derreybass Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 Having actually recieved my Bass VI two days before Christmas day which was ordered at the end of August this year I have been very pleased with how it plays and the number of tones available from it. It was worth the wait, however, I expect a number of you have heard that the strings supplied with it aren't really the most suitable gauge for it. The .84 E string is too thin and floppy also while the .72 A string is reasonable it too is better if replaced. To aviod going down the costly La Bella string route I discovered that Ernie Ball custom gauge roundwound bass strings will fit and have fitted a .95 and .80 to the bass, these were bought separately and the result is much better, I think possibly a .102 for the E string may even be better. I hope this I of use to some of you. Be interested to hear your thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keeponehandloose Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 where did you get them from? this sounds interesting.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derreybass Posted December 31, 2013 Author Share Posted December 31, 2013 I got the strings from Wunjo Guitars in Demark Street London, they must be available from other places as well. They were very helpful !!!. I've been doing a bit measuring and the distance from the tremolo to the bridge on the Bass VI is just about 4", and this added to the scale length 30" is 34", the same as a normal long scale bass. The strings I bought were Ernie Ball Custom Gauge for normal long scale 34" so in theory at least other long scale strings could be used from other makers. This will make things a bit cheaper than the La Bella route at about 45ish for a set. The Nut on my Bass VI didn't need filing to fit the .95. I have some Elites on my Jazz Bass and the E string would fit the Bass VI. If anyone does try this make sure that you cut the new string so that it has a small amount of taper to fit into the machinehead groove. I will try and post a picture of how it is on mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodinblack Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 Thanks for that. My Bass VI came today (ordered friday) and the bottom E really is a bit useless as it stands although I haven't put the action up on that yet. I may even have some ernie balls, although maybe a 100. The A is actually ok as you say, but I suppose if you replace the E then the contrast is going to be a bit of a jump. I noticed that standing on the floor, the nut of the Bass VI is in the same place as the nut of the Jazz Bass, as the bridge of the jazz bass is so far back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Twickerman Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 [quote name='derreybass' timestamp='1388501501' post='2322735'] This will make things a bit cheaper than the La Bella route at about 45ish for a set. [/quote] I ordered a customised set of strings direct from LaBella - it was surprisingly inexpensive at about $23 (inc p&p) for the set. They took a couple of weeks to arrive - but that's good value IMO. - Nick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maude Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 [quote name='The Twickerman' timestamp='1389206408' post='2331394'] I ordered a customised set of strings direct from LaBella - it was surprisingly inexpensive at about $23 (inc p&p) for the set. They took a couple of weeks to arrive - but that's good value IMO. - Nick. [/quote] Was that for flat or round? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Twickerman Posted January 9, 2014 Share Posted January 9, 2014 [quote name='Maude' timestamp='1389219465' post='2331644'] Was that for flat or round? [/quote] It was precisely this:- Description Unit price Qty Amount Item Number HRS : HRS-.100 Guitar Model: Bass VI $4.25 USD 1 $4.25 USD Single String Item Number HRS : HRS-.080 Guitar Model: Bass VI $3.90 USD 1 $3.90 USD Single String Item Number HRS : HRS-.056 Guitar Model: Bass VI $1.42 USD 1 $1.42 USD Single String Item Number HRS : HRS-.044 Guitar Model: Bass VI $1.38 USD 1 $1.38 USD Single String Item Number HRS : HRS-.036 Guitar Model: Bass VI $1.33 USD 1 $1.33 USD Single String Item Number HRS : HRS-.026 Guitar Model: Bass VI $1.28 USD 1 $1.28 USD Single String They are roundwound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodinblack Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 [quote name='The Twickerman' timestamp='1389206408' post='2331394'] I ordered a customised set of strings direct from LaBella - it was surprisingly inexpensive at about $23 (inc p&p) for the set. They took a couple of weeks to arrive - but that's good value IMO. [/quote] It is good value. If I make a set like that it comes to $13.56 but then the cheapest shipping cost is $23.52, so $37.08 in total, or £23, or is that what you meant? I think that is reasonable (it is a lot cheaper than I can get them in the UK), but was wondering if you really meant $23? