I'm on the BSO site, says $101.99 for a 5 string set of jazz rounds. I have to register for the talkbass discount but they don't tell you what the discount is?
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Seriously, are TI strings really worth the high price?
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I'm not sure what percentage the discount is, but I've found that BSO's VIP discounted prices beat everyone else's 99% of the time. Plus free shipping
It's a nice discount, and the gentleman that answered the phone was very accomodating. I changed the order to a 4 string set.
Super happy with the TI Flats on my 5 so I am going to shoot for the rounds on my 4.
I guess everyone has a different feel for their instrument but to me I love the feel of the TI tension. Doesn't seem to slow me down at all as some have mentioned.
I also seem to feel less concerned with "super low action" since they are so easy on the left hand.
Super happy with the TI Flats on my 5 so I am going to shoot for the rounds on my 4.
I guess everyone has a different feel for their instrument but to me I love the feel of the TI tension. Doesn't seem to slow me down at all as some have mentioned.
I also seem to feel less concerned with "super low action" since they are so easy on the left hand.
I tried a lightly used set of TI Jazz Rounds here on TB. For me, they have the following characteristics: flexible, warm, articulate and long lasting (6 months). I have not been able to find these four characteristics in any other string.
Plus, as I was trying different strings on different basses, I noticed small, incremental differences between string brands. When I tried the TI Jazz Rounds, it was a HUGE, noticeable difference.
I currently have them on an MTD 434-24, Lull P4 and a fretless Pedulla Buzz. I'm considering trying a set on my Zon TJ5.
The only time I'd try something different is if I wanted a very modern, stainless steel sound out of the bass. I recently did that with my MTD but it only lasted a month. I missed the tone of the TI Jazz Rounds and I put them back on the MTD.
Needless to say, I really like these strings.
Plus, as I was trying different strings on different basses, I noticed small, incremental differences between string brands. When I tried the TI Jazz Rounds, it was a HUGE, noticeable difference.
I currently have them on an MTD 434-24, Lull P4 and a fretless Pedulla Buzz. I'm considering trying a set on my Zon TJ5.
The only time I'd try something different is if I wanted a very modern, stainless steel sound out of the bass. I recently did that with my MTD but it only lasted a month. I missed the tone of the TI Jazz Rounds and I put them back on the MTD.
Needless to say, I really like these strings.
I just put on my first set of TI Jazz Round Nickels and all I can say is WOW!
I agree completely with LeonD, these strings make much more than a slight difference in sound and playability. They are very well balanced, with a strong output, deep tone, clear smooth (not harsh) highs and very flexible but not at all floppy in standard GDAE tuning. As a side benefit they seem to have eliminated if not significantly reduced any dead spots on my bass neck as well.
I was running much higher tension round nickels prior to the TI's so I did have to make a number of adjustments to my action but once everything settled in it sounded great.
So the OPs question was - are they worth the cost? My answer is, NO, they are worth more. The dead spot elimination alone was worth the price of admission, the playability and fretting ease on my arthritic hands is a huge plus as well and the sound they produce is pure bliss.
I've only had them on for a few hours but if they still sound and feel this good a month from now I'll be a convert for life.
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I agree completely with LeonD, these strings make much more than a slight difference in sound and playability. They are very well balanced, with a strong output, deep tone, clear smooth (not harsh) highs and very flexible but not at all floppy in standard GDAE tuning. As a side benefit they seem to have eliminated if not significantly reduced any dead spots on my bass neck as well.
I was running much higher tension round nickels prior to the TI's so I did have to make a number of adjustments to my action but once everything settled in it sounded great.
So the OPs question was - are they worth the cost? My answer is, NO, they are worth more. The dead spot elimination alone was worth the price of admission, the playability and fretting ease on my arthritic hands is a huge plus as well and the sound they produce is pure bliss.
I've only had them on for a few hours but if they still sound and feel this good a month from now I'll be a convert for life.
Be sure to check out Bass Strings Online for the best service and pricing on TI's and other great strings.
I bought some T-I Jazz flats to try out, they arrived a couple of days ago and I love the feel and the tone they bring. It's like all the good sound characteristics in my bass are accentuated -
There was a thread on here recently on the lifespan of the Jazz flats,
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f16/lifespan-tis-1060715/
If you amortise the cost over the average lifespan people are getting, they're excellent value -
There was a thread on here recently on the lifespan of the Jazz flats,
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f16/lifespan-tis-1060715/
If you amortise the cost over the average lifespan people are getting, they're excellent value -
For Me YES.
