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Rotosound Swing bass 66 .40 .60 .80 .100 string set

#21
Rotosound Swing Bass 66's have so many different options, except for the more standard .045 .065 .080 .100... They have .045 .065 .085 .105 though as well as their most popular set the RS66LD's .045 .065 .080 .105

ALTHOUGH, they do have a .045 .065 .080 .100 set available in Nickel, the RS66LN set, where the .045 .065 .085 .105 set in Nickel is RS66LDN and as mentioned above, the hybrid set SM66N 40-100

If you are worried about moving up in gauges that is ok... 45-100 is still a great gauge.

But as long as the nut is not super high so that it completely surrounds the sides of the strings, you can most likely fit a .105 in there...
 
#22
SLaPiNFuNK said:
Rotosound Swing Bass 66's have so many different options, except for the more standard .045 .065 .080 .100... They have .045 .065 .085 .105 though as well as their most popular set the RS66LD's .045 .065 .080 .105

ALTHOUGH, they do have a .045 .065 .080 .100 set available in Nickel, the RS66LN set, where the .045 .065 .085 .105 set in Nickel is RS66LDN and as mentioned above, the hybrid set SM66N 40-100

If you are worried about moving up in gauges that is ok... 45-100 is still a great gauge.

But as long as the nut is not super high so that it completely surrounds the sides of the strings, you can most likely fit a .105 in there...
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Okay, I didn't know that about the nickel round wounds. Thanks! One of the reasons why I didn't want to try a .105 E string is because I recently purchased some Ernie Ball Slinkys and it seems kind of hard just to string a .100 through the bridge (but that could due to the fact I'm a noob when it comes to stringing basses). I think the nut could fit a .105 though.
 
#24
iiipopes said:
When I use Roto Swingbass, I use a custom set of 45-60-80-105. For me, these gauges have more even tension and consistent tonality from string to string and up the neck. I got mine from the Roto rep, but any store that sells singles will usually have them, like juststrings.com . Here's what they sound like on my bass, direct to board:
03-2005 Part 1 - Lawrence Welk - Precious Memories - YouTube
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Bass Strings Online has a better selection of singles and way better pricing.
Welcome to Bass Strings Online - Your Custom Bass String Shop...
 
#26
darkstorm said:
Rotosound swing66 are excellent strings. Your bass would also handle the 45-105 gauge set just fine to. maybe tiny truss rod adjustment for either these or the 40-100. In a way I like the 40-100 set better then 45-105. But its not as available in stores.
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Okay, thanks! Why would I need to adjust the truss rod? If I had to, what would happen if I didn't?
 
#30
I have Swing Bass 40's on my bass now. 2 months of playing them and they are still bright. I have a fairly heavy attack but no problems with hurting my fingers. Also I sound nothing like Geddy, but they're on a P bass lol
 
#31
BassPlayer900 said:
I've been considering the Rotosound Nickels (45 65 80 100). I think they could give me the sound I want (but maybe not as bright as the stainless steels?).
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They are definitely nowhere near as bright as stainless steels, and really not bright at all to be honest. If you want a bright, punchy non-stainless string try Ernie Ball Cobalts or GHS Progressives.
 
#33
I've been using these strings for about 2 yrs already. They sound great all the time. I used to just buy whatever was around town(which was no selection at all) but now I buy these online. I installed a set about three weeks ago and my worship leader surprised me with a set that same week. So I got a back up set JIC. I would say go with your gut and get them. If you like bright responsive strings then go for it. I like the brightness of them cause I can always dial in some good lows thru my pre.
 
#34
B0SSB3AT5 said:
I've been using these strings for about 2 yrs already. They sound great all the time. I used to just buy whatever was around town(which was no selection at all) but now I buy these online. I installed a set about three weeks ago and my worship leader surprised me with a set that same week. So I got a back up set JIC. I would say go with your gut and get them. If you like bright responsive strings then go for it. I like the brightness of them cause I can always dial in some good lows thru my pre.
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Okay, thanks!
 
#35
I might actually try something bigger than the .40 .60 .80 .100. That is, if I decide to go for the Rotos. If I do, no matter the size of the set, I'll need to see if my local music store can adjust the truss rod just in case it'll need a set up.
 
#36
I use Rotosound Swingbass 66's all the time. I try to get as close to 55-75-90-110 as I can get, and they fit my MIM fender just fine without modifications. I sure wish they lasted longer though, I like my strings brand new out of the box, I tried the rotosound 360 string cleaner but it didn't make a difference.
 
#37
I'm using Roto SS on a GL Jazz and have pretty good results going for the Geddy tone.