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Twickerman Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 This is the exact order I placed:- [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Single String HRS : HRS-.100 Guitar Model: Bass VI[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Quantity: 1[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Price: $4.25[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Single String HRS : HRS-.080 Guitar Model: Bass VI[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Quantity: 1[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Price: $3.90[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Single String HRS : HRS-.056 Guitar Model: Bass VI[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Quantity: 1[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Price: $1.42[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Single String HRS : HRS-.044 Guitar Model: Bass VI[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Quantity: 1[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Price: $1.38[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Single String HRS : HRS-.036 Guitar Model: Bass VI[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Quantity: 1[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Price: $1.33[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Single String HRS : HRS-.026 Guitar Model: Bass VI[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Quantity: 1[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Price: $1.28[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3] International - USPS First Class Mail[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3] Shipping[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Quantity: 1[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Price: $9.30[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Total $22.86[/size][/font] [font=arial, sans-serif][size=3]Order placed on 2013-10-31 12:05[/size][/font] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodinblack Posted February 16, 2014 Share Posted February 16, 2014 Ah, ok. Well, the shipping has gone up now, my order was exactly the same as that apart from shipping, which says: [color=#000000][font=Helvetica][size=3]international - USPS First Class Mail [/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Helvetica][size=3]Shipping [/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Helvetica][size=3]Quantity: 1[/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Helvetica][size=3]Price: $17.88[/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Helvetica][size=3]Total $31.44[/size][/font][/color] On the plus side, when it first mentioned the shipping it was $23.52, but in the final checkout it was $17.88. Still, a lot better deal than getting them anywhere in the UK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodinblack Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 And they turned up today, so that was pretty quick. I guess I am putting those on tonight then! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsmedunc Posted March 19, 2014 Share Posted March 19, 2014 [quote name='The Twickerman' timestamp='1389258371' post='2331905'] It was precisely this:- Description Unit price Qty Amount Item Number HRS : HRS-.100 Guitar Model: Bass VI $4.25 USD 1 $4.25 USD Single String Item Number HRS : HRS-.080 Guitar Model: Bass VI $3.90 USD 1 $3.90 USD Single String Item Number HRS : HRS-.056 Guitar Model: Bass VI $1.42 USD 1 $1.42 USD Single String Item Number HRS : HRS-.044 Guitar Model: Bass VI $1.38 USD 1 $1.38 USD Single String Item Number HRS : HRS-.036 Guitar Model: Bass VI $1.33 USD 1 $1.33 USD Single String Item Number HRS : HRS-.026 Guitar Model: Bass VI $1.28 USD 1 $1.28 USD Single String They are roundwound. [/quote] I recently got a Squier vi and I just ordered the same set but roundwounds. I cant do anything with the stock low E, I cant even get the intonation right. I'm glad I saw this post as they only came to £19.02 delivered. A considerable difference in price! Cheers Dunc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leon Transaxle Posted August 6, 2014 Share Posted August 6, 2014 Excellent call on the La Bella direct set. I ordered the same set and it cost even less. Thank you very much sir Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Twickerman Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 My pleasure! I have that LaBella set on my Fender PSVI now (which has been modded to have the original pickup and scratchplate configuration). The sound and playability is far superior to my VMVI with the D'Addario VI set on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GarethFlatlands Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 Jut picked up one of these, nice bass for the cash but the it could do with a setup and some new strings to thanks for the info about what to buy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Telebass Posted August 11, 2014 Share Posted August 11, 2014 If rounds are ok, what about Ernie Ball 6-string Slinky Bass Guitar w/ small ball end 29 5/8 scale .020w - .090( 2837) - £13.95. They are for the Silhouette Bass Guitar, which is 29.5" scale. However, they may be too short because of the trem... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BetaFunk Posted August 11, 2014 Share Posted August 11, 2014 [quote name='Telebass' timestamp='1407756785' post='2523582'] If rounds are ok, what about Ernie Ball 6-string Slinky Bass Guitar w/ small ball end 29 5/8 scale .020w - .090( 2837) - £13.95. They are for the Silhouette Bass Guitar, which is 29.5" scale. However, they may be too short because of the trem... [/quote] They are too short. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Telebass Posted August 11, 2014 Share Posted August 11, 2014 Ah, rats... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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