These string have changed everything for me.
The feel, tone, tension. They last forever.
Have a set on my ABG for 4-years. On my fretless 6-years.
2-years on a fretted Jazz.
It's all subjective I know.
I put a set of T-I Superalloy strings on my main bass last Christmas. They still sound like they did fresh out of the pack, -although they don't sound quite as zingy as a new set of D'Addario XLs to my ears.
I didn't notice a big difference in string tension compared to D'Addario XLs, which is a feel I'm very familiar with, as I've been playing XL's since the mid 80's.
The most noticeable difference to me is the Superalloy's have more Fundamental. Especially on the lowest notes on my bass (6-string). I really like this about them. They also sound and feel very balanced across the entire set.
YMMV, IMO, & IME, I intend to stay with the Superalloy's on this bass, and to me, they're very much worth their added cost.
I didn't notice a big difference in string tension compared to D'Addario XLs, which is a feel I'm very familiar with, as I've been playing XL's since the mid 80's.
The most noticeable difference to me is the Superalloy's have more Fundamental. Especially on the lowest notes on my bass (6-string). I really like this about them. They also sound and feel very balanced across the entire set.
YMMV, IMO, & IME, I intend to stay with the Superalloy's on this bass, and to me, they're very much worth their added cost.
No idea how the TI rounds are, I am a big fan of their jazz flats though.
And I will say this: people can think what they want of the importance of strings, but in my (recent) experience, I think it has a greater impact on my sound than almost any other single component in my chain.
Keep that in mind, too, when you weigh your costs/benefits... like you americans say about cars: it's where the rubber meets the ground (correct?).
And I will say this: people can think what they want of the importance of strings, but in my (recent) experience, I think it has a greater impact on my sound than almost any other single component in my chain.
Keep that in mind, too, when you weigh your costs/benefits... like you americans say about cars: it's where the rubber meets the ground (correct?).
I use both the Jazz rounds and flats. IMHO, similar tone profile from both. I'd say the rounds are more articulate and more versatile.
I have them on two basses and love them. Paid $80.00 a set. Both have been on over a year and sound fine. I like the way they feel as well as that old school thump.
Actually, it's "Where the rubber meets the road". Unless you drive a Jeep, then it might be ok to say ground.
+1. I figured I spared no expense on my bass, amp, cables, then why not pay a bit extra a try out a brand of strings that typically get really favorable reviews.
I'm really glad I gave them a try.
I got my set of jazz rounds on a jazz bass for a day now. Love the tension. The strings are rather narrow diameter that is certainly different.
I love the sound but I'm gonna give it a few days for them to settle in before commenting as they change a bit.
43 51 68 89 seems odd but feels great.
I love the sound but I'm gonna give it a few days for them to settle in before commenting as they change a bit.
43 51 68 89 seems odd but feels great.
I have been using the rounds for about 4 yrs and the flats for almost 2 - the rounds will typically last me around 14 mos before the tone and intonation start to tail off to unacceptable range - (i DO recirculate the older sets by cleaning with alcohol OFF THE INSTRUMENT of course - it will reclaim a few more months of use ) the light touch needed for these is a wonderful side benefit - but i would tend to agree - there is nothing in these a slapper would find useful.
SO - for all non slappers - whole heartedly YES!
SO - for all non slappers - whole heartedly YES!
I have my P and J strung with TI flats
they were 80 bucks a set after taxes.
worth every penny.
they are lighter in gauge but that isn't a bad thing; they don't sound light.
one thing that impressed me is that once seated, they rarely go out of tune-a testament to their quality.
they have a nice unique sound and tone-I personally like it a lot.
the best part about them is their soft feel and flexibility; some have said in the past that they feel like silk panties for your fingers. everyone who picks up my basses comment on how good those strings are to play.
but then again, some people aren't going to like that.
they were 80 bucks a set after taxes.
worth every penny.
they are lighter in gauge but that isn't a bad thing; they don't sound light.
one thing that impressed me is that once seated, they rarely go out of tune-a testament to their quality.
they have a nice unique sound and tone-I personally like it a lot.
the best part about them is their soft feel and flexibility; some have said in the past that they feel like silk panties for your fingers. everyone who picks up my basses comment on how good those strings are to play.
but then again, some people aren't going to like that.
