Cool, thanks for that. I played Sunbeams for 2 years before this so how would the roundcore Boomers compare? Assuming you've played Sunbeams!
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NPS String Experimentation
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First impressions on the GHS Round Core Bass Boomers are best stated with an emoticon.
Middle of the road tension and way more flexible feel than standard Boomers. Lower tension and a round core makes them quite comfy. Very authoritative warm-bright musical voicing with super punchy low mids. Nice and even string to string.
About 3 hours of playing at home today and I was all smiles. I love the voicing and hope they manage to last. I wish I had bought two sets so I could enjoy them simultaneously on my P bass!
One interesting thing is that unlike other round core strings there was no note about having to crimp the strings before cutting. I wonder if it is unnecessary given the difference in end wrap design and silk coating. I think this will be a Jon Moody question.
More feedback to come...
I just ordered a 45-100 set for my P bass.
I think you should probably crimp the ends like DR/Fodera round core strings, but maybe I'm wrong?
Yes I have and they were my regular string for a while. That's where I fell in love with round core strings. In comparison Round Core Boomers will have an authoritative mid range. Sunbeams will be more scooped. Both have generous low end but the Boomers more punch.
GHS Round Core Boomers DO NOT require crimping before cutting. According to Jon Moody at GHS, when automating the winding process they also solved that caveat. He said you can if you want to but it isn't required.
Individuals that have had a negative experience with round core strings in the past should take note, these strings are likely to result in a better experience.
Individuals that have had a negative experience with round core strings in the past should take note, these strings are likely to result in a better experience.
Very cool!
Looking forward to trying these out!
Sounds like they have a big hit here with these strings!
First impressions on the GHS Round Core Bass Boomers are best stated with an emoticon.
Middle of the road tension and way more flexible feel than standard Boomers. Lower tension and a round core makes them quite comfy. Very authoritative warm-bright musical voicing with super punchy low mids. Nice and even string to string.
About 3 hours of playing at home today and I was all smiles.
I've been following these posts with great interest as my next bass will wear a set of rounds.
My J bass once wore DR Sunbeams (45-105) for five months and I loved the way they both sounded and felt. Based on what I've read so far, the RC Boomers are now at the top of my shopping list for when I acquire my next (ie third) bass.
@invalidprotocol, thanks for including these in your experimentation. The only thing I'll be waiting to find out from you is their longevity as to how long they will retain their positive tonal qualities.
Great thread, I will put the GHS bassboomer onto my list to see how they go in comparison to the Foderas I´m using right now.
The only grip I find about Foderas is they are hard to find around here...and usually get more expensive. But boy, they are good strings.
Just a thing. When compared D´addario xls to Fodera´s nikels, I surprisingly experienced that Fodera´s had like more tension beside it´s a roundcore. Though when had to adjust the truss rod, it was saying the opposite. And have a very controlled vibration. For now are still my strings of choice.
The only grip I find about Foderas is they are hard to find around here...and usually get more expensive. But boy, they are good strings.
Just a thing. When compared D´addario xls to Fodera´s nikels, I surprisingly experienced that Fodera´s had like more tension beside it´s a roundcore. Though when had to adjust the truss rod, it was saying the opposite. And have a very controlled vibration. For now are still my strings of choice.
No, Sunbeams are really low tension. With Boomers you will see an increase but not by a lot. They sit about average but with the give of the round core.
I'm also a fan of Fodera and so far nothing has topped them yet. They have been my go to string but I like to explore. So far I am excited by what I'm seeing with the GHS Round Core Boomers however.
In comparison there is a reduction in tension but so far at a slight cost in harmonic content. It is minor enough that I wouldn't grade it officially until I re-intonate the instrument as that often makes the difference.
Fodera nickels have a drier midrange bite and sound more focused and articulate which never seems to leave until they just flat out die. They do become warmer but that characteristic never dies.
Boomers are warmer and the tone has a bit more girth. Focused but not as articulate. I need more time to analyze the upper content and see how they behave over their life.
Fender P Bass + Dimarzio Model P + GHS Round Core Boomers = Brutally unfair and unapologetic advantage
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My set hasn't arrived yet, hopefully this week. G&L LB100 + EMG GZR P + these GHS Round Core Boomers will be my combination!
This last batch of strings and the additional GHS set I bought from stringsandbeyond.com. While their selection isn't the broadest they do deliver quickly and to date have yet to make an error on my orders.
I love round core SS & Nickel string. I hate that they die fast. I'm a simple blues rocker so I stick with flats and they last much much longer.
Mine shipped today from BSO. Should have them on Thursday! Looking forward to trying these out!
