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Squier P roundwound suggestions

Discussion in 'Strings [BG]' started by FingeringAm, Jul 2, 2008.

  1. Jul 2, 2008 #1
    FingeringAm

    FingeringAm Inactive

    Jun 28, 2008
    So Cal
    searched about 5 pages so i think ill ask this question...

    i got a squier p(replacing the p'ups with tesla p/j set) and the stock strings
    ive decided on roundwounds(is this a good decision?)
    i play mostly rock with some reggae/ska thrown in...
    i slap very little as i suck at it :D
    i use pick about 40% of the time

    my question(s)-
    -what length do i need? (34" scale)
    -what width do i need?
    -what brand should i get? (price isnt that big a deal cause strings r pretty cheap so aslong as they last a good while id say its worth it)
    -is it worth making one of those denatured alcohol pvc tubes to clean strings?

    thanks for the help
     
  2. Jul 2, 2008 #2
    jayarroz

    jayarroz

    Jul 10, 2007
    Boston
    Endorsing Artist: Glockenklang
    if you get flats they last for ever. Roundwounds I just buy the cheapest ones usually ghs, then boil them once they get dull. Wipe them with windex, then when they go again I buy a new set.
     
  3. Jul 2, 2008 #3
    FingeringAm

    FingeringAm Inactive

    Jun 28, 2008
    So Cal
    thanks for the info but i still need some specifics on the size and brand

    my question(s)-
    -what length do i need? (34" scale)
    -what width do i need?
    -what brand should i get? (price isnt that big a deal cause strings r pretty cheap so aslong as they last a good while id say its worth it) 1st suggestion:GHS
    -is it worth making one of those denatured alcohol pvc tubes to clean strings?
     
  4. Jul 2, 2008 #4
    therex

    therex

    Jun 24, 2007
    lima
    -what length do i need? (34" scale), just get the longest you can so you can cut if its too long
    -what width do i need? around 40 to 105 is nice IMO
    -what brand should i get? 1st suggestion:GHS 2nd suggestion: daddario(they are really cheap but are really great strings IMO)
    -is it worth making one of those denatured alcohol pvc tubes to clean strings?, i havent tried it, but i think it could add some life to your strings, maybe a couple of weeks if done properly
     
  5. Jul 2, 2008 #5
    FingeringAm

    FingeringAm Inactive

    Jun 28, 2008
    So Cal
    EDIT: sry didnt notcie u added the info

    NEW QUESTION---
    my string guide had bunched up the silk cover of my strings from tuning frequently....when i try to resting them will it be possible to feed them through again?
     
  6. Jul 2, 2008 #6
    cartelli_man

    cartelli_man

    Apr 8, 2008
    College Station texas
    well some guys down their said some things
    he's right get the longest you can and cut the access
    and i use 45 to 105
    basically anything between 40 and 105 will due fine
    and oh ya
    GHS boomers is what i normally use their cheap and good
    my second suggestion though would be elixors
    i've used those for my rick' and they last a very long time
    no dead spots and are just sounding great
    hope this helps
     
  7. Jul 2, 2008 #7
    jayarroz

    jayarroz

    Jul 10, 2007
    Boston
    Endorsing Artist: Glockenklang
    light or medium gauge ghs
     
  8. Jul 2, 2008 #8
    Ampeg SVT

    Ampeg SVT Son, I am disappoint.

    Sep 9, 2006
    If you use a pick i wouldnt get the Elixers, while they may be great the coating wont last with a pick unfortunately. Id suggest some DR Hi-Beams
     
  9. Jul 2, 2008 #9
    LzeroKI

    LzeroKI

    Dec 24, 2006
    Charlotte, NC
    another vote for GHS strings here. My preference is for the light guage. Ive got them on my SX P right now and love them.
     
  10. Jul 2, 2008 #10
    FingeringAm

    FingeringAm Inactive

    Jun 28, 2008
    So Cal
    thanks for all ur input
    i just ordered the ghs boomers and the DR's
    ill string um up and test um out and post back the best :hyper:
     
  11. Jul 3, 2008 #11
    david fitch

    david fitch

    Feb 20, 2007
    Any good nickel plated steel roundwound should give you the tone you are looking for. I like the D'addario XL Nickelwounds 50-105. Great strings and they age very well. Oh Ya...Flatwounds don't last forever.
     
  12. Jul 3, 2008 #12
    Phalex

    Phalex Semper Gumby Supporting Member

    Oct 3, 2006
    G.R. MI
    GHS Boomers medium gauge long scale (Long Scale+ will work just fine too). Those are my "go to" roundwounds.

    Have you ever tried flats?? On a P they're the cats meow IMHO.
     
  13. Jul 3, 2008 #13
    DavePlaysBass

    DavePlaysBass

    Mar 31, 2004
    CO
    I like the stock 7250s from Fender personally.
     
  14. Jul 3, 2008 #14
    FingeringAm

    FingeringAm Inactive

    Jun 28, 2008
    So Cal
    i think ill wait for flats till i get a fender J...i just dont play that much jazz/reggae to warrant these kind of strings..but thanks for the advice

    strung up the d addrios first still beating them in...ill post back when in a few days/weeks when the real tone comes in