beams if you like a bit more flexibility (round core); Lo Riders if you like just a bit more firmness from your strings (hex core).
I really like DR Fat-Beams on my Jazz. I like the tension and tone. The low mid punch they have after they settle a bit is very nice and the SS seem to keep their zing well. The last set I put on was around December and they are still sounding deep and bright. Not so much SS grab either. YMMV.
Phin,
Phin,
+1. I suggested DR Fat-Beams but the XLs are also very zingy and keep their upper mid zing for a long time.
I played the stainless steel and nickel 66s for over a decade before switching brands. They're the roughest strings I've ever played and both sets even made my fingers bleed while practicing! While they have an incredible sound, that sound can easily be obtained through plenty of other strings for less money.
I've never had that issue, I suppose I don't have soft fingers. Regarding the price, at $25 I'm sure their are others but not many for less and virtually every other set mentioned is $10-$20 more and in some case double the price. Roto=$25 Elixirs=$50 TI Jazz=$100.
I’ve been watching comparisons on Youtube. I think I’m going to start with a set of DR Pure Blues.
If you love stock string voice ~ Fender 7250
If zing are important ~ D'addario NYXL , this string as lasting as Dunlop superbright.
If zing are important ~ D'addario NYXL , this string as lasting as Dunlop superbright.
*Update*
I finally put some Pure Blues on it. They replaced Swing bass 66. I know the old strings were dead steel but the Pure Blues sound amazing. So much more flavour across them all (45-100). Dialling in different tones with my EQ pedal is easy and versatile.
I finally put some Pure Blues on it. They replaced Swing bass 66. I know the old strings were dead steel but the Pure Blues sound amazing. So much more flavour across them all (45-100). Dialling in different tones with my EQ pedal is easy and versatile.
I would also second the Fat Beams. The low mid content of the strings after they settle were great with my G&L JB as well.
