Where are you getting your strings these days?

[smogg]

I use fret nation exclusively. Very fair prices imo plus great selection & great customer service.

 

[bassist4dalord]

Let's see, in 2025 I've purchased strings from:

Fret Nation
Amazon
Guitar Center
Ernie Williamson Music (a local music store)
Palen Music Center (another local music store)
D'Addario website

It all depends on what strings I'm looking for.

 

[Bassdirty]

Amazon

Probably This ^^^

Unless I need em right now, then I'll grab em at Guitar Center. My local GC isn't that bad with string stocking, mainly BECAUSE..

I use these:
Cuz they're good, reasonably priced, and SO Common, ya can almost find em at the 7-11.

When I buy "Colored/coated" strings, I'll get em online.


T$

 

[bass12]

Fret Nation. They're currently offering a 25% discount on DR Hi-Beams.

 

[ValleyBass77]

I’m in Massachusetts and have 2 good music shops in my small city. I buy from them. I appreciate them and try to support their business when I can (even if they don’t always have what I want).

 

[Michedelic]

From bargain bins/blowouts in various stores…I’m not picky as to brand, as long as they are roundwounds.
Then, I know this doesn’t really count, but in my hometown there is this huge outlet store for overstock, returns, bankruptcy, odd lots, etc, etc…
Their old warehouse used to be right nextdoor to the midwest distribution center for, wait for it, Musician’s Friend. They have a new megacenter miles away, and although the selection of musical items has atrophied over the years(I once got a modern Hiwatt head from them), and while their prices have crept up, I believe they still have some sort of sideways relationship with MF/GC, I still see the occasional Ernie Ball pack(and other brands), plus guitar strings as well(I’m far more picky about those). They have an Ebay store, FYI… Cargo Largo, but don’t get your hopes up.

 

[GwenOnBass]

I use these:
Cuz they're good, reasonably priced, and SO Common, ya can almost find em at the 7-11.

And yet, close to impossible to find much love for them on TB or elsewhere. All EB strings that aren't Cobalt Flats are chronically underrated IMO.

 

[Yahboy]

Guitar Center has no selection, local music stores are nearing extinction, and Bass Strings Online looks out of date, like they might not be open any more. I've been getting strings from Amazon lately for the sake of convenience, but if there's a better site I'd love to know.

String by mail , Matt always provide superb customer service !

 

[HelpImaRock]

And yet, close to impossible to find much love for them on TB or elsewhere. All EB strings that aren't Cobalt Flats are chronically underrated IMO.

I think nobody talks about them because the vast majority use Ernie Ball and D’Addario. I like them on my Danos.

 

[Petethebassman]

I’d love to support local music stores, but they don’t stock the strings I want, so I buy my strings from Lord of the Strings or Thomann.

 

[ErikP.Bass]

I’d love to support local music stores, but they don’t stock the strings I want, so I buy my strings from Lord of the Strings or Thomann.

@Petethebassman Just curious if you wound up ordering from Lord of the Strings. I was thinking about ordering some Pedulla strings as they seem to be in stock. Very responsive via email but wanted to be sure they’re legit.

 

[Clark W]

Guitar Center has no selection, local music stores are nearing extinction, and Bass Strings Online looks out of date, like they might not be open any more. I've been getting strings from Amazon lately for the sake of convenience, but if there's a better site I'd love to know.

I had posted earlier in this thread that I get mine from a local mom & pop shop. But I'm also looking at Rocket Music online that is owned by fellow TB member @RocketMusic

He's building up his string stock, prices are comparable too. I know he's working on getting his D'Addario stock up. But I don't know what else he's working on or has in stock but he's got 10 pages worth of strings to choose from on his site.

 

[Petethebassman]

@Petethebassman Just curious if you wound up ordering from Lord of the Strings. I was thinking about ordering some Pedulla strings as they seem to be in stock. Very responsive via email but wanted to be sure they’re legit.

They’re legit, I have bought strings many times from them with no issues.

 

[Bob_Ross]

I bought so many spare sets over the last few years that I haven’t had to buy any new sets since JustStrings.com shut down! Not sure where I’ll shop once my stash gets low.