Galli Strings? Anyone use them?

[Rapisme]

Hey Folks,

So recently a fellow TBer ( really nice guy ) was selling some Galli strings. I took a chance and found them to be quite Good. I was impressed, They sound great have a good feel and so far had them on a bass for a month and showing no signs of dying out yet!
So I wanted to hear of any experiences my fellow TBers may have had with them? I found a couple of YouTube clips about them but what really intrigues me is that why haven't these strings caught on yet. I may be off base but like many of you I've gone thru a gamut of strings and these for the price where a nice surprise!

Again looking for any feedback and how you rate these IMHO I'm really curious to hear what the TB community thinks.

Thanks

 

[michael_t]

I've heard of "Galli" strings, but never heard of "Gatti". Are they actually two different brands?

 

[Rapisme]

I've heard of "Galli" strings, but never heard of "Gatti". Are they actually two different brands?

Oops????? Made the correction

 

[StoicStrayCat]

Just wanted to check in with my experiences with Galli!

I've used the jazz flats and the tapes, and I'll be hard pressed to find much better than these.

The flats are a nice marriage of Labellas and Chromes. They just feel like something special when you play them. Not too bright, not too dark, just a nice mellow tone.

The tapes I liked way more than any others I've tried. They market them as an "Acoustic electro bass tape wound" and after I slapped a set on my Emerald Balor I can see why. It's this huge, smooth fundamental that just sits great in a mix. They also seemed louder than other tapes I've messed with.

I'll get around to trying their rounds eventually, but so far, I'm sticking with these for as long as I can get them!

 

[Rapisme]

Thanks Man!
StoicStrayCat

Now I'm curious as I've tried there rounds both in Nickel and Stainless and I'm really hard pressed to find anything better ATM. I just love em!
But thanks for the comment as now I'm excited about trying out there Tapes and Flats!!

 

[StoicStrayCat]

Thanks Man!
StoicStrayCat

Now I'm curious as I've tried there rounds both in Nickel and Stainless and I'm really hard pressed to find anything better ATM. I just love em!
But thanks for the comment as now I'm excited about trying out there Tapes and Flats!!

No problem! It's good stuff, and it's crazy more people don't know about them.

 

[Rapisme]

No problem! It's good stuff, and it's crazy more people don't know about them.

Shhhhhh, it'll keep the prices down

 

[raphaeld]

Turns out that these are the strings on my new Jazz bass and I so love them. Feel, sound, tension, clarity they are just perfect.
Any idea where to buy them? kind of rare online, don't you think?

 

[Rapisme]

 

[Rapisme]

There's a guy in the classifieds that's selling them do a search and I'm sure you'll find him.

 

[StoicStrayCat]

Turns out that these are the strings on my new Jazz bass and I so love them. Feel, sound, tension, clarity they are just perfect.
Any idea where to buy them? kind of rare online, don't you think?

Strings and Beyond are the only place I've found them. I've had nothing but good things to say about them the few times I've used them.

 

[Rapisme]

Turns out that these are the strings on my new Jazz bass and I so love them. Feel, sound, tension, clarity they are just perfect.
Any idea where to buy them? kind of rare online, don't you think?

For Sale - Galli Bass Strings nickel or stainless set free shipping

 

[RicPlaya]

How would you rate the tension of Galli strings?
I've been checking out some clips. They sound very good.

 

[Root 5]

Hey Folks,

So recently a fellow TBer ( really nice guy ) was selling some Galli strings. I took a chance and found them to be quite Good. I was impressed, They sound great have a good feel and so far had them on a bass for a month and showing no signs of dying out yet!
So I wanted to hear of any experiences my fellow TBers may have had with them? I found a couple of YouTube clips about them but what really intrigues me is that why haven't these strings caught on yet. I may be off base but like many of you I've gone thru a gamut of strings and these for the price where a nice surprise!

Again looking for any feedback and how you rate these IMHO I'm really curious to hear what the TB community thinks.

