TI Jazz rounds, had em fo a while on a Sterling. Very low tension, kinda didnt like the tension but loved the sound.
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Strings that are "well known" for having low tension
- Thread starter madjazzbass
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Probably not. Hahaha if I was responding about strings I'd would ha simply said "get tape wounds"
I shouldn't post from a hospital bed.
Jazzdogg
Less barking, more wagging!
I have all of my basses strung with TI Jazz Flats, and I've been wanting to try TI Jazz Rounds. Sounds like I should try them on one of my fretless basses.
Jazzdogg
Less barking, more wagging!
I'm having difficulty figuring out how your post relates to strings.
Thanks Dude. Question is; Do I wanna give the DR's another "go 'round? I was never too impressed with their tone as I recall; but, different times, different Basses nowadays, more knowledgeable on how to properly EQ; Who knows, maybe I'll give'em another try; I think I actually still have a/that set from a while ago, saves me about $25-30.
Not all DR's are created equal - I believe that DR Hi-Beams are lower tension than Lo-Riders. I have a '70s Rickenbacker whose tailpiece was lifting - it was suggested that I switch to lighter strings, so I went from Lo-Riders to Hi-Beams. It seems to have helped a bit and I can feel them as "lighter" to my fingers.
But it's so subjective! I would say give the strings you have a try. Hopefully this process can be "fun" but actually I get very stressed out about strings!
Jazzdogg
Less barking, more wagging!
DR Sunbeams for flexibility- ie softness of feel when plucking.
Nickel w/ round core instead of hex core.
Nickel w/ round core instead of hex core.
WHAT'S THAT YOU SAY?!! No, I didn't mean for it to come out that way, my apologies if you guys thought I was "yelling"; I copied and pasted the "Strings FAQ and Rules" part, then when I started writing/typing the rest, it came out with bold letters for some reason, totally unintentional.SORRY!
Thomastik Infeld jazz rounds JR344Hey Guys/Girls; First, I Have read through the
STRINGS FAQ + RULES before posing/asking this question; I couldn't find an answer so, My question is; (as the sub title says); What are some (preferably nickel round wound) strings that are "well known" for having low tension? Now, I Have heard about the DR ?Low Riders, and I did try them out, and well, I'm not so much of a fan of the DR line of strings, although they seem to be a favorite of a whole lot of TB'rs, they just don't "do it" for me at all (at least they don't do it on any of the Basses that I currently own) Fender Jazz(es), Fender Precisions, Lakland 55-02, and Sire M7 Basses. So right now, my go to sets are the Dunlop Super Brights and Ernie Ball hybrid slinky sets, all 45-105 gauge; but, are there some other string sets out there that are well known for having less tension? Thanks, Much Appreciated.
So that rules out Dunlop Super Brights and Ernie Ball Slinky’s. Kind of contradictory considering they’re recommended for the most flexible in low tension here
The secret seems to be a wowen core. Which does correspond to what is used for classical guitars - wowen nylon core for E, A and D strings. I know nobody will believe me, but I did think about this a long time ago - what would happen if instead of steel someone used wowen nylon for the bass guitar strings? Turns out, it's an interesting idea. And yeah, the science behind it checks out.
The guy mentions the price being higher than what I can imagine, but then when I checked Link Removed , they are not terribly expensive. Some flatwound and tapewound sets can go up there in price. I guess I'm tempted.
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buldog5151bass
Kibble, milkbones, and P Basses. And redheads.
I guess it does. As far as DR strings go, Sunbeams are the most pliant.So that rules out Dunlop Super Brights and Ernie Ball Slinky’s. Kind of contradictory considering they’re recommended for the most flexible in low tension here
So that rules out Dunlop Super Brights and Ernie Ball Slinky’s. Kind of contradictory considering they’re recommended for the most flexible in low tension here
You would think that. Dunlop employs a thinner-than-normal hex core wire which adds to the flexibility. Even the outer-wrap(s) application will strongly influence perceived stiffness.
Riis
I don't know if these are "well known", but I find them very flexible and easy on the fingers with some clean "snap" and nice full finger-style tone. I play a 5 string set on a 35" scale, but you can get them in 4/34". As a bonus, the price is very reasonable and Geoff is great! This pack is .040, .058, .080, .102, .129
This ^^^
Especially the jazz rounds (and I thought the Jazz flats were hella flexible)
Also low tension so likely a truss rod adjustment will be necessary.
