Flats on Lakland DJ4

[Kipp Harrington]

Just wondering what type of flats you guys are using on your Lakland DJ4. Thanks!

 

[jasper383]

Chromes work really well on Jazz Basses.

 

[Kipp Harrington]

Chromes work really well on Jazz Basses.

Thanks. That's one type of string I was considering.

 

[TimB 619]

Fender 9050L is what I use. I like them.

 

[Kipp Harrington]

Fender 9050L is what I use. I like them.

Thanks. I have also been considering these. Lots of good reviews stating they keep their freshness longer than the Chromes.

 

[shawshank72]

Thanks. I have also been considering these. Lots of good reviews stating they keep their freshness longer than the Chromes.

Just be warned they sound awful at first, but after a month or so it gets very good.

 

[Bodeeni]

I just through a set of Chromes on my latest Jazz, yesterday. I like them, as much, or better, than my P bass with flats.
As far as the brand pick your poison. I use the Chrome ECB84's, the tension is similar to my rounds
Worth a shot and not a ton of $

 

[michael_t]

I use the Chrome ECB84's, the tension is similar to my rounds
Worth a shot and not a ton of $

The Chromes ECB84 was the very first set of flats I tried on my Fender Jazz. Then later switched to the Fender 9050L and never looked back.

EDIT: Fender 9050L can be had for $26 a set new.

 

[Bodeeni]

The Chromes ECB84 was the very first set of flats I tried on my Fender Jazz. Then later switched to the Fender 9050L and never looked back.

EDIT: Fender 9050s can be had for $26 a set new.

The price is right, I will have to give them a whirl.

 

[Kipp Harrington]

Just be warned they sound awful at first, but after a month or so it gets very good.

Appreciate the forewarning. Thanks.

 

[michael_t]

Appreciate the forewarning. Thanks.

@shawshank72 does speak the truth.

Fender 9050s do start out very bright and "clangy", but they do settle nicely within the first month or two.

 

[kramerj]

Ernie Ball Cobalt Flats sound wonderful, to my ears, on a DJ4. They are not cheap, however.

 

[Kipp Harrington]

Ernie Ball Cobalt Flats sound wonderful, to my ears, on a DJ4. They are not cheap, however.

Thanks. How long do they last with moderate-heavy use?

 

[kramerj]

I have not noticed significant deterioration beyond an initial reduction in crispness. If you check threads on the Cobalts, I'm sure others have weighed in on their longevity. I like the combination of flatwound smoothness, lack of noise when sliding, and roundwound-like clarity. They also have a low-mid punch that provides nice presence.

 

[Kipp Harrington]

I have not noticed significant deterioration beyond an initial reduction in crispness. If you check threads on the Cobalts, I'm sure others have weighed in on their longevity. I like the combination of flatwound smoothness, lack of noise when sliding, and roundwound-like clarity. They also have a low-mid punch that provides nice presence.

Thanks for the feedback. I will eventually be going to flats after the OEMs start fading.

 

[chadhargis]

Chromes are good. I like Labella a little better.

A lot of folks will poo poo flats saying they don't sound good. And I generally don't like the sound of them alone, but in a mix....oh...they are so sweet.

I'm bolting up a parts bass now and I'm going to try the GHS Precision Flats. I hear they are fantastic too, but I have no experience with them.

 

[Kipp Harrington]

Chromes are good. I like Labella a little better.

A lot of folks will poo poo flats saying they don't sound good. And I generally don't like the sound of them alone, but in a mix....oh...they are so sweet.

I'm bolting up a parts bass now and I'm going to try the GHS Precision Flats. I hear they are fantastic too, but I have no experience with them.

Which LaBellas?

 

[chadhargis]

Which LaBellas?

Deep Talkin' Bass Flats

 

[Kipp Harrington]

Deep Talkin' Bass Flats
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Cool. Thanks man!

Have you ever tried tapewounds?

 

[Heavy Blue]

I have not noticed significant deterioration beyond an initial reduction in crispness. If you check threads on the Cobalts, I'm sure others have weighed in on their longevity. I like the combination of flatwound smoothness, lack of noise when sliding, and roundwound-like clarity. They also have a low-mid punch that provides nice presence.

Sounds like exactly what I'm looks for another bass. Thanks!

Chromes are good. I like Labella a little better.

A lot of folks will poo poo flats saying they don't sound good. And I generally don't like the sound of them alone, but in a mix....oh...they are so sweet.

I'm bolting up a parts bass now and I'm going to try the GHS Precision Flats. I hear they are fantastic too, but I have no experience with them.

Put on a set of Precision Flats last year and have no regrets whatsoever. No finger noise and a nice solid thump that sounds great with the full band. My mates noticed the difference and usually they don't notice anything with that kind of stuff lol.