String tension Elixir vs D'Addario

[KJMO]

Was wondering if anyone can help me with finding an alternative string set. I usually use (and love) the Elixir 15052 set. They last forever and are easy on my fingers. However, Elixir strings are not available due to COVID. Is there anything comparable with the same feel and longevity that might be readily available?

I’m going to say vehemently that no, there is nothing comparable.

 

[JCW308]

I’m going to say vehemently that no, there is nothing comparable.

Yeah, that's what I was afraid of! I absolutely love the 14052 set on my P-Bass. So now I have to get something, and to make things even worse I need to find a good set without colored balls at the end (my bridge doesn't cover the ends). FUN!

 

[michael_t]

Maybe, I'm trying to stick with lights if possible though.

In case you decide to try the 45-105 set, there are two sets in stock Invalid Link Removed.

 

[JCW308]

In case you decide to try the 45-105 set, there are two sets in stock Invalid Link Removed.

Thanks, will have to think about it at that price.

 

[KJMO]

Thanks, will have to think about it at that price.

This is probably as cheap as you'll find to try out the mediums:

For Sale - Elixirs! | TalkBass.com

 

[KB5]

I wanted to like Elixirs. The B string tension was way too low. I prefer a stiffer string and lower action. Elixirs are not that string.

 

[HaphAsSard]

The B string tension was way too low.

Which Gauge?

 

[Pier_]

just to report:

I switched from Ernie Ball (32-45-65-80-100-130) to Elixir (32-45-65-80-100-130) on my Yamaha TRB6p, and while the truss rod didn't move, the strings are stiffer.
also, I didn't have to change anything at the bridge.

D'Addario are stiffer in tension then Ernie Ball at the same gauge (tried on the same bass, with D'Addario I had to tighten the truss rod a bit), and I had to change the intonation at the bridge.

IMHO, and I mentioned it in other topics a lot of years before, Elixir are not D'Addario made, but Ernie Balls they feel more similar to EB than to D'Addario, and the "stiffness" is probably due to the coating.

I feel the same on guitar; I use the 10-46 set or the green Slinky set (10-46), and I don't have to make changes neither at the bridge nor the truss rod. the times I've used D'Addario, different truss rod settings and intonation.

same with Fender nickels: on my Mike Dirnt I switch from Fender to EB (same gauge) depending on what I find at the lowest price, and the are interchangeable.
switching to D'Addario means different settings.