PINO PALLADINO SMOOTHIE FLATS

[OlyWhite]

I'll hold out for the "accordion accessory" version, thanks

 

[TwototheValley]

 

[tindrum]

Wow yeah they can go pound sand at that price.

 

[Just Wrong]

Well, that went south fast...

 

[bassist4dalord]

Well, that's some brave pricing.

Wow. Sounds like 'introductory'/milking the fanbase pricing.

Um, yeah. NO.

I've never heard of "Presto Music". I checked, they list the Ernie Ball Cobalt Power Slinky Flats for $83.25. Is this a company based in a country other than USA?

 

[HaphAsSard]

I checked

Is this a company based in a country other than USA?

Check deeper (contact-us page).

Spoiler

Yes.

 

[bassist4dalord]

Check deeper (contact-us page).

Spoiler

Yes.

Haha okay. They're not even available for purchase on Ernie Ball's website yet.

 

[therumour]

Only if they're cheaper

As of today, two sites advertise then (as out-of-stock) overseas and they are pricing them more than TI Flats...

 

[therumour]

Ernie Ball Pino Palladino Smoothie Flats: Bass Guitar Strings

Yep.

Wow. Sounds like 'introductory'/milking the fanbase pricing.

Just in case you thought that was insane...

Ernie Ball 2749 43-108 Pino Palladino Smoothie Flats Flatwound Bass Strings - Medium2749

Ernie Ball 2749 43-108 Pino Palladino Smoothie Flats Flatwound Bass Strings - Medium - Ernie Ball

www.artistguitars.com.au

 

[HaphAsSard]

Just in case you thought that was insane...

Ernie Ball 2749 43-108 Pino Palladino Smoothie Flats Flatwound Bass Strings - Medium2749

Ernie Ball 2749 43-108 Pino Palladino Smoothie Flats Flatwound Bass Strings - Medium - Ernie Ball

www.artistguitars.com.au

179 Australian dollars equals a meager 112.50 US bucks: less insane than the Euro price.

 

[Fun Size Nick]

179 Australian dollars equals a meager 112.50 US bucks: less insane than the Euro price.

There are many reasons to visit Australia, but nicely-priced music gear isn't one of them

 

[devnulljp]

Just in case you thought that was insane...

For that price, I'd want Pino to bring em round my house, personally install them, and provide private tuition.

 

[Just Wrong]

There's a local store that has them in stock for the equivalent of US$80, the same price as TIJF (the TIJF are actually cheaper in Canada than in the US).

But the store lists everything as "in stock," even when it's out of stock.

 

[Mike Vee]

DUDE when the hell are these coming out!? 'Spring" has sprung!

 

[TwototheValley]

There are many reasons to visit Australia, but nicely-priced music gear isn't one of them

Try living here…it's not just music gear

Ernie Ball 2749 Pino Palladino Smoothie Flats Electric Bass Guitar Strings - .043-.108 Medium

Pino Palladino Smoothie Flats Bass Strings by Ernie Ball are engineered for a smooth, effortless playing experience. With precision polishing for an ultra-smooth feel, these premium flatwound strings glide easily under your fingers. Wound with a cobalt alloy ribbon, they deliver a deep, rich...

skymusic.com.au

I've never really been into EB strings, but as a bit of a flatwound enthusiast and admirer of Pino, my curiosity was piqued…at least initially. "Introductory pricing" I'd say.

For comparison, a major retailer here currently has a sale on strings…La Bella 760FS for AUD$98.99 and Thomastik JF344 for AUD$128.

 

[Fun Size Nick]

Try living here…it's not just music gear

Been there, done that

 

[FyllingenOy]

The strings are now listed on the Ernie Ball website for $79.99

 

[GwenOnBass]

The strings are now listed on the Ernie Ball website for $79.99

Yikes

 

[3rdeyep]

 

[CuiFoo]

Wondering how the feel/tension would compare to TI flats for each gauge.
On paper, the extra light (38 - 98) is considerably lighter than the TI (45-100, I believe), while the medium (43-108) might be a bit of a step up.
Has anybody here tried them yet?