ProSteels vs. Swing 66

[80jazz]

My question here is are the ProSteels similar to the Swing 66 or dissimilar? I plan on trying the LB set sooner rather than later, but would like to know how they compare. I can't decide how concerned I am about the feel of the Roto's, but I am confident I can get used to them.

 

[Tunaman]

I prefer the Prosteels by a wide margin. I think the Prosteels are a tad more subdued but the feel of Rotos are pretty rough comparatively.

 

[Christian Joseph Allbee]

IME, they're both two different species of SS strings. I tried both on a Jazz Bass and my opinion is based on how they sounded on this bass:
-ProSteels were the smoother feeling of the two, but their scooped tone made it difficult for me to cut through when I was jamming with my iPod. They would probably sound better on a more midrange-oriented bass.
-The Roto 66's were rougher in feel, but I prefer them to the ProSteels on a Jazz Bass because they're richer in midrange.

In the end, I tossed both because I prefer flats, but if I absolutely had to use SS rounds, I would definitely consider these.

 

[80jazz]

I do like the idea of stronger mids. I will be trying Rotos eventually, both the LB set and the double ball LC set.

 

[Christian Joseph Allbee]

I do like the idea of stronger mids. I will be trying Rotos eventually, both the LB set and the double ball LC set.

If you're playing a Jazz Bass or any other two-pickup bass, the scooped tone of such basses should blend with the mids of 66's pretty well.

 

[Jeff Lee]

Try Rotosounds. They go perfect with a Jazz Bass. I started using 40-95 as opposed to 45-105. To me, they sound more punchier. IMO.

 

[80jazz]

I plan on trying the Swing 66 series and the Rotobass strings. I want to try the LB gauge and think the Rotobass 35's would be worth a go as well.