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which strings

#3
I am shopping but its been my experience that the strings that come on guitars are no good so I just plan on changing them when I get the bass. Im talking with a guy now on this site about maybe buying his so if that happens Ill ask him but I think they are flatwounds. My experience flats on guitar is that there is a lot of difference between brands. Some are very stiff and trebly but others are not. Id like to have a set as easy to play as possible but not floppy.
 
#4
This is extremely subjective. I apologize if I come off rude but this is a decision for you to feel. As long as you get the right size or short scale string set size you'll find what you like. Everyone preference will be different, it depends on what genre or tone you're aiming for. I use rounds D"ddario because simply I used it and enjoyed that brand the most. Whatever brand you liked on guitar or whatever brands you feel like you like or any sounds you like is what you should choose. Flats or rounds,etc it's up to you the player there's no one size fits all for strings, maybe for some but not for me at least! Good luck and happy playing!
 
#5
On guitar I think Fender bullets are more popular than any other. The personalization comes more to the gauge. I liked 9's but some like 10's. so what would you say was the most popular for bass.
 
#6
I don't think this is something that'll help get you back into bass playing. Whatever bass you buy is gonna come with strings that work and any problems you have with the sound are going to be because of technique. If you change the strings before you get good at bass again you still won't be happy and then you'll buy another set of strings that won't solve any problems, in my opinion.
 
#7
Could be but it makes ALL the difference in guitars. I had a P bass some time ago and a standup bass but just didnt play them enough to keep. Now Ive quit guitar and my interest in bass has resurfaced.
 
#8
redit said:
Could be but it makes ALL the difference in guitars. I had a P bass some time ago and a standup bass but just didnt play them enough to keep. Now Ive quit guitar and my interest in bass has resurfaced.
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At least give the existing set - which can hopefully be identified by the seller - a fair shake, after which you'll know:
- if you like the construction in general (round or flat etc., with the accompanying traits i.e. smoothness vs. lack of brightness or vice versa)
- if tension is right for you, and if not, which direction to go.
 
#9
redit said:
Coming back to bass after a lot of years on guitar. What strings would you recommend for a short scale bass
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GHS Balanced Pure Nickels. Period. God's gift to short scale bass players. They are consistent in tone both string-to-string and up the neck. They have enough tension to be stable so they don't flop, thud, twang, or go sharp. They have a big, round tone. Jon Moody designed them for short scale basses. I've played bass for over 45 years, and my friends who have short scale basses agree these are the best strings for short scale ever. I use them on my short scale travel bass. They have great longetivity and are reasonable in price. Last fall I put a set on my short scale travel bass for rehearsals and gigs for my band's annual trip to Mexico in February, and never had to change a string. Looking forward to this fall, I may not have to change them for the next trip, either.
 

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