molan Posted August 8, 2011 Posted August 8, 2011 I wondered if anyone here had used any of the SIT string range? [url="http://sitstrings.com/strings/bass"]http://sitstrings.com/strings/bass[/url] I did a quick search but the last time this seemed to come up was back in '08 & it seemed distribution was pretty sparse. Quote
Ou7shined Posted August 8, 2011 Posted August 8, 2011 I've had some SH*T one's before but never tried SIT ones. Looks like they are US only though. Quote
BigRedX Posted August 8, 2011 Posted August 8, 2011 Used to be able to get them from Alan at ACG. Quote
JTUK Posted August 9, 2011 Posted August 9, 2011 No..not used them. I am looking into small shops winding their own atm. I have some Newtone on order. Always on the lookout for new strings that are consistantly good out of the pack.. Quote
BassBunny Posted August 10, 2011 Posted August 10, 2011 Got them on both my ACG's, (that's what Alan strings his basses with now), and really rate them. Really nice to play and they do as they say StayInTune. Quote
fretlessguy Posted August 10, 2011 Posted August 10, 2011 SIT strings are long lasting and have are not that expensive. I use their Power Round Nickels on a couple of my basses. You can purchase them from www.juststrings.com, who does ship internationally. They make just about any type of bass strings you want, even from 12 string to piccolo, steel, nickel, half wounds, flats. And no, I do not work for them, but I do appreciate people who make quality products that do not cost a fortune to buy. Quote
yybass Posted August 10, 2011 Posted August 10, 2011 (edited) Hi Molan, They are great, my SCB 11 is strung with them, speak to Brian he can supply them to you and have the gauge changed if need be. And they do SIT! Edited August 11, 2011 by yybass Quote
molan Posted August 10, 2011 Author Posted August 10, 2011 Interesting - thanks guys. I read a review somewhere that said they genuinely do seem to Stay In Tune once fitted & stretched in etc. I'll do some digging on the range options Quote
RhysP Posted August 10, 2011 Posted August 10, 2011 I used to use SIT strings on my Hamer 12 string bass when I had it & they were great. Quote
BottomEndian Posted August 11, 2011 Posted August 11, 2011 [quote name='BigRedX' post='1333063' date='Aug 9 2011, 12:46 AM']Used to be able to get them from Alan at ACG.[/quote] I believe his current arrangement with SIT is that he can retail the strings to his bass customers, but not to the general public. Quote
BigRedX Posted August 11, 2011 Posted August 11, 2011 (edited) [quote name='BottomEndian' post='1335998' date='Aug 11 2011, 06:56 AM']I believe his current arrangement with SIT is that he can retail the strings to his bass customers, but not to the general public.[/quote] That's a pity and somewhat short-sighted of SIT since from what I can see they don't appear to have any other UK presence. While Just Strings do ship internationally, when I've used them in the past they haven't been particularly prompt and the method they use to send them means that the packages (no matter how small) arrive in the UK by Parcel Force who have a much higher customs clearance fee than normal Royal Mail packets, so they are not particularly good VFM. Maybe the OP should contact SIT and see what they recommend. BTW they don't suit every bass - my Gus basses sound much better with La Bella Hard Rockin Steels - but they are pretty good on my Reverend Rumblefish and I'll be giving them a go on my Yamaha BJ 5B when I next change the strings on it. Edited August 11, 2011 by BigRedX Quote
skelf Posted August 11, 2011 Posted August 11, 2011 I will have a word with them and see if the situation has changed which might allow me to sell to a wider audience. I have tried in the past to get the UK dealership for the bass strings but they need someone who can go round shops pushing the strings and also deal with the guitar strings as well. Quote
JTUK Posted August 11, 2011 Posted August 11, 2011 [quote name='molan' post='1335554' date='Aug 10 2011, 07:41 PM']Interesting - thanks guys. I read a review somewhere that said they genuinely do seem to Stay In Tune once fitted & stretched in etc. I'll do some digging on the range options [/quote] They sound interesting, so would like to know more...but... this point about strings staying in tune..?? what is that all about.?? Is the suggestion that strings go slack on their own..?? hmmm. That would be duff strings IMV. I have had a few issues with strings lately and have posted as such, but never the string losing tune ..just like that..!! Quote
BigRedX Posted August 11, 2011 Posted August 11, 2011 [quote name='skelf' post='1336192' date='Aug 11 2011, 10:30 AM']I will have a word with them and see if the situation has changed which might allow me to sell to a wider audience. I have tried in the past to get the UK dealership for the bass strings but they need someone who can go round shops pushing the strings and also deal with the guitar strings as well.[/quote] Surely a limited UK presence for the bass strings selling by mail order to those in the know is better than no presence at all? Quote
skelf Posted August 11, 2011 Posted August 11, 2011 You would have thoughts so. I will call them later today and get back to you. Quote
MB1 Posted August 11, 2011 Posted August 11, 2011 [quote name='Ou7shined' post='1332875' date='Aug 8 2011, 10:18 PM']I've had some SH*T one's before but never tried SIT ones. Looks like they are US only though.[/quote] MB1. Made by Barbara Woodhouse? "SIT!"... "WALKIES!" Quote
skelf Posted August 11, 2011 Posted August 11, 2011 Could not speak to the guy I deal with today so I will try again tomorrow. Quote
skelf Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 (edited) Hi I can now supply SIT strings to anyone that is looking for them. The strings I use on my own basses are the Powerwound Nickel sets in 130/125 105 85 65 45 30. I also stock the ERB string sets from 165 to 007. If you are looking for something different let me know and I can get them including guitar sets. Alan Edited August 12, 2011 by skelf Quote
DanOwens Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 SIT Silencers are the best half-rounds I've ever tried. Can anyone procure these? Quote
skelf Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 I have just ordered a set to try myself. So if you want some let me know and I can add them to the order I have just plaecd. Quote
BottomEndian Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 [quote name='skelf' post='1337788' date='Aug 12 2011, 03:39 PM']I have just ordered a set to try myself. So if you want some let me know and I can add them to the order I have just plaecd.[/quote] Alan, I'll go for that if I may. Could you order me a 5-string Silencer set (45-120) for the Recurve, please? Quote
skelf Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 That is the set I ordered to try out so I will add another. Alan Quote
BottomEndian Posted August 12, 2011 Posted August 12, 2011 [quote name='skelf' post='1337803' date='Aug 12 2011, 03:51 PM']That is the set I ordered to try out so I will add another. Alan[/quote] Top gent, Alan. Thanks. Quote
skelf Posted August 13, 2011 Posted August 13, 2011 Ok I have some pricing now. 4 string set will be £17.50 5 string set will be £21.50 6 string set will be £23.50 As an introductory offer this will include UK P&P. Cheers Alan Quote
BottomEndian Posted August 13, 2011 Posted August 13, 2011 [quote name='skelf' post='1338505' date='Aug 13 2011, 10:21 AM']Ok I have some pricing now. 4 string set will be £17.50 5 string set will be £21.50 6 string set will be £23.50[/quote] Is it the same price regardless of "range" (round, flat, nickel, steel whatever)? Or is that just for the nickel rounds? Quote
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