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I wouldn't know, I was born in the 80s
I've been buying and selling online since 2000 and 17 years ago I would often wait a couple weeks for orders. Anything from overseas is still that way.
Yeah but this thread started back in August. Well before NAMM. Well before the move. There are other threads going back 2-3 years with the same issues.
Are circle K strings shipping still??????
You have a valid point. I haven't ordered from them so I can't speak from experience but hopefully the move and new staff have solved any issues. To me, the fact that they have such out of the ordinary strings and are willing to email back and forth with customers about finding the right set means a lot so I'm willing to give them a chance.
I too think they make the best 5+ bass strings on the market.
Also I have been chatting with Skip online for over 15 years. He's a good guy.
I really, really hope they can clean up their act because with simple and quick shipping they'd be perfect.
Also I have been chatting with Skip online for over 15 years. He's a good guy.
I really, really hope they can clean up their act because with simple and quick shipping they'd be perfect.
Spoiled kids! Im now officially a cranky old codger. When i was a kid they brought MIJ fenders on clipper ships and it took 6 months to 7 years!
I ordered a set of strings on February 8th. They were delivered today on the 11th with no problem. I received several emails when my order was processed and shipped along with tracking information. Only 4 days of waiting for a very uncommon set. Sounds great to me 
Can't wait to try them out!
Can't wait to try them out!
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Just to add another opinion.. I recently took the plunge for my first 5-string Kalium set, after having heard good things about them..
I got into a great e-mail conversation with Skip, who advised me on better gauges to achieve the tension that I wanted. I run A/D/G/C/F constantly on a thru-body 35" bass, so the tension with 'normal' strings was low. I was intrigued to see the difference in a balanced-tension set.
Shipping took a little longer, as it was international to the UK.. but nothing that I wouldn't expect. Ended up with a 'Import Duty' charge, but that happens from time to time. Certainly not a fault of Kalium.
I'm sad to see there are so many negative comments & hopefully the team can get back on top of what is an excellent product.
I do agree that contact with paying customers is paramount.. honestly is definitely the best policy & if there is an issue/delay with an order.
Great experience for me, so hopefully things are improving.
I got into a great e-mail conversation with Skip, who advised me on better gauges to achieve the tension that I wanted. I run A/D/G/C/F constantly on a thru-body 35" bass, so the tension with 'normal' strings was low. I was intrigued to see the difference in a balanced-tension set.
Shipping took a little longer, as it was international to the UK.. but nothing that I wouldn't expect. Ended up with a 'Import Duty' charge, but that happens from time to time. Certainly not a fault of Kalium.
I'm sad to see there are so many negative comments & hopefully the team can get back on top of what is an excellent product.
I do agree that contact with paying customers is paramount.. honestly is definitely the best policy & if there is an issue/delay with an order.
Great experience for me, so hopefully things are improving.
I have to say, without question, these are the best strings I've used for this kind of tuning.. thick, beefy & clear!
The Hybrids are certainly more subtle than some of the really 'clangy' steels I've used... and the sheer size of the low strings is reassuringly, well, bass-like.
They seem to work incredibly well on a 34", as well as a 35" bass. That surprised me...
This can happen with any company. I just got a shipping confirmation from BSO for my order I made on Feb 16th. This was from the shipping label generation. They haven't even entered the mail system yet.
Happy to look into your order and let you know what went on with it. You receive a tracking number as soon as the label is generated. We have our USPS pickup around 3PM-4PM Pacific Time but still please allow a bit for the tracking to update in their system.
Well that is one difference. It would be nice to see Skip have the same response as Jason on here.
Well, I gave them one last chance. Three shows next week. Ordered my strings Saturday Morning (3/4/2017.) They still haven't shipped. I'm out.
Ive been ordering with them for years and placed an order on 2/17 and they still havent shipped. Got one email about how they were back ordered and couldnt give me an update. Not sure what is going on but its annoying.
I talked to Skip at NAMM, he said he was given the boot from TB, and hasn't been back, IIRC