First, you have to play really aggressively. There's nothing that will help if you don't nail that first. Also, getting the right setup makes a big difference. Action should be medium low. Too low and you can't play hard enough without too much clank. (a little clank is ok). Too high and you can't play fast enough to pull off any of the faster bits.

Geddy plays Roto standard gauge 45 to 105. I can't play as hard as I need to with that tension without ripping my pads off, so I back off and play the slightly lighter medium gauge.

Your amp makes a big difference too. A little OD blended in is vital. Geddy typically uses more than one amp (historically) or preamp (more recently) to get contrasting clean and dirty sounds.

Also, pickups play a big part. Geddy uses both pickups on full always. The Geddy Jazz is almost useless when it comes to mixing different pickup volumes due to hum. My answer was to replace the stock pickups with Dimarzio Area J pickups. They're close to the original in look, tone, and output, but the real benefit it to be able to use different volumes. I adjust my tone to get somewhere around the Counterparts (or later) sound with volumes full/full. And then simply by backing the bridge pickup down to half volume I get a very acceptable Free Will or Red Barchetta tone, and conversely by backing the neck pickup down to half volume (with bridge at full) I get a respectable Hold Your Fire, Presto, or Roll the Bones tone.

Having said all that, the best anyone is likely to do is to get close. I have many of the electronic bits and pieces available, and there is pretty good record available of what knobs to turn and such. But I find that as I get close to the sound I start to deviate a little bit and add my own preferences. Geddy allows for some space I his tone. I guess the other guys I his band are ok musicians and need to be heard every once I a while. I am under no such constraints and never met a frequency range that I didn't feel entitled to.

Good luck by the way. The sound you are going for is the reason why I enjoy picking up the bass every day. Just being in the neighborhood makes a world of difference.
 
#38
iiipopes said:
When I use Roto Swingbass, I use a custom set of 45-60-80-105. For me, these gauges have more even tension and consistent tonality from string to string and up the neck. I got mine from the Roto rep, but any store that sells singles will usually have them, like juststrings.com . Here's what they sound like on my bass, direct to board:
03-2005 Part 1 - Lawrence Welk - Precious Memories - YouTube
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What are you using those strings on in the video?
Great reading and playing btw :eek:
 
#39
DigitalMan said:
I'm using Roto SS on a GL Jazz and have pretty good results going for the Geddy tone.

First, you have to play really aggressively. There's nothing that will help if you don't nail that first. Also, getting the right setup makes a big difference. Action should be medium low. Too low and you can't play hard enough without too much clank. (a little clank is ok). Too high and you can't play fast enough to pull off any of the faster bits.

Geddy plays Roto standard gauge 45 to 105. I can't play as hard as I need to with that tension without ripping my pads off, so I back off and play the slightly lighter medium gauge.

Your amp makes a big difference too. A little OD blended in is vital. Geddy typically uses more than one amp (historically) or preamp (more recently) to get contrasting clean and dirty sounds.

Also, pickups play a big part. Geddy uses both pickups on full always. The Geddy Jazz is almost useless when it comes to mixing different pickup volumes due to hum. My answer was to replace the stock pickups with Dimarzio Area J pickups. They're close to the original in look, tone, and output, but the real benefit it to be able to use different volumes. I adjust my tone to get somewhere around the Counterparts (or later) sound with volumes full/full. And then simply by backing the bridge pickup down to half volume I get a very acceptable Free Will or Red Barchetta tone, and conversely by backing the neck pickup down to half volume (with bridge at full) I get a respectable Hold Your Fire, Presto, or Roll the Bones tone.

Having said all that, the best anyone is likely to do is to get close. I have many of the electronic bits and pieces available, and there is pretty good record available of what knobs to turn and such. But I find that as I get close to the sound I start to deviate a little bit and add my own preferences. Geddy allows for some space I his tone. I guess the other guys I his band are ok musicians and need to be heard every once I a while. I am under no such constraints and never met a frequency range that I didn't feel entitled to.

Good luck by the way. The sound you are going for is the reason why I enjoy picking up the bass every day. Just being in the neighborhood makes a world of difference.
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Wow, thanks! I don't really have a whole lot of gear. Just a MIM Jazz, small practice amp, and a SansAmp (which is useless since I only have one cord that doesn't buzz). I can get a more simplistic version of his tone by digging in near the bridge, turning up my amp, and turning everything (on the bass) on full.

I think I will definitely give these strings a try someday. I'll admit though... I'm still a little nervous about the fret wear thing. But I won't really know until I try them.
 

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