Thanks

Some guy named Jaco Pastorius used Galli strings ( also Rotosound ).

 

[RicPlaya]

I have the Galli's on my jazz, very good match for the jazz bass!

I am considering trying out the Galli flats, they are stainless steel, was wondering if they are more on the bright side or tend to be more on the thuddy side like Labella or GHS Precisions? I do slap a little so I would hope they can do that too.

 

[StoicStrayCat]

I have the Galli's on my jazz, very good match for the jazz bass!

I am considering trying out the Galli flats, they are stainless steel, was wondering if they are more on the bright side or tend to be more on the thuddy side like Labella or GHS Precisions? I do slap a little so I would hope they can do that too.

They're a little more on the traditional side. More Labella than TI, but still have enough character and definition to get around on. Maybe a little less bright than chromes?

 

[Rapisme]

Some guy named Jaco Pastorius used Galli strings ( also Rotosound ).

And for those looking to snag a couple of sets I have some listed in the classifieds.

 

[Isotonic]

I've finally broken in a set of the Stainless steel model. 45-105 on a P bass with Bartolini 8S pickups.

I have always loved the rock punch and clarity of Roto 66 strings, but the past 15 years or so, I have gravitated to DR Lo-riders. I love their warm even response and long life.

When I first installed the Gallis they were rough feeling, but a fine rough, if you will. Like some fine grit sandpaper. Like Rotosound 66s but finer. They were also extended in the high frequencies like new Roto 66 strings but more extended on that end. An even tone, but bright. Very different from any SS I have used in the past. I used them at a rehearsal and they blended well enough. But I was not sure about the highs. I don't feel that I need any sizzle (though it is a refined sizzle) in my tone and they don't have the rock punch afforded by the Roto 66.

Over time they mellowed a little and the extended highs faded away, as did the fine gritty texture. They are fairly smooth now and present very nicely. They are a very musical string with a sound that is completely their own. It's not really fair to compare them to the Lo-Rider of the Roto 66. Though they have less punch, I could see them sitting in a mix very nicely. The frequency response is warm with sweet and smooth upper mids. No one frequency range sticks out. These should be great when you want better note definition. Great for chording or a dense but clean mix that you don't want muddied. And on their own they just sound great.

I think the Gallis have something new that stands on it's own. They are a bargain currently, so I recommend trying them out. I have some Nickle plated sets to try out as well. I hope this is helpful to the curious.

 

[Rapisme]

I've finally broken in a set of the Stainless steel model. 45-105 on a P bass with Bartolini 8S pickups.

I have always loved the rock punch and clarity of Roto 66 strings, but the past 15 years or so, I have gravitated to DR Lo-riders. I love their warm even response and long life.

When I first installed the Gallis they were rough feeling, but a fine rough, if you will. Like some fine grit sandpaper. Like Rotosound 66s but finer. They were also extended in the high frequencies like new Roto 66 strings but more extended on that end. An even tone, but bright. Very different from any SS I have used in the past. I used them at a rehearsal and they blended well enough. But I was not sure about the highs. I don't feel that I need any sizzle (though it is a refined sizzle) in my tone and they don't have the rock punch afforded by the Roto 66.

Over time they mellowed a little and the extended highs faded away, as did the fine gritty texture. They are fairly smooth now and present very nicely. They are a very musical string with a sound that is completely their own. It's not really fair to compare them to the Lo-Rider of the Roto 66. Though they have less punch, I could see them sitting in a mix very nicely. The frequency response is warm with sweet and smooth upper mids. No one frequency range sticks out. These should be great when you want better note definition. Great for chording or a dense but clean mix that you don't want muddied. And on their own they just sound great.

I think the Gallis have something new that stands on it's own. They are a bargain currently, so I recommend trying them out. I have some Nickle plated sets to try out as well. I hope this is helpful to the curious.

Thanks for the Great review... I've been using them for a while and I like them but can't find the right terms to write an informative review like you did Kudos!