I have problems playing my Thunderbird, I apologize if I made a few words wrong but I'm Italian and it may be that the translation was not right,i'm sorry
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Strings ,Fretboard problems
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What brand and type of strings do you have right now on your T'bird?
And how old are they ?
I see that you are struggling to find the right words in English, but now I think I understand what you mean. The answer depends on many factors, but the two most important ones are probably:
1. The gauge of the strings, which refers to how thick they are (their diameter). A package of new strings will usually list the gauges for all the strings in the package (in mm), and will usually also label them as "extra light," "light," "medium" or "heavy." Lighter (smaller diameter) strings feel more "soft" and flexible than heavier ones.
2. Flatwound strings generally feel more "hard" and stiff than roundwound strings. If your strings feel perfectly smooth when you slide your finger along them, they are probably flatwounds; roundwounds feel (and look) rough.
Does that help?
I'd like to see some of you who think you are so clever, actually have the b@lls to try to function in the language of another. Grow up and try to be helpful, instead of displaying pathetic and childish attempts at humor.
Dude, the clever jokes are in jest. No one is making fun of anyone.
And the translation issues have been acknowledged and clarifying questions have been asked and a few jokes were made. The only one who's said anything offensive in this thread so far is you, bro.
Sorry, not your "bro", and yes you acknowledged a language issue. However, a little sensitivity goes a long way, which you can't seem to accept. Sorry if I was so offensive.
Please go have sex with someone immediately. For the sake of this thread!
Joke translation: You seem extraordinarily uptight and are overreacting. Perhaps you would find copulating with another human being a very agreeable and relaxing experience and we can move on with the discussion. No offense intended. Thank you.
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Yeah those are tree trunks!
I favor round wounds, nickle-plated round core and n gauges 45-65-80-100, also known as medium light.
Core wires that hexogonal tend to be stiffer than round core, and I find nickle-plated strings more pliant than stainless steel strings too.
I have problems playing my Thunderbird, I apologize if I made a few words wrong but I'm Italian and it may be that the translation was not right
I have problems playing my Thunderbird, I apologize if I made a few words wrong but I'm Italian and it may be that the translation was not right
Lighter gauge strings, and a decent setup for a reasonably playable action can make an immense difference. The first bass I played on was honestly waaayy more physically challenging than it needed to be. I feel like this is one of the biggest problems for new players, both guitar and bass. Even though I’m at a point where I could make anything work, I currently have a p bass with low action and TI jazz flats and a mim strat with 9’s that will setup with a stupid low action. Both of those instruments would make life so much easier for someone just starting out than what I started with.
