Jaguar Short-Scale heavier strings downside?

[acmeseed]

Hello,

I just got a Jaguar short-scale, I would like to put flat wound Chromes on it, but the only ones D'Addario sells in the gauge that comes with the bass (.40-.95) are long-scale strings. I am wondering what would be the effect of going to .45-.100 other than higher tension and possibly the need to adjust intonation; any significant drawback?

I will greatly appreciate your feedback.

 

[boynamedsuse]

I think you pretty much have it. Slightly stiffer action and perhaps a change in sound. Changing string brands, even without changing size may require setting intonation again and the higher tension may require adjusting the truss rod.

 

[Din Of Win]

Higher tension for sure.

I have .105 La'Bella Short Scale Flats on my SX Jaguar, and i LOVE it.

I prefer low action. But because of the short scale length's inherent floppy-ness, higher gauges are pretty necessary for low, buzz-free, action.

On my 2 short scales, a quick'n'simple saddle adjustment was all i needed for going from the factory .095s to .105s (flats on the aforementioned Jag, and some rounds on my modded Bronco).

 

[acmeseed]

saddle adjustment was all i needed

Did you have to do anything with the truss rod?

I think I am going to order the .45 - .100 chromes short scale and give them a try.

Thanks for your replies.