RotoSound Tru Bass strings

pflash4001 · Post by **pflash4001** » Sat Dec 16, 2006 3:03 pm

Thanks. As usual, you guys are a treasure trove of information.

hieronymous · Post by **hieronymous** » Sat Dec 16, 2006 3:19 pm

As long as we're recommending roundwounds, I like DR LoRiders.

stts64 · Post by **stts64** » Sat Dec 16, 2006 6:23 pm

I used the Rotosound TruBass black nylons on my Michael Kelly Acoustic Fretless. Those Are the strings used by Paul McCartney on "Abbey Road".
I did not like them at all.

thx1955 · Post by **thx1955** » Sat Dec 16, 2006 10:20 pm

Javier,
I'd suggest not only trying the Hi Beams, but also try a few other low tension brands as well, the only real way to find the string YOU like is by trying different types.

Personally I like Super Slinkies on my v63, and the Hi Beams on my 4003. Try both, and I'd also suggest trying the lighter versions of GHS Boomers which also have a great Piano like ring when new.

In the end it'll be what sounds good to your ears and feel s good on your fingers.

It might take a little time, but I'm sure with the variety and quality available today you'll find something that fits.

bob_atherton · Post by **bob_atherton** » Sat Dec 16, 2006 10:54 pm

Jim, I know Super Slinkies well so they are a good yard stick. How do the Hi Beams compare? thanks.

cheyenne · Post by **cheyenne** » Sun Dec 17, 2006 3:28 am

I generaly use D'Addario XL170 nickle roundwounds on all my Ricks, have for years with no problems. However I put DR Highbeams on my 4004 CII and I really like them. Nice comfortable feel and great tone. I have been experimenting with D'Addario EPS170 Stainless Steel rounds on my V63 but Im just not sure about them. Very bright but a little harsh.

pflash4001 · Post by **pflash4001** » Sun Dec 17, 2006 6:19 am

Can someone post a list of lo-tension strings available?

marc67 · Post by **marc67** » Sun Dec 17, 2006 6:39 am

For a recording we did I wanted to get the Squire sound using my V63 so I also needed a set of Rotosound. They sounded great but lost their bite too quick. I now use DR Lo Riders and they sound bright (not harsh) and are 'accurate', last longer and as Tony said, they are easier on the fingers.

thx1955 · Post by **thx1955** » Sun Dec 17, 2006 8:08 am

Bob,
My preference is for the Super Slinkies in Stainless Steel, they compliment the v63 better, however this is my personal taste.

I love the raw growl they have and even though they're Stainless they seem to be fairly gently on the frets, I also think they last longer under practice / gig conditions.

aceonbass · Post by **aceonbass** » Sun Dec 17, 2006 8:49 pm

D'Addario's website lists string tension for each of the strings in their sets. They have a line of nickel round wounds that I'm experimenting with right now on a Yamaha 5-string bass right now(EXL 220-5:.040/.060/.075/.095/.125@ 180lbs for the set!)) I really like them and they remind me very much of the stock RIC bass strings.

bob_atherton · Post by **bob_atherton** » Sun Dec 17, 2006 11:19 pm

Thanks Jim. Never used the SS ones only the Nickel. I quite like their tone that sits well between flat and full on round. I am looking for a bit more bite and edge so I might give the SS ones a go. Do the Ho Beams have more or less top end than the SS Slinkies?

thx1955 · Post by **thx1955** » Mon Dec 18, 2006 7:17 am

I'd say about the same, maybe a little less, at least on my v63, the Slinkies do seem to last longer though.