tommorichards Posted April 12, 2012 Share Posted April 12, 2012 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? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiOgon Posted April 12, 2012 Share Posted April 12, 2012 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikay Posted April 12, 2012 Share Posted April 12, 2012 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommorichards Posted April 12, 2012 Author Share Posted April 12, 2012 sure. Let me know if you find em Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emanew Posted April 12, 2012 Share Posted April 12, 2012 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacko Posted April 12, 2012 Share Posted April 12, 2012 I have Labella deep talkin flats on my dragonfly and they sound superb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRev Posted April 13, 2012 Share Posted April 13, 2012 Another vote for the Thomastik acousticores. I've had a set on my Fender acoustic for 5+ years now and they still sound lovely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mojobass Posted April 13, 2012 Share Posted April 13, 2012 I use picato flats, cheapish and nice sounding too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gsgbass Posted April 15, 2012 Share Posted April 15, 2012 D'Addario ETB92 Nylon Tapewound strings. Gauges, .50, .65, .85, .105. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leon Transaxle Posted April 21, 2012 Share Posted April 21, 2012 Fender tapewounds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davo-London Posted April 23, 2012 Share Posted April 23, 2012 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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