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Noob Question re: Extension string.

Discussion in 'Strings [DB]' started by Bin Son of Bin, Jul 1, 2013.

  1. Jul 1, 2013 #1
    Bin Son of Bin

    Bin Son of Bin Guest

    Oct 28, 2012
    Ottawa/Gatineau
    Hi. Noob question. I own a C-Extension string. Can I use it without the device to get an open low C or do I need to buy that low C from a red mitchell set or the like?

    I suspect the latter to be correct but I'm asking the wise first.

    Peace and Happy Canada Day.

    Jason
     
  2. Jul 1, 2013 #2
    iiipopes

    iiipopes Supporting Member

    May 4, 2009
    Yes. You have to purchase the Red Mitchell C string or an equivalent if you want a low C on your bass without the extension. Another option is to purchase a light guage 5th string B string that can be tuned up a half-step without getting too taut for the rest of the set.

    The extension C string is basically the same as an E string, just longer for the extension.
     
  3. Jul 1, 2013 #3
    DoubleMIDI

    DoubleMIDI

    Feb 28, 2010
    Germany, Nordrhein-Westfalen
    There is a regular length low C Spiro for 3/4 scales. Probably because a low B string would need to be thicker and wouldn't sound as good as the little lighter low C string.
    But a lighter low B string tuned up by a halftone is a good general advice.
     
  4. Jul 2, 2013 #4
    Bin Son of Bin

    Bin Son of Bin Guest

    Oct 28, 2012
    Ottawa/Gatineau
    Good advice and as seeing as I love Spirocore strings I've ordered the low C today. Should be in friday. :) then when I have more cash I will get the high A or solo G#.

    Jason