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I've never met a low B string I liked.

All things considered, tone, clarity, intonation, these are the best B strings I have tried, all on 34" scale:

DR DDT .125 - best intonation up high, medium brightness

DR Hi-Beam .125 - bright and clear

Ernie Ball Slinky .130 - warm and clear

TI Jazz Flats .136 - unique, requires some adjustment of setup & technique but sounds great in the mix

GHS Precision Flats .126 - dark, tight and thumpy