What strings for an acoustic basS?

[tommorichards]

I recently bought an acoustic bass, and due to some string short cutting slip ups on my part, there are 3 different brands of strings on it now. Im thinking about buying a new set, but tone wise, im after mellowish, not too bright. Anyone got some hot tips?

[KiOgon]

GHS Black Nylons - beautiful on acoustics If you're interested in some 2nd hand, I think I've got a spare set in my box!

Cheerz, John

[ikay]

One to consider is Thomastik Acousticores (AB344). These have a nylon core with phosphor-bronze windings and sound like a classical (bass) guitar. Very expressive strings. And expensive for that matter but they are a bit special! Not everyone likes them - but I do

[tommorichards]

sure. Let me know if you find em

[Emanew]

Hi,
I used to be sceptical about flatwounds but one day i tried the Thomastick' strings (JF 364 super long scale 44-57-72-96) on my Takamine B10.
Expensive (around 50€) but i use them for 3 years and they still sound great (i wipe them after each gig).

I plan to have my old beloved Precision loaded with flatwounds....

I hope it will help you.

[jacko]

I have Labella deep talkin flats on my dragonfly and they sound superb.

[TheRev]

Another vote for the Thomastik acousticores. I've had a set on my Fender acoustic for 5+ years now and they still sound lovely.

[mojobass]

I use picato flats, cheapish and nice sounding too

[gsgbass]

D'Addario ETB92 Nylon Tapewound strings. Gauges, .50, .65, .85, .105.

[Leon Transaxle]

Fender tapewounds

[Davo-London]

I've used TI Acousticores and Flats on my Godin Fretless A4. Both sound great.

If you have a fretted acoustic I would defo try the Acousticores.

Davo